Manager, Data Science and Analytics

Headquartered in Montreal and Berlin, Vention helps manufacturers automate their operations in record time with the only hardware and software AI-powered platform built for the factory floor. Our technology powers over 25,000 machines across 4,000 factories across 5 continents and we have the privilege to work with a significant proportion of Fortune 500 manufacturers, from space rockets, to electrical cars, to robotics.

At Vention, you'll work alongside driven and talented people who care deeply about their craft and the impact they create. We're a team of high achievers who grow through meaningful work, solving complex challenges, learning fast, and seeing the results of our efforts every day.

We move quickly and aim high, but we do it together with care, collaboration, and respect. Our culture celebrates diverse perspectives and supports your growth through intentional development, strong leadership, and opportunities to make a real difference.

As a Manager of Data Science and Analytics at Vention…

As the Manager of Data Science and Analytics, you will lead and build a small but growing team responsible for transforming Vention's rich data into insights that directly impact strategic decisions across the company. You'll get your hands dirty applying data science techniques to solve high-impact problems in operations, growth, product, and customer experience - all while helping establish the data vision and infrastructure that scales with our business.

This is a unique opportunity for a strong leader and active contributor who thrives in a high-autonomy, high-impact role and is excited about growing the data function from the ground up. Today, you'll manage one data analyst and work hands-on with engineering and business teams. Tomorrow, you'll be scoping and leading an expanded team to meet the growing needs of the business.

This role is mission-critical to how we scale and compete. With access to a gold mine of high-value data, you'll be instrumental in shaping strategy across the company. If you're passionate about using data to solve real-world problems at the intersection of AI and advanced manufacturing, this is your opportunity.

What You'll Do:

Leadership and Stakeholder Collaboration

• Manage, mentor, and grow a high-performing data team, while contributing directly to analytics and data science initiatives. Promote best practices in data management and modeling.
• Partner with business leaders to understand critical data needs, define priorities, and ensure alignment between analytics initiatives and strategic goals.
• Own the analytics roadmap and sprint planning processes. Balance quick wins with long-term capability building in line with evolving business needs.

Analytics & Insight Generation

• Drive complex data modelling and advanced analytics initiatives (including statistical modelling, forecasting, and clustering) to identify trends, optimize performance and drive growth.
• Lead the development of data visualization strategies, dashboards, and KPIs that deliver actionable insights and drive strategic business decisions. 
• Translate complex analytics into actionable recommendations for executive leadership and key stakeholders.

Data Infrastructure & Governance

• Own the development, reliability, and scalability of the company's data infrastructure, including the data warehouse, ETL/ELT pipelines, and source system integrations.
• Ensure data accuracy and consistency while adhering to compliance and governance standards.
• Maintain documentation for data architecture, processes, and analytics methodologies.

What You Bring to the Table

We're looking for skills, intellect, and experiences that will help you succeed in this role but we also know that various profiles (not only the one described below) could be successful. If you're excited about what you read and think you'd be a great fit, we encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every single qualification.

You'll bring:

• 5–7 years of hands-on experience in data science or analytics, with proven leadership and project-management capabilities.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, Business Analytics, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field.
• Strong technical proficiency in Python, SQL, and BI tools (e.g., Power BI, Looker).
• Experience with data warehousing, ETL processes, and modeling techniques (e.g., Snowflake, Airbyte, AWS).
• Deep understanding of statistical methods and machine learning (e.g., regression, clustering, decision trees, neural networks).
• Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills, with the ability to translate complex insights into business impact.
• Bilingual (English/French) is a strong asset.
• A curiosity to learn, a collaborative mindset, and a drive to contribute to something meaningful

What We Offer

• Career pathing: Real opportunities to grow through personalized development plans, bi-annual employee reviews, and mentorship program 
• Professional development: Continuous training in performance management, inclusive leadership, leadership operating model, team building, and giving/receiving feedback
• Gender diversity & inclusion: Pay equity reviews, inclusive policies, and a Women's Employee Resource Group offering networking, mentorship, and quarterly learning sessions.
• Hybrid work: Enjoy flexibility with our hybrid model, allowing you to work from home on select days.
• Community engagement: Two paid volunteering days per year to give back to causes you care about.
• Central location: Regular team gatherings and a collaborative office space in the heart of Montreal, surrounded by cafés and restaurants.
• Team events: All year round employee events including annual kick-off, employee summit, quarterly happy hours, and department events.
• Comprehensive benefits: A complete group benefits plan for you and your family that start day one.

What to Expect in Your Interview

• Initial Call
• Meet the Team
• Case or take-home interview
• Decision & Offer
  
   

We're committed to making every step of the process inclusive and accessible. If you require accommodations at any stage, please let us know, we'll ensure you have what you need to succeed.

Professional Growth & Development

Vention believes strongly in promotion from within. For this reason, we structured a comprehensive professional development program that elevate high-performing individuals who deeply understand the inner workings of Vention. This program encompasses:

• In-house coaching program with former industry executives working with small cohort of emerging leaders
• Quarterly management training on topics ranging from "Giving & Receiving Feedback, to Building high-performing teams, to "Developing your own Leadership model"
• Quarterly World-Class Speaker Series featuring industry leaders sharing their perspective and lessons learned as they build their function and business
• Dedicated professional development channels sponsored by the Executive team to foster continuous professional learning
• Book allocation program to further your knowledge in your domain of expertise or any business leadership topics

Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging at Vention

When you join Vention, you join a team of professionals with diverse experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives. Together, we're building a workplace where everyone belongs, feels valued, and can achieve extraordinary results.

We celebrate differences in ideas, in experiences, and in people. Our initiatives in gender equity, career growth, and leadership development are designed to create real opportunities for everyone to thrive.

Vention's culture

Vention is an uplifting environment for high achievers. Thinking that Vention's culture would keep you energized? See our full culture guide here.