MandM Direct Limited in Hereford, United Kingdom, is seeking a Data Science Manager to lead a dual discipline team across data science and analytics. The role combines strategic vision with hands on delivery of predictive models and reporting solutions, in a hybrid pattern (3 days onsite). You will mentor senior data professionals, shape roadmaps, oversee resources and collaborate with senior leadership to translate complex analytics into actionable business strategies.
Jul 20, 2026
Full time
MandM Direct Limited in Hereford, United Kingdom, is seeking a Data Science Manager to lead a dual discipline team across data science and analytics. The role combines strategic vision with hands on delivery of predictive models and reporting solutions, in a hybrid pattern (3 days onsite). You will mentor senior data professionals, shape roadmaps, oversee resources and collaborate with senior leadership to translate complex analytics into actionable business strategies.
Data Science Manager - Hereford, United Kingdom Type: Permanent Working Pattern: Hybrid (3 days a week onsite) MandM is evolving its data strategy, combining predictive modelling with advanced business intelligence across finance and data. This role will serve as a bridge between strategic vision and technical execution, managing a dual discipline team of senior data professionals to deliver high impact predictive models and reporting solutions. Role Scope Define, build and own a combined data science and analytics roadmap aligned with company objectives. Oversee workload and resource allocation across data science and analytics streams, reporting on team velocity. Continuously evaluate new technologies, analytics techniques and industry trends to keep capabilities cutting edge. Mentor and provide strategic guidance to the Senior Data Scientist and Senior Data Analyst. Participate directly in modeling, pipeline development and building advanced reporting frameworks. Champion and manage the team's core toolset, utilising platforms such as Dataiku to streamline model development. Establish and enforce best practices for data workflows, version control, MLOps, data quality and security. Ensure compliance with data protection policies when handling personally identifiable data. Act as the primary bridge between the data team and senior leadership, translating technical concepts into actionable strategies. Collaborate with cross functional partners and represent the department with credibility. Qualifications Proven strategic leadership experience guiding multi disciplinary technical workstreams. Strong background in both data science and advanced analytics with successful deployments of predictive models. Programming skills in Python or R, advanced SQL, and experience with large scale data queries. Hands on experience with end to end data science platforms such as Dataiku. Outstanding communication skills, capable of translating complex model outputs to senior executives. Excellent organisational, problem solving and project management skills focused on resource allocation and continuous improvement. Benefits Competitive salary. Paid volunteering days. Opportunities for career growth. Staff discounts. Company pension plan. Generous holiday allowance - five weeks, with option to purchase an extra week. Birthday leave. Free parking. Health and well being programme.
Jul 19, 2026
Full time
Data Science Manager - Hereford, United Kingdom Type: Permanent Working Pattern: Hybrid (3 days a week onsite) MandM is evolving its data strategy, combining predictive modelling with advanced business intelligence across finance and data. This role will serve as a bridge between strategic vision and technical execution, managing a dual discipline team of senior data professionals to deliver high impact predictive models and reporting solutions. Role Scope Define, build and own a combined data science and analytics roadmap aligned with company objectives. Oversee workload and resource allocation across data science and analytics streams, reporting on team velocity. Continuously evaluate new technologies, analytics techniques and industry trends to keep capabilities cutting edge. Mentor and provide strategic guidance to the Senior Data Scientist and Senior Data Analyst. Participate directly in modeling, pipeline development and building advanced reporting frameworks. Champion and manage the team's core toolset, utilising platforms such as Dataiku to streamline model development. Establish and enforce best practices for data workflows, version control, MLOps, data quality and security. Ensure compliance with data protection policies when handling personally identifiable data. Act as the primary bridge between the data team and senior leadership, translating technical concepts into actionable strategies. Collaborate with cross functional partners and represent the department with credibility. Qualifications Proven strategic leadership experience guiding multi disciplinary technical workstreams. Strong background in both data science and advanced analytics with successful deployments of predictive models. Programming skills in Python or R, advanced SQL, and experience with large scale data queries. Hands on experience with end to end data science platforms such as Dataiku. Outstanding communication skills, capable of translating complex model outputs to senior executives. Excellent organisational, problem solving and project management skills focused on resource allocation and continuous improvement. Benefits Competitive salary. Paid volunteering days. Opportunities for career growth. Staff discounts. Company pension plan. Generous holiday allowance - five weeks, with option to purchase an extra week. Birthday leave. Free parking. Health and well being programme.
