Decision Science Specialist

Company Description

Be part of the journey!

Our mission is to be the favorite airline of our customers and our team.

Open-mindedness, care for others, intelligence at work, and above all, a good dose of fun allow us to accomplish great things every day. Our commitment has earned us the title of world's best leisure airline on multiple occasions, and this is just the beginning.

Want to join us?

You will have the chance to enjoy exclusive travel privileges to explore the world and create unforgettable memories. You will also have the opportunity to work in modern and inspiring work environments.

Job Description

In collaboration with the Senior Director, Revenue and Inventory System Management, the Decision Science Specialist contributes to the evolution, validation, and optimization of analytical models, artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI/ML) solutions, as well as revenue management systems. The person transforms data into concrete business recommendations to improve commercial performance and support strategic decision-making.

What you will accomplish

• Contribute to the evolution, maintenance, and optimization of revenue management systems, the PROS platform, and AI/ML solutions.
• Validate, test, and evaluate statistical models, optimization algorithms, and analytical solutions to ensure their performance, accuracy, and business value.
• Design and maintain performance indicators (KPIs), methodologies, and measurement frameworks to assess the quality of models and solutions.
• Perform statistical, quantitative, and exploratory analyses to identify factors influencing performance and recommend required adjustments.
• Design, automate, and monitor validation, surveillance, and diagnostic processes for analytical models.
• Develop dashboards, visualizations, and decision-support tools to effectively communicate results to stakeholders.
• Ensure the quality, consistency, and integrity of data used in analytical models and solutions.
• Collaborate closely with revenue management, data science, development, technology teams, and business partners with a continuous improvement mindset.

Qualifications

What you bring

• Master's degree in operations research, statistics, data science, applied mathematics, computer science, or a related discipline.
• 4 to 8 years of experience in advanced analytics, data science, optimization, artificial intelligence, machine learning, or decision support.
• Solid knowledge in applied statistics, predictive modeling, machine learning, and optimization.
• Excellent proficiency in SQL and Python; knowledge of R, Spark, or similar technologies is an asset.
• Demonstrated experience in developing, validating, and improving analytical models, AI/ML solutions, and dashboards.
• Excellent analytical skills, complex problem-solving abilities, communication skills, and the ability to explain complex concepts to various audiences.
• Knowledge of RMS systems, the PROS platform, and revenue management concepts is an asset.
• Excellent mastery of MS Office tools (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams) and demonstrated ease with collaborative digital tools and AI (e.g., Copilot). Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new technologies.
• Oral and written proficiency in French and English. *Good proficiency in French is required for positions in Quebec. The incumbent will need to communicate frequently in English, orally and in writing, with colleagues, clients, or other stakeholders, both in Quebec and internationally.

Additional Information

Artificial intelligence tools are used for candidate analysis, whether to sort or pre-select profiles based on criteria related to job requirements. All applications are then reviewed by our recruitment team to ensure a fair and inclusive process.

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Employment Equity

Transat is committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful environment where equity takes precedence. We strive to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers as well as the communities we travel to. We therefore encourage women, visible minorities, ethnic minorities, Indigenous peoples, and persons with disabilities to apply. Transat will accommodate persons with disabilities throughout the selection and hiring process. If you need accommodation measures, please contact us so that we can work together to properly meet your needs.