[Skip to main content](#main-content) [ OpenNash ](https://opennash.com/) / [Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [ 01 Search jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/search/)[ 02 Companies](https://jobs.opennash.com/explore/)[ 03 Hiring report](https://jobs.opennash.com/reports/hiring/)[ 04 AI assistants](https://jobs.opennash.com/connect/)[ 05 How it works](https://jobs.opennash.com/methodology/) Nestlé · St Louis, MO # Expert Commercial Data Scientist St. Louis, MO, US $133,000 to $188,000 per year Data & Analytics Listed on Nestlé’s official careers site. Listed as of November 5, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Nestlé’s careers site →](https://jobdetails.nestle.com/job/St_-Louis-Expert-Commercial-Data-Scientist-MO-63102/1451922033/) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Nestlé](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/nestle/) / Expert Commercial Data Scientist ## Job description Driven by integrity and united by the people-and-pet bond, we find strong purpose in the work we do and an even greater joy in those we get to work alongside. Together, we harness the expertise of our long-standing tradition of excellence to embrace possibility and continuously push to do what's never been done before in pet care. Discover your purpose and fuel your passions when you bring your love of pets to a team that prides itself on the power of togetherness—We are Proudly Connected. Purely Driven. ### Position Summary Digital Transformation is at the center of all that we do. With data-driven innovators passionate about making a difference in the lives of pets, we create cutting-edge digital business models that solve complex problems. You’ll be at the forefront of digital advancements as they happen in real time, as well as ensure we remain a leader and innovator in the pet care category. Have a hand in making a lasting impact within our long-standing history. As an Expert Commercial Data Scientist at Nestlé Purina, you'll support enterprise-wide AI and machine learning use case creation, deployment, and operationalization across critical business initiatives that drive significant value and transformative outcomes. This role sits at the intersection of technical depth and commercial impact, helping build the connected digital space that powers how we reach consumers across channels. You'll bring a consumer lens to your work, partnering with commercial and marketing teams to solve challenges across retail and direct consumer engagement, and translating emerging AI technologies into measurable business results. - Act as a trusted data science and AI advisor to brand, marketing, sales, and category leaders, helping them reimagine ways of working, identify high-value opportunities, frame ambiguous business problems, and translate strategic priorities into scalable AI and advanced analytics solutions - Lead the design, development, validation, deployment, and adoption of advanced statistical, predictive, optimization, machine learning, and Generative AI solutions for complex consumer-facing and go-to-market business problems - Design and operationalize GenAI solutions, including RAG pipelines, AI agents, copilots, and multimodal AI applications, where appropriate to power marketing and commercial workflow processes - Guide model deployment strategies including AIOps/MLOps, monitoring, model governance, and lifecycle management - Develop reusable frameworks, accelerators, and best practices that improve the scalability and maintainability of AI solutions - Mentor junior data scientists and provide thought leadership on emerging technologies such as agentic AI, knowledge graphs, and autonomous decision-making systems ### Requirements - Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Marketing Analytics, Applied Statistics, Economics, Computer Science, or a related field - 3+ years of experience advising senior business stakeholders, shaping ambiguous strategic problems, influencing decisions, and translating complex AI and analytical concepts into business outcomes - 7+ years of professional experience, including - 5+ years applying data science, advanced analytics, or machine learning to business problems focused on marketing, consumer, commercial, e-commerce, sales, or related customer-facing business problems Other - Master's or PhD in Data Science, Applied Statistics, Marketing Analytics, Economics, Computer Science, or a related field (or an MBA) is preferred Experience operationalizing AI solutions through AIOps/MLOps frameworks, model governance, and enterprise AI lifecycle management Don’t meet all the qualifications listed under “other”? These are preferred, but not required. When you apply for a role with Nestlé Purina, we ensure that individual confidentiality is held to the highest regard. We are intentional about creating an inclusive workplace for everyone. We consider our associates our most valuable assets. Please apply for full consideration. ### Salary $133,000 to $188,000 per year Bonus Eligibility: Yes The pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills and abilities as well as geographic location. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at top of range. Nestlé offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position. Learn more at [https://www.nestlejobs.com/nestle-in-the-us-benefits](https://www.nestlejobs.com/nestle-in-the-us-benefits) It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace. To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you’ll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home. The Nestlé Companies are equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at accommodations@nestle.com or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467. This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship. Review our applicant privacy notice before applying at [https://www.nestlejobs.com/privacy](https://www.nestlejobs.com/privacy). ### Job Requisition 425167 Driven by integrity and united by the people-and-pet bond, we find strong purpose in the work we do and an even greater joy in those we get to work alongside. Purely Driven. ### Requirements - 7+ years of professional experience, including These are preferred, but not required. Please apply for full consideration. ### Job Requisition 425167 ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Not stated - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 29, 2026 - Last checked: Nov 5, 2026 - Listed for: 7 days - Location: St. Louis, MO, US - Pay: $133,000 to $188,000 per year[Apply on Nestlé’s careers site →](https://jobdetails.nestle.com/job/St_-Louis-Expert-Commercial-Data-Scientist-MO-63102/1451922033/) ## Hiring at Nestlé - Open jobs: 2,907 - New in the last 7 days: After two weekly collections - Tracked since: Jul 16, 2026 [All Nestlé jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/nestle/) · [Weekly hiring report](/reports/hiring/) ## More jobs at Nestlé ### [Expert Data Scientist (Commercial)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/nestle/jobs/509d092293a917ab03bf/) St. Louis, MO, US ### [Lead Data Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/nestle/jobs/d7a459bfa8f58dbe2461/) St. Louis, MO, US ### [Expert Project Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/nestle/jobs/7bbc19b5ab40e62e9376/) St. Louis, MO, US ### [IT Finance Controller](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/nestle/jobs/a3a4b9fc348139fc33ea/) St. Louis, MO, US ### [Ingredient Specialist](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/nestle/jobs/096342838432e766076e/) St. Louis, MO, US ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Senior Data Delivery Expert (Global Commercial Business Technology Solutions)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/abbvie/jobs/74f3fb386e71367b266a/) AbbVie · Mettawa, IL ### [ISSE (Expert)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/bae-systems/jobs/b8d90d6c38628adea833/) BAE Systems · Herndon, Virginia, United States ### [Business Analyst - Expert](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/bae-systems/jobs/6aa1c6aa453e331cddfd/) BAE Systems · Sterling, Virginia, United States ### [Presentation Expert](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/target/jobs/327ed00c24e2acd86451/) Target · Chubbuck, ID ### [ERP Implementation Expert](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/lockheed-martin/jobs/217a9fb0e0f8c8a0d04a/) Lockheed Martin · Fort Worth, TX, Virtual Three [Jobs in St Louis, MO](/locations/us/mo/st-louis/)[Jobs in Missouri](/locations/us-mo/)[Data & Analytics jobs](/functions/data-analytics/) OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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