Data Scientist

MarkJames Search; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consumer business is seeking a Data Scientist to develop pricing systems and algorithms, create market analyses, and drive pricing decisions. This full-time, permanent position requires strong experience in statistical modeling and proficiency in SQL and Python. Collaboration with stakeholders across various functions is crucial, as well as a results-oriented mindset. The role offers a hybrid work arrangement, with office attendance in Luton 2-3 days per week and a competitive remuneration package.

Benefits

Excellent remuneration and benefits package

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience with applied statistical modeling.
• Willingness to work in Python and SQL.
• Experience in pricing and revenue management forecasting.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop methodology for algorithmic pricing actions.
• Conduct revenue management research.
• Forecasting and demand modeling.

Skills

Statistical modeling

Data analysis

SQL

Python

C

Collaboration

Continuous improvement

Tools

R

SAS

SPSS

JMP

Minitab

Job description

Job description

Our client, a global consumer business, are currently hiring for a Data Scientist to create market analysis and forecasts to drive pricing decisions. The primary responsibility is to develop, test and operate pricing systems and algorithms using SQL, Python, data analysis and statistics.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop methodology, algorithmic pricing actions and tests
• Revenue management research
• Analyse and present results to subject matter experts
• Forecasting and demand modelling
• Liaising with stakeholders in Commercial, IT and Operations to explore ideas and develop solutions.
• Maintaining codebase and documentation

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years' experience with applied statistical modelling with R, Python, Julia, SAS, Stata, SPSS, JMP, Minitab or other software
• Willingness to work in Python and SQL
• Experience in C is an advantage
• Experience in pricing / revenue management forecasting and inventory management.
• Results-oriented. Collaborative.
• Continuous improvement and continuous learning
• Comfortable in a fast-paced and challenging environment.
• High tolerance for ambiguity and change

This is a full time, permanent position working on a hybrid basis, with the requirement to be in the office in Luton, Beds 2-3 days per week.

Our client offers excellent remuneration and benefits package.