Data Scientist

InterQuest Group (UK) Limited; Greater Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail client in Manchester is seeking a highly skilled Senior Data Scientist to join their analytics team. You will lead initiatives to optimize customer engagement and inventory management by developing machine learning models and conducting deep analyses. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in data science, a proficient understanding of Python and SQL, and excellent communication skills. Flexible hybrid working options are offered along with a competitive salary and performance bonuses.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Employee discounts

Training budget

10% pension contribution

Qualifications

• Proven experience (5+ years) in a data science role in retail/e-commerce.
• Strong proficiency in Python, SQL, and data visualization tools.
• Expertise in machine learning and predictive analytics.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deploy machine learning models for customer engagement.
• Conduct deep analyses on sales trends and customer behavior.
• Translate complex data findings into actionable insights.

Skills

Machine Learning

Python

SQL

Data Visualization

Statistical Modeling

Predictive Analytics

Excellent Communication

Education

Master’s or PhD in Data Science, Statistics, or Computer Science

Tools

AWS

GCP

Azure

Power BI

Tableau

dbt

Airflow

MLflow

Job description

Senior Data Scientist

Manchester, UK

Industry: Retail

About the Role:

Our UK leading retail client are seeking a highly skilled Senior Data Scientist to join their dynamic analytics team in Manchester. In this role, you will lead strategic data initiatives aimed at optimising customer engagement, pricing, and inventory management across our retail operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and deploy machine learning models to support business objectives (e.g., customer segmentation, demand forecasting, price optimisation).
• Conduct deep-dive analyses on customer behaviour, sales trends, and supply chain data.
• Translate complex data findings into clear, actionable insights for stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including marketing, merchandising, and supply chain.
• Mentor and support junior data scientists and analysts.
• Promote best practices in data science, model validation, and experimentation (e.g., A/B testing).

Key Requirements:

• Proven experience (5+ years) in a data science role, preferably in the retail or e-commerce sector.
• Strong proficiency in Python or R, SQL, and data visualisation tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, GCP, or Azure.
• Expertise in machine learning, statistical modeling, and predictive analytics.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Desirable:

• Experience working with large-scale retail datasets (e.g., POS, CRM, supply chain).
• Familiarity with tools like dbt, Airflow, or MLflow.
• Master’s or PhD in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or related field.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and performance bonuses
• Flexible working options, including hybrid remote work (2 days in office)
• Employee discounts and wellness programs
• Training budget and career development support
• 10% pension contribution

*Visa sponsorship is not available*

InterQuest Group is acting as an employment agency for this vacancy. InterQuest Group is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, religion/belief, race, marriage, civil partnership, pregnancy, maternity, sex or sexual orientation. Please make us aware if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.