Data Scientist/ Data Analyst

PwC; Hyderabad, Gurugram District, Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 1,200,000 - 2,200,000; Full time

Job summary

PwC in India (Hyderabad) is seeking an experienced Analytics Consultant to apply advanced analytics, forecasting, and optimization techniques to client data and deliver actionable insights. You will design robust data solutions, build predictive models, and create visualizations to inform strategic decisions.

The role requires 4+ years in analytics, strong supply chain knowledge, English fluency, and hands-on experience with LP/MIP optimization and tools like Gurobi.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required.
• 4+ years of experience in analytics/consulting.
• Proficiency in English (spoken and written).
• Strong supply chain domain knowledge (inventory planning, demand forecasting, logistics).
• Hands-on experience with optimization methods (linear programming, MILP, scheduling) and familiarity with solvers like Gurobi.
• Proficiency in forecasting techniques (e.g., Holt-Winters, ARIMA, ARIMAX, SARIMA, SARIMAX, FBProphet, N-Beats) and ML techniques.

Responsibilities

• Leveraging analytics and statistics to extract insights from large datasets.
• Designing and developing data solutions to transform raw data into actionable insights.
• Exploratory and descriptive analysis to inform strategic decisions.
• Creating data visualizations to solve business problems.
• Applying ML and predictive modeling to enhance data-driven decisions.
• Collaborating with clients to understand data needs and deliver tailored solutions.
• Managing data pipelines and ensuring data quality throughout analysis.
• Applying data science workflows to streamline processes and improve efficiency.
• Integrating AI and deep learning techniques to drive innovation.
• Mentoring junior team members in data science methodologies.
• Interpreting data to provide insights and recommendations for business growth.

Skills

Forecasting techniques

Machine learning

Optimization methods

Supply chain knowledge

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Gurobi

Job description

• Leveraging advanced analytics and statistical techniques to extract insights from large datasets
• Designing and developing robust data solutions to transform raw data into actionable insights
• Conducting exploratory and descriptive analysis to inform strategic decision-making
• Creating data visualizations to solve complex business problems
• Utilizing machine learning algorithms and predictive modeling to enhance data-driven decision making
• Collaborating with clients to understand their data needs and deliver tailored solutions
• Managing data pipelines and confirming data quality throughout the analysis process
• Applying data science workflows to streamline processes and improve efficiency
• Integrating artificial intelligence and deep learning techniques to drive innovation
• Mentoring junior team members and guiding them in data science methodologies
• Interpreting data to provide insights and recommendations for business growth
• Upholding professional and technical standards in all client engagements

What You Must Have

• At least a Bachelor's degree
• At least 4 years of experience
• Oral and written proficiency in English required
• Strong supply chain domain knowledge (inventory planning, demand forecasting, logistics)
• Well versed and hands-on experience of working on optimization methods like linear programming, mixed integer programming, scheduling optimization. Having understanding of working on third party optimization solvers like Gurobi will be an added advantage
• Proficiency in forecasting techniques (e.g., HoltWinters, ARIMA, ARIMAX, SARIMA, SARIMAX, FBProphet, NBeats) and machine learning techniques (supervised and unsupervised)