Manager - Data Science

Majid Al Futtaim; New Delhi; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail firm in New Delhi seeks a Manager - Data Science to enhance its analytics capabilities. The role demands collaboration with product developers and analysts to deliver advanced analytics solutions, utilizing tools like Python and visualization techniques. Candidates should have over 7 years of experience, preferably in the retail sector, with strong programming skills and the ability to manage cross-functional teams. This full-time position will impact the organization's advanced analytics transformation.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in a senior Data Scientist role with proven value and track record.
• 2+ years in Retail/FMCG is preferred.
• AI/GenAI experience is an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Support developing product vision and roadmap for analytics.
• Enhance Advanced Analytics value proposition.
• Collaborate with product developers, data engineers, and analysts.

Skills

Visualization tools (PowerBI, Qlik, BO)

Python

SQL

PySpark

Data visualization (Power BI, matplotlib)

Machine learning model deployment

NLP

Recommendation systems

Optimization techniques

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in IT or Computer Engineering

Master’s Degree in a similar field

Tools

Azure

Job description

Role Purpose

The Manager - Data Science is responsible for supporting on developing and delivering the product vision and roadmap in close collaboration with our product developers, data engineers and data analysts who are spearheading the Advanced Analytics transformation across Majid Al Futtaim Retail.

Majid Al Futtaim Retail is continuing to develop and build its analytics talent to support its advanced analytics agenda. The various analytics use cases launched by the Retail Analytics Unit on a start-up mode will establish the unit’s foundation to develop a powerful product portfolio following it’s sustainable growth. As such, team members are given the latitude to shape the trajectory of the unit and bring their ideas and visions into fruition.

He/she will be at the forefront of enhancing the Advanced Analytics value proposition, in line with the long-term digital and non-digital objectives of Majid Al Futtaim.

Minimum Qualifications / Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in an IT-related field or Computer Engineering from a premier institute
• Master’s Degree in a similar field is preferred

Minimum and Preferred Experience

• 7+ years in a senior Data Scientist role in an international environment; building advanced analytics models/solutions/products with the ability to demonstrate value and track record
• 2+ years in the Retail/FMCG business is preferred
• Preferred Experience with delivering Retail commercial solutions:
  • Pricing and Promotions optimization/Forecasting, Category/Range optimization
  • Performance KPIs and Metrics in Retail analytical solutions
• AI/GenAI experience is an added advantage over and above the minimum requirements

Skills

• Experience in several visualization tools such as PowerBI, Qlik, BO etc.
• Proficiency in various programming languages is a must, such as Python/SQL/PySpark
• Strong knowledge of algorithm/modeling techniques is a must, such as Logistic Regression, Linear Regression, Clustering, Decision Trees, Random Forest, SVM, KNN etc.
• Good experience in deploying machine learning models on cloud services (Azure etc.)
• Experience in time series forecasting, boosting algorithms, optimization techniques, NLP, recommendation systems, ElasticNet
• Experience in data visualization software and packages (Power BI, matplotlib, d3, highcharts)
• Collaborative, pragmatic and proactive problem solver
• Proven ability to deliver initiatives from conception through to completion, sound understanding of the analytics ecosystem and value chain from both a business and a technical standpoint
• Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams
• Strong business communication and presentation skills with proven experience managing executive-level communications
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize workload
• Strong English language skills (Speaking, Reading and Writing) with exceptional business writing, Arabic is a plus
• Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function / Industries

Retail and Internet Marketplace Platforms