Remote Data Scientist - Consumer Insights

Placements24; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical insurance

Remote work stipend

Learning opportunities

Flexible hours

Cutting-edge tools

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a remote Data Scientist specializing in Consumer Insights. You will analyze consumer behavior across FMCG brands, build predictive models, and create dashboards to inform marketing and product decisions.

You will work autonomously from home, translating complex data into clear business narratives and driving data-driven initiatives across our client portfolio. Strong communication and remote collaboration skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Data Science or related field.
• 5+ years in data science with consumer insights.
• Strong Python or R with relevant libraries.
• SQL proficiency for data extraction.
• Experience with ML and data visualization.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement statistical models for consumer insights.
• Develop dashboards to visualize trends for stakeholders.
• Collaborate with marketing, product, and sales teams.
• Translate data into actionable business recommendations.
• Stay updated on DS and AI advances.

Skills

Data science

Python

R

SQL

Machine learning

Data visualization

Big data

Communication

Education

Master's or PhD in a quantitative field

FMCG experience preferred

Tools

Pandas

NumPy

Scikit-learn

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Spark

Hadoop

Job description

About the Role

Join our client, a major force in the FMCG industry, as a Remote Data Scientist specializing in Consumer Insights. This fully remote position offers an exceptional opportunity to leverage advanced analytical techniques to unlock deep understanding of consumer behavior and market trends. You will be working from the comfort of your own home, contributing to strategic decision-making across a range of our client's popular brands. Your work will directly influence product development, marketing strategies, and overall business growth. This role requires a proactive, self-motivated individual who thrives in a remote-first environment and excels at communicating complex findings to diverse audiences. We are looking for someone who can transform raw data into compelling narratives that drive actionable insights and competitive advantage for our client's extensive product portfolio. This is an exciting chance to shape consumer experiences from a distance and contribute to impactful, data-driven initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement sophisticated statistical models and machine learning algorithms to analyze large datasets related to consumer behavior, purchasing patterns, and market dynamics.
• Extract, clean, and transform data from various sources, ensuring data integrity and accuracy for analysis.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and reports to visualize key consumer insights and trends for stakeholders across different departments.
• Collaborate closely with marketing, product development, and sales teams to define analytical requirements and deliver actionable recommendations.
• Identify opportunities for data-driven product innovation and optimization based on consumer insights.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in data science, machine learning, and AI, and apply them to enhance our client's analytical capabilities.
• Communicate complex analytical findings clearly and concisely through presentations and written reports, tailored to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Contribute to the development of data governance policies and best practices within the organization.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field.
• Proven experience (5+ years) as a Data Scientist, preferably within the FMCG sector.
• Strong proficiency in programming languages such as Python or R, and experience with relevant libraries (e.g., Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch).
• Expertise in SQL for data extraction and manipulation.
• Solid understanding of statistical modeling, machine learning algorithms, and data visualization techniques.
• Experience with big data technologies (e.g., Spark, Hadoop) is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a fully remote team.
• Demonstrated ability to translate complex data into understandable business insights.
• Self-starter with a strong sense of ownership and ability to manage multiple priorities in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous remote work stipend for home office setup and expenses.
• Opportunities for continuous learning through online courses and industry conferences.
• Flexible working hours to accommodate different time zones and personal schedules.
• Access to cutting-edge technology and analytical tools.
• A supportive and collaborative remote work culture.
• Contribution to impactful projects that shape consumer experiences globally.