Job Description

The Senior Data Scientist is a pivotal role within the Data Science section of the GSMG Data & Analytics team, tasked with developing advanced data analysis systems, applications, and models for predictive and prescriptive analytics as well as Generative AI. This role requires a synergistic blend of technical prowess and strategic communication, as well as the ability to guide junior team members and lead projects independently.

If you are a highly motivated data scientist with a passion for procurement optimization, we invite you to apply for this challenging and rewarding position. Join our team and help revolutionize our procurement function with data-driven insights and strategies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver statistical and mathematical models through effective technical leadership.

• Develop sophisticated software assets that provide advanced analytical functionality both independently and as part of a team.

• Leverage domain expertise, statistical methods, and algorithms to analyse and interpret data sets, organising information to unearth actionable insights and solve complex problems.

• Collect, cleanse, transform, and integrate data from various sources, including databases and data that exceeds memory limits.

• Develop and code software programs, algorithms, and automated processes to maintain data integrity

• Understand business challenges, limitations, constraints, and goals to align data science capabilities with business needs.

• Ensure that advanced analytics are seamlessly integrated into decision-making processes and business tasks.

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders to identify project opportunities and define project scope.

• Promote a collaborative, high-performing data-driven culture across the company.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Computer Science, or a related field.

• 3+ years of relevant experience in data science, experience with Procurement or Supply Chain business is a plus.
   

Skills:

• Advanced knowledge of one or more programming languages used in data science like R or Python.

• Experience with machine learning and statistical modelling techniques and their applications for solving business problems.

• Experience with building web applications and interactive reports using frameworks like Shiny (R/Python), Dash, Streamlit, Quarto, Rmarkdown

• Experience with developing Generative AI applications using LangChain or a custom codebase is a significant plus.

• Strong working knowledge of SQL

• Demonstrated ability to solve analytical problems with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent communication and presentation skills for effectively conveying technical information to non-technical audiences.

• Proficiency with data visualization tools and techniques.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data quality and accuracy.

• Familiarity with version control, agile methodologies, and project management principles.

• Fluent English is required.

What we offer: 

• Exciting work in a great team, global projects, international environment 

• Opportunity to learn and grow professionally within the company globally 

• Hybrid working model, flexible role pattern (e.g., even 80% full-time is possible in justified cases) 

• Pension and health insurance contributions 

• Internal reward system plus referral program

• 5 weeks annual leave, 5 sick days, 15 days of certified sick leave paid above statutory requirements annually, 40 paid hours annually for volunteering activities, 12 weeks of parental contribution 

• Cafeteria for tax free benefits according to your choice (meal vouchers, Lítačka, sport, culture, health, travel, etc.), Multisport Card 

• Vodafone, Raiffeisen Bank, Foodora, and Mall.cz discount programs 

• Up-to-date laptop and iPhone 

• Parking in the garage, showers, refreshments, massage chairs, library, music corner 

• Competitive salary, incentive pay, and many more 

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