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Job Description

Blue Yonder Title:


• Data Science Consultant

Other Comparable titles:


• Data Scientist, Data Science Engineer

Overview & Scope:


• Leading AI-driven Global Supply Chain Solutions Software Product Company and one of Glassdoor’s
“Best Places to Work”
• We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Data Science Consultant to join our Supply Chain
Management team. The ideal candidate will leverage data-driven insights to optimize supply chain
processes, improve decision-making, and drive business results. You will work closely with cross-
functional teams, utilizing advanced data analytics, machine learning, and optimization techniques to
enhance supply chain efficiency, forecast demand, and solve complex operational challenges.

What you’ll do:


• Data Analysis & Modeling: Analyze large, complex data sets related to demand forecasting, supply
planning to uncover actionable insights.
• Machine Learning: Apply statistical and machine learning techniques to forecast demand which would
include
• Data ingestion, data visualization and insights, verifying the integrity of data used for analysis
• Feature engineering, configuring forecasting models
• Fine tune forecasting model
• Present results in a clear manner
• Supply Chain Optimization: Implement optimization algorithms to improve supply chain efficiency, reduce
costs, and enhance service levels.
• Consulting & Advisory: Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) for supply chain analytics, advising
stakeholders on best practices, tools, and strategies for effective supply chain management.
• Process Improvement: Identify inefficiencies within the supply chain and recommend data-driven
strategies for continuous improvement.

What we are looking for:


• Educational Background: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Industrial
Engineering, Operations Research, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Experience: 5-12 years of experience in data science or Supply Chain Operations Analytics, or worked on
forecasting projects leveraging statistical/ML models; experience with data visualization tools
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in data science tools and programming languages such as Python, R, SQL, and
experience with supply chain management platforms/processes. Good, applied statistics skills, such as
distributions, statistical testing, regression, etc
• Machine Learning: Hands-on experience with machine learning techniques/algorithms (e.g., regression,
classification, clustering) and optimization models.
• Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with supply chain processes such as demand forecasting, inventory
management, procurement, logistics, and distribution.
• Analytical Thinking: Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze complex data sets and
translate insights into actionable recommendations.
• Personal competencies
o Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a consulting environment.
o Attention to detail, with the ability to manage large data sets and complex analysis.
o Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to present findings clearly to
non-technical stakeholders.

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