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Advanced Data Science Consultant - (Optimization / Supply Chain and Manufacturing) DATA SCIENCE CONSULTANT (OPTIMIZATION / SC&M) Data Science Consultants design, develop and execute high-impact analytics solutions for large, complex, structured, and unstructured data sets (including big data) to help clients make better fact-based decisions. What You'll Do: Execute and lead application of numerical optimization techniques on large, unstructured data sets to solve problems in the area of Supply Chain and Manufacturing. Collaborate with engineering teams to deploy optimization based solutions on datasets of large dimensionality to create practical solutions that achieve desired results in a computationally efficient and statistically effective manner; Play a key role in development of data science capabilities for solving problems in the pharmaceutical manufacturing, supply chain and operations management space and offerings that create scale and advance our analytic capabilities Lead conversations with clients and other ZS stakeholders to effectively integrate and communicate analysis findings; Evaluate emerging datasets and technologies and help define our analytic platform; Own development of select assets/accelerators that create scale; Contribute to thought leadership through research and publications; Guide and manage project teams of Associates/Associate Consultants. What You'll Bring: MS/PhD degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Operations Research, or related fields, with a focus on Optimization, plus 2-4 years of relevant post-PhD work experience in implementing solutions in Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Operations Management areas 6 - 9 years of relevant experience Strong theoretical and applied understanding of linear programming, convex optimization, nonlinear programming, and other optimization topics Experience with commercial solvers such as CPLEX, Gurobi, etc. preferred Experience with other data science concepts and algorithms (e.g. supervised / unsupervised learning, reinforcement learning, simulation modeling, recommender systems, etc.); Relevant programming background (e.g. Python/ R); Understanding of relevant tools/platforms (e.g. ML / data engineering tools and platforms); Team management and skill development experience; Relevant domain knowledge preferred; (healthcare & life sciences / transportation/ hi-tech / insurance / retail); Agile project planning and project management experience preferred; Excellent oral and written communication skills; Strong attention to detail, with a research-focused mindset; Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills; High motivation, good work ethic and maturity. Perks & Benefits: ZS offers a comprehensive total rewards package including health and well-being, financial planning, annual leave, personal growth and professional development. Our robust skills development programs, multiple career progression options and internal mobility paths and collaborative culture empowers you to thrive as an individual and global team member. We are committed to giving our employees a flexible and connected way of working. A flexible and connected ZS allows us to combine work from home and on-site presence at clients/ZS offices for the majority of our week. The magic of ZS culture and innovation thrives in both planned and spontaneous face-to-face connections. Travel: Travel is a requirement at ZS for client facing ZSers; business needs of your project and client are the priority. While some projects may be local, all client-facing ZSers should be prepared to travel as needed. Travel provides opportunities to strengthen client relationships, gain diverse experiences, and enhance professional growth by working in different environments and cultures.
