Data Science Consultant - Supply Chain Analytics - Consulting

You will be joining a leading AI-driven Global Supply Chain Solutions Software Product Company, recognized as one of Glassdoor's Best Places to Work. As a Data Science Consultant in our Supply Chain Management team, your primary responsibility will be to utilize data-driven insights for optimizing supply chain processes, enhancing decision-making, and achieving business results. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you will employ advanced data analytics, machine learning, and optimization techniques to improve supply chain efficiency, forecast demand, and address complex operational challenges. Your key responsibilities will include: - Conducting Data Analysis & Modeling: Analyze large, complex datasets related to demand forecasting and supply planning to extract actionable insights. - Implementing Machine Learning Techniques: Apply statistical and machine learning methods to forecast demand, involving data ingestion, visualization, feature engineering, model configuration, fine-tuning, and clear presentation of results. - Utilizing Supply Chain Optimization Algorithms: Deploy optimization algorithms to enhance supply chain efficiency, reduce costs, and improve service levels. - Providing Consulting & Advisory Support: Serve as a subject matter expert in supply chain analytics, offering guidance on best practices and strategies for effective supply chain management. - Driving Process Improvement: Identify inefficiencies within the supply chain and propose data-driven strategies for continuous enhancement. We are looking for candidates with the following qualifications: - Educational Background: Bachelors or Masters 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, with a focus on forecasting projects utilizing statistical/ML models and data visualization tools. - Technical Skills: Proficiency in data science tools and programming languages such as Python, R, SQL, along with experience in supply chain management platforms/processes. Strong applied statistics skills are required. - Machine Learning Expertise: Hands-on experience with machine learning techniques/algorithms (e.g., regression, classification, clustering) and optimization models. - Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with supply chain processes like demand forecasting, inventory management, procurement, logistics, and distribution. - Analytical Thinking: Strong problem-solving abilities to analyze complex data sets and translate insights into actionable recommendations. - Personal Competencies: Ability to work independently or as part of a team in a consulting environment, attention to detail in managing large data sets, and effective communication skills for presenting findings to non-technical stakeholders. If you resonate with our core values and are passionate about fostering diversity, inclusion, value, and equity, we invite you to be a part of our team at Blue Yonder. Explore our Diversity Report and join us in celebrating the differences that make us stronger together.,