Manager - Data Science Product

The Manager - Data Science Product at Majid Al Futtaim Retail in India plays a crucial role in developing and delivering the product vision and roadmap in collaboration with product developers, data engineers, and data analysts. This position involves spearheading the Advanced Analytics transformation within the organization. The Manager will contribute to building analytics talent to support the advanced analytics agenda and shape the trajectory of the Retail Analytics Unit. By leveraging quantitative analysis, data mining, and data manipulation, the Manager will design and implement data models, develop advanced statistical models, and enhance algorithms to address Retail Analytics problems. Responsibilities also include leading the solution development process, running experiments to assess model results, and developing impact measurement frameworks. The Manager will ideate and develop proof of concepts for new analytics initiatives, aiming to optimize user experience and business operations. Additionally, the role involves coordinating with various stakeholders, liaising with the product team, and ensuring regular information exchange on project progress. Building relationships and maintaining partnerships with key personnel are essential to achieve organizational goals. Furthermore, the Manager will be responsible for preparing business presentations and reports related to Retail Analytics, performing regular audits of processes and databases, and contributing to the development and implementation of relevant policies and procedures. The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor's Degree in an IT-related field or Computer Engineering, with a preference for a Master's Degree. A minimum of 5-8 years of experience in a senior Data Scientist role in an international environment, along with expertise in Retail/FMCG business, is required. Proficiency in programming languages like Python/SQL/PySpark, knowledge of algorithm/modeling techniques, and experience in deploying machine learning models on cloud services are essential skills for this role. The Manager - Data Science Product at Majid Al Futtaim Retail must have experience in visualization tools such as PowerBI, Qlik, and BO, as well as familiarity with various programming languages and modeling techniques. The candidate should also possess experience in deploying machine learning models on cloud services, time series forecasting, boosting algorithms, optimization techniques, NLP, recommendation systems, and data visualization software. Advanced experience in Azure, Spark, and git, along with a basic understanding of web application frameworks, is beneficial. Strong problem-solving skills, a collaborative mindset, and proactive attitude are essential attributes for this role.,