Supply Chain Data Scientist

About Us

We are a global leader in food & beverage ingredients. Pioneers at heart, we operate at the forefront of consumer trends to provide food & beverage manufacturers with products and ingredients that will delight their consumers. Making a positive impact on people and planet is all part of the delight. With a deep-rooted presence in the countries where our ingredients are grown, we are closer to farmers, enabling better quality, and more reliable, traceable and transparent supply. Supplying products and ingredients at scale is just the start. We add value through our unique, complementary portfolio of natural, delicious and nutritious products. With our fresh thinking, we help our customers unleash the sensory and functional attributes of cocoa, coffee, dairy, nuts and spices so they can create naturally good food & beverage products that meet consumer expectations. And whoever we’re with, whatever we’re doing, we always make it real.

Job Description

The data scientist is responsible to provide descriptive, diagnostic, predictive, and prescriptive analytics for ofi’s business operations including manufacturing, procurement, sales, consumer insights, sustainability, trading, supply chain, etc.

Key Responsibilities

1.    Work closely with business users in analysing large and/or complex data sets, identifying patterns, and developing algorithms to extract insights. 
2.    Designing and implementing machine learning models to solve complex business problems. This includes selecting appropriate algorithms, feature engineering, model training, and evaluation.
3.    Develop and apply optimization techniques such as linear programming, mixed-integer programming, and simulation-based optimization to improve decision-making in supply chain, manufacturing, and logistics.
4.    Create compelling visualizations that communicate the results of data analysis to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Use visualization tools such as Power BI or Tableau to create interactive dashboards and reports.
5.    Managing data science projects from conception to completion. This includes scoping projects, setting timelines, managing resources, and communicating project status to stakeholders.
6.    Maintaining and monitoring analytical models after production deployment.
7.    Thought leadership including staying up to date with the latest developments in data science. Continuous engagement with business users to update them on potential opportunities of data science initiatives for their business.

Experience Requirements

Minimum Qualifications and Skills
1.    MS/PhD in computer science, statistics, or operations research or related technical discipline (e.g. math).
2.    Minimum 5 to 8 years of work experience in a statistical and/or data science role, with deep knowledge of machine learning, statistics, and optimization.
3.    Preferred programming experience: Python & SQL with considerable experience with a wide range of tools including SparkML, H2O, FlinkML, TensorFlow, Pandas, R and Matlab.
4.    Proficient in working with large and complex data sets using modern data platforms such as Snowflake and distributed data processing tools like PySpark.
5.    Hands-on experience with simulation and optimization modeling using tools such as Gurobi.
6.    Data visualization experience in Power BI and/or Tableau.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills
1.    Excellent written and verbal communication skills along with strong desire to work in cross-functional teams.
2.    Strategic mindset and the ability to identify opportunities to use data to drive business growth. You should be able to think creatively and identify innovative solutions to complex problems.
3.    Ability to lead end-to-end data science projects and work with business leadership to quickly turn insights into actions.

ofi is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, nationality, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants are requested to complete all required steps in the application process including providing a resume/CV in order to be considered for open roles.