GenAI Jr Data Scientist Entry

We are looking for a Junior GenAI Data Scientist for our GenAI team to be part of our IT Analytics, Data and Integration stream.

Position Snapshot

• Location: Esplugues de Llobregat.
• Type of Contract: Permanent. 
• Stream: Analytics, Data and Integration.  
• Type of work: Hybrid.
• Work Language: Fluent Business English.

The role
We are a team of Analytical professionals from many countries and diverse backgrounds, each with unique missions and challenges in the biggest health, nutrition and wellness company of the world. We innovate every day through forward-looking projects to create opportunities for Nestlé’s digital challenges with our consumers, customers and at the workplace. We collaborate with our business partners around the world to deliver standardized, integrated technology products and services to create tangible business value.
In order to complete our Analytics Service Line department, we are currently looking for a 
Data Science Expert.

Position Summary:
As a Junior Generative AI Data Scientist, you will not only address complex business challenges but also enhance Generative AI capabilities across various Nestle Business Entities. You will work in collaboration with diverse business users across the enterprise to facilitate the creation and development of business cases, leveraging generative AI to uncover new insights. Your specialized knowledge in generative AI and machine learning will position you as a key advisor to stakeholders, users, and super-users alike.

Travel activity is low, depending on the project assigned, averaging at below 10%.

What you’ll do 

• Partner with Market functions, Globally and Regionally Managed Businesses, and Above Market entities to build and deliver a portfolio of advanced analytics initiatives 
• Work closely with Market and Centre Functions, Globally and Regionally Managed Businesses, and Above Market entities to identify and answer business problems/questions using appropriate modeling techniques on available data
• Evangelize and provide advisory services around data science capabilities and knowledge within Nestle. Monitor data science trends, identify implications, and proactively build Nestlé capabilities.
• Collaborate with other Business Analytics teams and networks to utilize new sources of data, for the purpose of developing insights and applicability across markets
• Provide enablement services around predictive, diagnostic, and optimization analytics.
• Work with large, complex data sets
• Solve difficult, non-routine analysis problems, applying advanced analytical methods as needed
• Be the reference for the other Data Scientists on the team and help them on a day a day basis
• Conduct end-to-end analyses -- work that includes data gathering from various data storage platforms, requirements specification, data processing tasks, various analysis techniques, ongoing business deliverables, and internal customer presentations.

We offer you
We offer more than just a job. We put people first and inspire you to become the best version of yourself.

• Great benefits including competitive salary and a comprehensive social benefits package. We have one of the most competitive pension plans on the market, as well as flexible remuneration with tax advantages: health insurance, restaurant card, mobility plan, etc.
• Personal and professional growth through ongoing training and constant career opportunities reflecting our conviction that people are our most important asset.
• Hybrid working environment with flexible working scheme. Our state-of-the-art campus is dog friendly and equipped with a medical center, canteen and areas to co-create network and chill!
• Recreation activities such as yoga, Zumba, etc. and a wide range of volunteering activities.

Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher (Engineering/ Computer Science.
• Mathematics/Statistics/ social sciences).
• +2 years of experience in Analytics embedded in Business organizations.
• Proven experience of excellent hands-on experience developing advanced Generative AI models to solve business problems.
• You have experience working with LLMs, such as OpenAI’s models (GPT3 and GPT4), Mistral, Llama or Gemini and frameworks such as LangChain or Semantik Kernel. 
• At least 2 years of experience working in a coding language such as R, SQL, Python or similar language. 
• Ability in Univariate/Multivariate Statistics, Bayesian Statistics, or Simulation Modeling, with a focus on generative AI technique.
• Ability on data visualization techniques and experience with software.
• You have strategic thinking and business acumen.
• You are eager to learn new things and are open to the ever changing needs of the new digital world whatever that may mean over the years to come.
• Demonstrates personal commitment to change through actions and words.
• You communicate effectively with all levels of business and technical professionals in English.

Bonus Points If You:

• Masters (in disciplines like Data Science, Business Administrations, and Economics/ social sciences).
• PhD would be good to have.
• You have experience in stakeholder management as well as in conflict resolution in a cross-functional environment.
• You manage stakeholders and are able to get the job done. 
• You are capable to organize several projects at the same time.
• You can manage the relation between the client and the vendors.
• Having past consultancy (either internal or external) experience, with proven track record in customer-facing role.
• Experience having worked in a global environment and with virtual team.

About the IT Hub 
At Nestlé IT, we are a diverse, global team of IT professionals in the biggest health, nutrition and wellness company of the world. We strive to create an environment where people are valued for who they are. We innovate every day through future ready technologies to create opportunities for Nestlé to delight consumers, customers and employees alike.  We collaborate with partners around the world to deliver tangible value at global scale. We continuously work to develop our people to be future ready.

About Nestlé 
We are Nestlé, the largest food and beverage company in the world, with a presence in more than 185 countries. With net sales of CHF 94.4 billion in 2022, the company has over 291,000 employees and 418 factories in 85 countries. Our values are based on respect: respect for ourselves, respect for others, respect for diversity, and respect for our future. Nestlé is dedicated to offering high-quality food and beverage products and services that contribute to the nutrition, health, and well-being of people, pets, and the planet. Additionally, it is committed to being a leading company in sustainability and achieving net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Want to learn more? Visit us at: www.nestle.com

We encourage the diversity of applicants across gender, age, ethnicity, nationality, sexual orientation, social background, religion or belief and disability.
Step outside your comfort zone; share your ideas, way of thinking and working to make a difference to the world, every single day. You own a piece of the action – make it count. 

Join Nestlé’s IT Hub #beaforceforgood

How we will proceed:

You send us your CV → We contact relevant applicants → Interviews → Feedback →   Job Offer communication to the Finalist → First working day