Sr Data Scientist - Business and Data Innovation

We are looking for someone with strong analytical skills, effective communication, ability to think creatively, innovate and with proven experience in CPG (or related industry) to join our team in Barcelona, Spain or Milano, Italy.

Position Snapshot

• Type of Contract: Full time.  
• Function and Stream: IT – Data, Analytics and Integration (ADI) Commercial Analytics & Marketing Science (CAMS).
• Type of work: Hybrid.
• Work Language: Fluent Business English. 
• Grade: 

The role:
This role involves leveraging cutting-edge analytics and data science methodologies to develop and enhance Nestlé’s CAMS solutions portfolio. You’ll take a strategic role in the innovation road map and work closely with marketing and sales in multi-functional teams to bring data insights and enable the business growth strategy. 

What you’ll do:
As a Senior Data Scientist – Business and Data Innovation you will:

• Leverage cutting-edge analytics and data science methodologies to develop and enhance Nestlé’s CAMS solutions portfolio.  
• Collaborate directly with sales and marketing teams to translate business needs into the right analytics and modelling methodologies with Data Science experts, ensuring that analytical solutions align with desired business goals and constraints.  
• Manage an innovation roadmap in collaboration with Cross-functional stakeholders, Data science team and the Head of Commercial Analytics & Marketing Science.   
• Bring specific CPG industry perspective to ensure credible methodologies are delivered to sales and marketing functions and communicate analytical results in simple, digestible terms, providing actionable insights that drive business growth.

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 salary and a comprehensive social benefits package. We have one of the best 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.

Join our global team of IT professionals at Nestlé, driving daily innovation and leveraging cutting-edge technologies to address digital opportunities. Grow professionally in a dynamic and impactful environment, collaborating with business partners worldwide to deliver integrated technology solutions!

What will make you a great fit?

• Advanced degree in Statistics, Econometrics or a related field. 
• Proven experience in multiple similar roles, within a commercial and marketing data science team in a CPG or neighborhood industry.  
• Strong expertise in statistical, predictive modeling and data analysis.
• Experience with data visualization tools and techniques. 
• Excellent business acumen and problem-solving skills. Ability to think creatively and strong cross-functional communication skills in English.   

  
Bonus Points If You:

• Have experience with machine learning and/or Gen AI.  

Not a 100% match? No worries! Nestlé supports your personal growth with customized development solutions.

What you can expect in your application journey:  
Hit apply and enter our job portal → Submit your application with your CV → We contact relevant applicants → Interviews → Feedback →   We make an offer → Location dependent checks and pre-onboarding → First working day

About Nestlé:
We are Nestlé, the largest food and beverage company with brands including KitKat, Nescafé, Maggi, Purina, among many others. We are approximately 275,000 employees strong, motivated by the purpose of enhancing the quality of life and contributing to a healthier future. Our values are rooted in respect: respect for ourselves, respect for others, respect for diversity and respect for our future. With more than CHF 94.4 billion sales in 2022, we have an expansive presence, with 344 factories in 77 countries. 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.