Senior Data Scientist (EE)

Overview

This is a great opportunity to join the Data & Analytics COE team of one of SA's leading companies . As a Senior Data Scientist, you will be responsible for developing retail Analytical Data Assets (ADA’s) and accompanying strategies for key ‘Use Cases’ through data analysis and predictive modelling techniques. You will play a crucial role in discovering trends, opportunities, and threats through simulation and optimization.

Responsibilities

• Evolve the Retail ADA strategy development, implementation, analysis, and tracking

• Provide forecasting and regular ADA MI

• Lead Analytical Projects

• Contribute to quality and governance standards

• Provide effective stakeholder and resource management

Qualifications

• University degree in Business, Mathematics, Statistics, Operational Research, Economics, Engineering, or equivalent industry training and experience

• Proven strategy development and implementation experience using ADA analytics

• Experience in SAS Advanced programming (or equivalent) for statistical analysis and manipulation of very large data sets

• At least 3-5 years analytical experience on a consumer portfolio dataset (retail, banking, telecoms etc.). Retail experience advantageous

Day-to-day

• Develop and drive project plans for major ADA development

• Forecast key ADA metrics as per operating plans

• Oversee and ensure that ADA analytics are performed to the required standards

• Align ADA implementations to the Business Unit resourcing requirements

If you are a highly skilled and experienced Data Scientist with a passion for driving business results through data-driven strategies, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.