Data Scientist
Senior Data Scientist
Manchester, UK
Industry: Retail
About the Role:
Our UK leading retail client are seeking a highly skilled Senior Data Scientist to join their dynamic analytics team in Manchester. In this role, you will lead strategic data initiatives aimed at optimising customer engagement, pricing, and inventory management across our retail operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and deploy machine learning models to support business objectives (eg, customer segmentation, demand forecasting, price optimisation).
- Conduct deep-dive analyses on customer behaviour, sales trends, and supply chain data.
- Translate complex data findings into clear, actionable insights for stakeholders.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including marketing, merchandising, and supply chain.
- Mentor and support junior data scientists and analysts.
- Promote best practices in data science, model validation, and experimentation (eg, A/B testing).
Key Requirements:
- Proven experience (5+ years) in a data science role, preferably in the retail or E-commerce sector.
- Strong proficiency in Python or R, SQL, and data visualisation tools (eg, Power BI, Tableau).
- Hands-on experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, GCP, or Azure.
- Expertise in machine learning, statistical modelling, and predictive analytics.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Desirable:
- Experience working with large-scale retail datasets (eg, POS, CRM, supply chain).
- Familiarity with tools like dbt, Airflow, or MLflow.
- Master's or PhD in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or related field.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and performance bonuses
- Flexible working options, including hybrid remote work (2 days in office)
- Employee discounts and wellness programs
- Training budget and career development support
- 10% pension contribution
*Visa sponsorship is not available*
InterQuest Group is acting as an employment agency for this vacancy. InterQuest Group is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, religion/belief, race, marriage, civil partnership, pregnancy, maternity, sex or sexual orientation. Please make us aware if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.
Reference: 2941188629
Data Scientist
Posted on May 1, 2025 by ECOM Recruitment
Senior Data Scientist
Manchester, UK
Industry: Retail
About the Role:
Our UK leading retail client are seeking a highly skilled Senior Data Scientist to join their dynamic analytics team in Manchester. In this role, you will lead strategic data initiatives aimed at optimising customer engagement, pricing, and inventory management across our retail operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and deploy machine learning models to support business objectives (eg, customer segmentation, demand forecasting, price optimisation).
- Conduct deep-dive analyses on customer behaviour, sales trends, and supply chain data.
- Translate complex data findings into clear, actionable insights for stakeholders.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including marketing, merchandising, and supply chain.
- Mentor and support junior data scientists and analysts.
- Promote best practices in data science, model validation, and experimentation (eg, A/B testing).
Key Requirements:
- Proven experience (5+ years) in a data science role, preferably in the retail or E-commerce sector.
- Strong proficiency in Python or R, SQL, and data visualisation tools (eg, Power BI, Tableau).
- Hands-on experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, GCP, or Azure.
- Expertise in machine learning, statistical modelling, and predictive analytics.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Desirable:
- Experience working with large-scale retail datasets (eg, POS, CRM, supply chain).
- Familiarity with tools like dbt, Airflow, or MLflow.
- Master's or PhD in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or related field.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and performance bonuses
- Flexible working options, including hybrid remote work (2 days in office)
- Employee discounts and wellness programs
- Training budget and career development support
- 10% pension contribution
*Visa sponsorship is not available*
InterQuest Group is acting as an employment agency for this vacancy. InterQuest Group is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, religion/belief, race, marriage, civil partnership, pregnancy, maternity, sex or sexual orientation. Please make us aware if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.
Reference: 2941188629
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