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Source Solutions are proud to be working with a successful and continually growing global manufacturer within the electronics space, who operate cutting edge technology within a continuous improvement culture, in identifying an experienced Data Scientist, to play a key role in the company's push further towards data-driven decisions.
The Data Scientist is a key position whose immediate work will have a significant impact on stock and forecasting decisions that will lead to streamlining of production and provide real business and operational value, working on a continual improvement basis.
Further on from this, there are many other areas of the business where data is waiting to be explored and utilised in order to gain further benefits and so this position will grow and develop, with the Data Scientist playing a key role identifying potential projects.
As Data Scientist, you will be instrumental in the company embracing data-driven decision making and will lead the design, build and refinement of forecasting models, including time series and machine learning, implementing “what-if” scenarios for capacity planning and demand variability.
Core areas of responsibility;

  • Forecasting model development
  • Data management
  • Model selection and validation
  • Model deployment and maintenance
    Data Scientist Candidate Requirements:
  • Post study experience as Data Scientist or similar
  • Proficiency in data analysis and machine learning.
  • Some form of experience in demand/forecast modelling
  • Strong experience with AWS or Azure
  • Familiarity with scenario-based modelling
    On offer in return is an exciting role that will develop and make a real impact, with a forward-thinking company on the cutting edge, who constantly strive toward improvement and excellence in an environment that promotes development of staff.
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