We are looking for a Data Scientist with hands-on experience in building models, solving problems and storytelling that inspire action specialized in Commercial & Marketing Analytics to be part of our Global IT Analytics, Data and Integration team in Athens, Greece. 

Be a Force for Good!
At Nestlé we touch millions of people’s lives every single day through the work we do and the products we create. This way we are helping to shape a happier, healthier future for individuals and families, for communities and for the planet. Join a dynamic global team of people that want to be a part of something that changes the world in a positive way. A human-centric place to work with amazing opportunities, across 186 countries, to grow, push the boundaries and deliver work with real impact. We recruit people who respect our values, we provide equal opportunities for all, and we protect everyone's privacy. We do not tolerate any form of harassment or discrimination. Our aim is to create workplaces where everyone feels included and able to bring their whole selves to work. This commitment starts at recruitment and continues to the end of the working relationship.

Position snapshot

Type of Contract: Full time 
Function and Stream: IT – Data, Analytics and Integration (ADI)
Type of work: Hybrid
Work Language: Fluent Business English

Position summary

As a Data Scientist, you will be responsible for using advanced analytics to provide robust measurements of marketing and trade investment across different business areas, product categories, and varied geographies. You will work closely with global stakeholders in different zones to provide guidance on how to best optimize and allocate marketing and trade investments to support the delivery of our commercial strategy.

A day in the life...

As part of this role, you will:

• share your experience and knowledge and build Nestlé's internal modelling capability in terms of price strategies and media investments.
• partner with marketing and commercial stakeholders to build and deliver a portfolio of advanced analytics initiatives.
• work cross-functionally to identify and answer business problems/and questions using appropriate modeling techniques, utilizing sophisticated statistical analysis to uncover intricate data relationships. (predictive modeling) on available historical data.
• evangelize and provide advisory services around data science capabilities and knowledge within Nestlé and work with large, complex data sets and solve non-standard problems. 

What makes you successful

• Proven experience of handling large FMCG datasets and reporting automation and ability to demonstrate an excellent understanding of marketing mix modelling (price, promotion and media analytics).
• BSc or MSc level degree (or equivalent) in Math, Statistics, Operations Research, Econometrics, or Data Science.
• Advanced MS Excel, SQL, R, Python (or similar) experience.
• Experience with hierarchical, Bayesian, dynamic linear and state space models.
• Ability to network and influence at senior levels both internally and externally and to interpret data and explain business performance in an easy-to-understand way that tells a story to key stakeholders. 
• Proven experience of working in a matrix environment, achieving results through effective influencing and collaboration. 

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

Why you should apply

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 offer Pension, Health Care & Life Insurance programs, increased Parental leaves for both caregivers, Flexible Work Plans, Baby Support plan, Pet Support plan and many others.
• 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. 

 
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 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 

We encourage the diversity of applicants across gender, age, ethnicity, nationality, sexual orientation, social background, religion or belief and disability.

A.I.
We are currently implementing a new exciting AI tool that is helping us and you schedule interviews in a more flexible way. Therefore, we kindly ask you to keep an eye on your email (and potentially spam/ junk email inbox), as you can expect an invitation with interview timeslots to choose from. We would also encourage you to say `yes´ to receive WhatsApp notifications, as you will also receive the interview invitation here and you will be able to book your interview directly from WhatsApp. As this is new, we welcome any feedback you might have on our new interview scheduling tool. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Victoria Karkouli, at  +30 21 0688 4347