Role overview
- Lead improvement of forecasting algorithms and predictive models
- Apply machine learning and AI techniques to demand planning use cases
- Review model performance and identify improvement opportunities
- Ensure robustness and scalability of forecasting solutions
- Directly manage 4 in‑house Data Analysts
- Provide technical guidance, coaching, and development support
- Set clear priorities and ways of working for the analytics team
- Act as a technical and professional role model
- Work closely with external O9 Data Science consultants on backend changes
- Support implementation and adoption of O9 as the demand planning system
- Translate analytical insights into actionable recommendations for planning teams
- Partner with demand planning stakeholders across all business units
- 5+ years of experience as a Data Scientist
- Strong Python skills
- Proven experience leading Data Scientists or Data Analysts
- Solid background in predictive modeling and forecasting
- Experience with machine learning and statistical models
- Ability to mentor and develop analytics talent
- SQL knowledge for data extraction and manipulation (nice to have)
- Experience in supply chain analytics or time‑series forecasting (preferred)
Benefits
This is a unique role with a genuine opportunity to make an impact. You’ll get to work in a diverse environment with a team of professionals who are passionate about the work they do and know how to have some fun along the way.
Coty’s global omni‑working policy provides the option to work up to 50% of your month remotely. We believe that a more flexible philosophy of remote working will give everyone the freedom to choose what works for their individual circumstances and empower them to always perform at their best.
About the company
Our people make us who we are. They are the brightest minds bringing the boldest ideas to life every day. If you’re the kind of person who refuses to settle, wants to think bigger, learn faster and go further than you ever thought possible – we’d love to hear from you.
Coty is deeply committed to Changing the Conversation around Diversity, Equity & Inclusion to create a more open, inclusive, and diverse workplace where all employees can be their authentic self.