About the roleAre you ready to turn data into impact at a global leader in chocolate and cocoa? Barry Callebaut’s Business Optimization Programs team is on the hunt for a sharp, innovative Data Scientist to help shape the future of cocoa – one algorithm at a time. In this role, you’ll be at the heart of some of our most exciting strategic initiatives, collaborating across departments to unlock value and drive smart decision-making. Work at the forefront of our digital transformation, using your expertise in Python, advanced statistical modeling, and AI/ML to deliver high impact projects from conception to execution. If you thrive on data, love working across diverse teams, and want to make a measurable difference in a company that’s as passionate about innovation as it is about cocoa and chocolate – we’d love to hear from you.Key responsibilitiesWork together with Global Cocoa teams to understand complex business challenges and translate them into data science use cases and solutionsIdentify and drive new ideas and innovative data solutions with significant business impact, converting ideas into concrete designs and projectsAnalyze and structure large, and complex data sets using statistical, ML/AI and other modern data science techniques and frameworks, to identify trends and provide insightsDesign, build, test and deploy data models and other data products using appropriate tools and techniquesCollaborate with cross-functional business and digital teams to successfully deploy data model solutions across Global Cocoa divisionThoughtfully communicate complex data insights to non-technical stakeholders in a clear and concise mannerAbout youPhd or Post Doctorate’s degree in Computer Science or related STEM field8+ years of experience in model optimization, data science or related field using programming languages such as PythonWorking experience in modeling optimization tools using SCIP and/or Gurobi, as well as experience with SQL, relational databases, and data frame librariesWorking experience with Microsoft Azure AI and Dev OpsWorking experience with AI coding assistants e.g. cursor, replit, gpt code agent etc.Fluent knowledge of English (other languages spoken in the Barry Callebaut world, are a plus)Proficient in PythonKnowledge of advanced statistical modeling techniques (time series methods)Knowledge of advanced AI/ML techniques for forecasting, optimization and predictionKnowledge of Microsoft FabricKnowledge of Azure DevOps, or similar tools highly desirableAnalytical problem solvingBasic project management knowledge (a plus)Understanding of cocoa industry (a plus)Strong interpersonal skills and enjoy working in cross-functional teamsAbility to engage both with technical and non-technical teams and managementHigh level of credibilityAdaptability and willingness to come forward with new ideas on how to improve ways of workingPositive, proactive, and hands-on working styleExperience working in cross-functional teams with business and technical stakeholdersAbility to communicate technical concepts in a clear and engaging way (written and oral)Structured & solution oriented
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