Data Scientist

(Full-time, 32-38 hours per week)

This job is right on the edge of Data Science and Business, and with your work we enable the business stakeholders to act on data.

Your daily action

Your job is to transform data into value during actively participating in cross-functional project teams. Where you are the expert for all Data Science related topics. Next to that, you will work on topics initiated by our own team in order to explore or challenge the status quo! This will be important for Action, our team, but also yourself in order to keep growing.

Your work will consist out of:

• building simulation models to simulate processes in our Supply Chain. These simulations help to understand the implications of possible changes and could trigger redesigns of processes. Simulating different put-away strategies is a good example that also lead to an actual change in our warehouse processes;
• building optimization models, using heuristics based solutions, to define the most effective and efficient way of doing things. A model which defines the optimal pick routes in our warehouses, is a perfect example of this;
• working on machine learning models, to better prepare for what’s coming. These models can be used in operations to plan for example their workforces, but they can also be used by process managers to (re)design their processes;
• performing complex (statistical) analysis to track relationships, understand effects of changes and find areas for improvement. You could think of cases such as ‘how much does congestion in the warehouses impact the productivity and what can we do to prevent that?’;
• working closely with stakeholders to identify opportunities, define the business case, and scope out the requirements.

Meet your team

As Data Scientist you will be part of the Supply Chain Support & Processes department and report directly to the Manager Supply Chain Analytics. SC Analytics is responsible for Business Analytics within the expanding European supply chain network of Action. The scope is End-to-End, so it will start at our suppliers, includes our hub-, cross dock- and warehouse network, and ends with the delivery at the stores. Working in the Supply Chain of Action means working in a dynamic and highly motivated environment that is constantly looking for improvements. How can we optimize our supply chain network? What is the most efficient and effective way of executing processes?  Since there are more data- scientists and analysts working in the team you can team up with experience and knowledge to achieve the best results for Action and learn from each other.

This is you

You are passionate about elevating Data Science to a higher level. You have strong analytical skillset with the ability to transfer business requirements into mathematical models, to provide solutions that deliver true value. Therefore, you should also be able to understand the important drivers within the Supply Chain. You transform complex data into actionable insights and are proficient in presenting it. You are a pragmatic thinker who works effectively with others to achieve common targets. Finally, you have a good set of communication skills and are fluent in English.

Furthermore you have:

• master’s degree in a quantitative field such as Operations Research, Econometrics, Business Analytics, or equivalent;
• 5+ years’ work experience as a data scientist with preferable experience in Supply Chain;
• experience with simulation- and optimization models (e.g. discrete-event modeling, local search heuristics and integer linear programming);
• experience with machine learning models (e.g. clustering, time-series forecasting, classification and regression);
• experience in processing enormous datasets;
• experience with various programming languages like PySpark, Python, SQL. Experience in C++ is a plus;
• experience working with Azure (e.g. Databricks, Workflows, Container Registries and MLflow).

What we offer

• Annual bonus scheme based on personal and company targets.
• 24 paid holidays and the opportunity to buy up to 5 additional holidays;
• Commuting allowance;
• Company laptop and mobile phone;
• 15% staff discount on Action merchandise;
• Training opportunities through the Action Academy;
   

How we contribute to society

We believe in making a positive impact on society and the environment. Through our various initiatives, such as sponsoring over 2,500 children in SOS Children’s Villages and ensuring sustainable sourcing for our products, we are committed to doing business responsibly. Join us and be part of a company that is focused on sustainability and social impact.

Interested?

We’re proud to be an inclusive employer and warmly invite everyone who recognizes themselves in this vacancy to apply. So take action and apply now! 

What happens next: 

You’ll hear from us within 14 days 

First interview with the hiring manager and a team member 

Online assessment to get to know you better 

Second interview with your recruiter, among others 

Welcome to Action! 

Your recruiter is your main point of contact throughout the process and happy to answer any questions. 

Integrity is important to us. That’s why pre-employment screening is part of this vacancy. Ask your recruiter for details.