Lead Data Scientist – Global Reporting & Analysis
Join Huntsman Corporation as a Lead Data Scientist focused on Global Reporting & Analysis. The role involves collaborating with business teams to apply prescriptive and predictive models, oversee advanced analytics development, mentor team members, and drive AI strategy.
Responsibilities
- Lead Data Science in FP&A : Oversee strategy reviews, adopt best practices, and identify gaps in current ML processes.
- Advanced Modeling : Design, develop, and deploy predictive models and AI solutions to address business needs.
- Team Leadership : Lead multiple Data Scientists and mentor team members on best practices.
- AI Strategy : Drive strategy for AI applications and advanced analytics solutions.
- Performance Evaluation : Evaluate and optimise data‑driven products.
- Project Management : Drive cross‑functional projects from ideation to implementation.
- Collaboration : Work with engineers and other data scientists to integrate models into production systems.
- Solution Design : Design and deploy data‑driven solutions to improve business outcomes.
- Continuous Learning : Stay current with data science advancements and apply them to enhance capabilities.
- Service Coordination : Coordinate with service providers and external resources for ML / AI solutions.
- Community Leadership : Lead involvement in the Data Science Community of Practice.
- Alignment : Ensure data projects align with organisational objectives.
- Data Collection : Collect, cleanse, and ensure quality and integrity of complex data sources for analytical modelling.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a data science related field.Master’s or Ph.D. in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or related field preferred.7–10 years of experience in data science.Experience developing machine learning models into full production.Strong expertise in ETL processes, data integration, and transformation.Proficiency in Python, R, SQL, SPSS, IBM CPLEX.Experience with cloud platforms and big data technologies such as Databricks, Azure, Spark, SAP (R4) or SAP (4HANA), IBM Planning Analytics.Strong experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).Experience working with business teams and within general business processes.Experience in Manufacturing Industry.Understanding of common business financial terms and metrics.Experience with agile methodologies and project management tools.Familiarity with data governance and compliance standards.Excellent problem‑solving skills and ability to work with complex datasets.Strong communication skills, including presenting findings to non‑technical stakeholders, facilitating discussions, delivering training, and managing time effectively.High initiative and creativity, able to work independently and think strategically and technically.Leadership and mentoring experience, with a demonstrated ability to guide and develop junior team members.Detail‑oriented with commitment to delivering high‑quality solutions.Strong understanding of data science concepts.Benefits & Extras
Huntsman offers unsurpassed opportunities to build a successful future in a global specialty chemical company. You will work in a diverse environment with career fields across manufacturing, R&D, technical services, sales, marketing, and customer service.
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Location : Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (candidate will be based in Kuala Lumpur).
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