Manager - Advanced Analytics, Machine Learning & GenAI

As an experienced Advanced Analytics Manager at our dynamic team, your role will focus on leveraging advanced analytics techniques to drive data-driven decision-making within the retail/CPG domain. You will possess a strong quantitative background, a passion for transforming complex data into actionable insights, and extensive experience in leading mid-to-large sized teams. Additionally, you will have the ability to create, assess, and implement RFPs, POCs, approaches, and frameworks. **Key Responsibilities:** - Develop, implement, and maintain advanced analytical models using machine learning algorithms and GenAI applications. - Utilize various advanced analytics techniques to uncover trends, patterns, and insights from large and complex datasets. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify business needs and deliver data-driven solutions. - Create visually compelling dashboards and reports to present findings to stakeholders. - Continuously evaluate and improve existing analytics methodologies and models to enhance accuracy and performance. - Stay abreast of industry trends and advancements in analytics and machine learning to drive innovation within the team. - Mentor junior team members and contribute to knowledge sharing within the organization. **Basic Qualifications:** - Bachelors or Masters degree in Data Science, Business Analytics, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field. - 8+ years of experience in advanced analytics, data science, machine learning, Generative AI or a related field. - Strong experience with quantitative modeling, predictive analytics, text analytics, and forecasting methodologies. - Proficiency in SQL (or Google BigQuery), Python, visualization tools like Tableau/PowerBI. - Familiarity with the Retail/CPG/Tech industry and experience with product, transaction, and customer-level data. - Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to convey complex concepts to non-technical stakeholders. - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with an inquisitive mindset. **Desired Skills:** - Proficient in Descriptive Analytics, Predictive Analytics, Prescriptive Analytics, and Text Analytics techniques. - Extensive knowledge of machine learning techniques, including Supervised Learning, Unsupervised Learning, and Reinforcement Learning. - Experience with Generative AI and large language models (LLMs) for text generation, summarization, and conversational agents. - Proficiency in data visualization tools such as Tableau or Power BI. - Strong skills in data management, structuring, and harmonization to support analytical needs. Location: DGS India - Bengaluru - Manyata N1 Block Brand: Merkle Time Type: Full time Contract Type: Permanent As an experienced Advanced Analytics Manager at our dynamic team, your role will focus on leveraging advanced analytics techniques to drive data-driven decision-making within the retail/CPG domain. You will possess a strong quantitative background, a passion for transforming complex data into actionable insights, and extensive experience in leading mid-to-large sized teams. Additionally, you will have the ability to create, assess, and implement RFPs, POCs, approaches, and frameworks. **Key Responsibilities:** - Develop, implement, and maintain advanced analytical models using machine learning algorithms and GenAI applications. - Utilize various advanced analytics techniques to uncover trends, patterns, and insights from large and complex datasets. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify business needs and deliver data-driven solutions. - Create visually compelling dashboards and reports to present findings to stakeholders. - Continuously evaluate and improve existing analytics methodologies and models to enhance accuracy and performance. - Stay abreast of industry trends and advancements in analytics and machine learning to drive innovation within the team. - Mentor junior team members and contribute to knowledge sharing within the organization. **Basic Qualifications:** - Bachelors or Masters degree in Data Science, Business Analytics, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field. - 8+ years of experience in advanced analytics, data science, machine learning, Generative AI or a related field. - Strong experience with quantitative modeling, predictive analytics, text analytics, and forecasting methodologies. - Proficiency in SQL (or Google BigQuery), Python, visualization tools like Tableau/PowerBI. - Familiarity with the Retail/CPG/Tech industry and experience with product, transaction, and customer-level data. - Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to convey complex concepts to non-technical stakeholders. - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with an inquisitive mindset. **Desired Skills:** - Proficient in Descriptive Analytics, Predictive Analytics, Prescriptive Analytics, and Text Analytics techniques. - Extensive knowledge of machine l