Manager - Analytics & Data Science

**Job Description:** **Role requirement :** * The role requires a Data Science and Machine Learning professional with 7+ years of experience in Python, ML/AI, statistics, and advanced analytics. * The candidate should have expertise in developing commonly used ML models, analyzing large datasets. * Key skills include Pricing Analytics, Forecasting, Segmentation, A/B Testing, and Test & Learn frameworks, along with hands-on experience in ML techniques such as Linear Regression, Decision Trees, Random Forest, Gradient Boosting, and K-Means Clustering. * Strong proficiency in Python, SQL, Excel, and visualization tools is essential, with experience in libraries such as NumPy, Pandas, Scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch, Seaborn, and Plotly. Exposure to Tableau, Power BI, Generative AI, and Prompt Engineering would be an added advantage. * Beyond technical expertise, the role requires strong communication, stakeholder management, problem-solving abilities, and a proactive mindset. * The ideal candidate should be able to translate analytics into business recommendations, engage in strategic discussions and solutioning, and effectively balance technical delivery with business impact. **Other considerations** * Strong hands-on Data Science / ML / Python skills are non-negotiable.  * Strong methodological thinking and communication skills are critical. The work is complex from a methodology perspective, so the individual needs to be able to understand complex problems and communicate the approach and outcomes in a simple, effective way to stakeholders. * A strong research mindset is required. While there are established testing methodologies we use today, the expectation is to continuously research, experiment, and identify new and better approaches. * Strong problem-solving and stakeholder management skills are essential. The person should be able to quickly break down ambiguous problems, identify solutions, and effectively manage stakeholder expectations and communication. **Location:** DGS India - Bengaluru - Manyata N1 Block **Brand:** Merkle **Time Type:** Full time **Contract Type:** Permanent