Senior Data Scientist
Coca-Cola HBC
Department: Data Insights & Artificial Intelligence, Digital & Technology Platform Services We are looking for a Senior Data Scientist who combines strong hands-on expertise with the ability to lead and scale analytics solutions in a complex, multi-market environment. In this role, you will take ownership of delivering advanced analytics solutions, generating actionable insights and driving tangible business impact, with a strong focus in the route-to-market and commercial effectiveness areas. You will work closely with business stakeholders, translating ambiguous problems into scalable data products deployed across 29 markets. Beyond individual contribution, you will play a key role in shaping our data science practices and, over time, lead and mentor a small team of data scientists, ensuring high standards in both technical delivery and business impact. This is a high-impact role suited for someone who can independently drive complex problems end-to-end and balance deep technical execution with evolving leadership responsibilities. YOUR NEW KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Collaborate extensively with business stakeholders to deeply understand challenges and identify opportunities. Own the end-to-end delivery of advanced analytics and machine learning solutions, from problem framing to production deployment and continuous improvement, working within Agile/SAFe ways of working. Develop and implement machine learning and statistical models to extract insights, predict trends, and provide actionable recommendations. Analyze large and complex datasets to identify opportunities to enhance existing solutions and develop new ones. Lead the development of proof-of-concept solutions and ensure their scalability across multiple markets. Work closely with cross-functional teams, including data engineers and business experts, to ensure robust, scalable, and production-ready solutions. Proactively identify opportunities to improve existing solutions and propose new data-driven initiatives that deliver measurable business value. Contribute to building and scaling a high-performing data science team, acting as a technical reference point, driving best practices, and supporting the development of other data scientists. ARE THESE YOUR SECRET INGREDIENTS? 5+ years of hands-on experience in data science or advanced analytics roles, with a strong track record of delivering production-grade solutions Strong proficiency in Python and PySpark, with the ability robust, well-structured, and efficient code that balances readability and performance Solid understanding of machine learning, statistical modeling, and experimentation, with the ability to apply the right approach to real-world business problems Experience working with large-scale datasets and distributed data processing, as well as cloud-based data platforms (preferably Azure & Databricks) Proven experience in owning projects end-to-end, from business understanding to deployment and impact measurement Demonstrated ability to build scalable solutions that go beyond one-off analyses or prototypes Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify opportunities to enhance existing solutions and propose new data-driven strategies Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize effectively, and collaborate effectively with other team members and external vendors Ability to balance hands-on technical work with leadership responsibilities, with experience in leading and guiding other data scientists Excellent collaboration, communication and presentation skills, with the ability effectively interact and influence stakeholders, translating technical concepts into analytical approaches and business impact Experience in CPG, retail, or commercial analytics (e.g. route-to-market, assortment) is a strong advantage BSc or MSc, in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, Engineering or a related quantitative field ABOUT YOUR NEW TEAM: We are Coca-Cola Hellenic, a growth-focused consumer goods business and strategic bottling partner of the Coca-Cola Company. We bottle, distribute and sell an unrivalled range of products in 29 markets in Europe, Africa and Eurasia. As we do, we create value for all stakeholders, support socio-economic growth and build a more positive environmental impact. We bring together more than 30,000 people from over 70 nationalities, coming from five continents. The diversity of our markets, from mature to emerging economies, provides a wide range of attractive opportunities for growth. We nurture our talents. We give opportunities to people across all functions and levels, as well as different geographies, backgrounds and education. We are willing to take a risk on the people we believe in, even if they don’t have the perfect experience. We have faith in what every person can be. And although we have so much to be proud of, we always stay humble. We believe the real magic happens - for us and for you - when we OPEN UP. AT COCA-COLA HBC, DIVERSITY HELPS US THRIVE At Coca-Cola HBC, we are an inclusive employer that thrives on diversity. This means our environment provides equal opportunities for all, regardless of race, color, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Join us in nurturing a culture where everyone belongs and contributes to our collective success. Show more