Role Overview
Working closely with senior stakeholders, you will help define, prioritise, and deliver high‑value AI and data science projects that align with business goals. You will also play a key role in building and mentoring a high‑performing team while championing best practices and innovation across the function. Lead the end‑to‑end development and delivery of AI and data science projects, ensuring alignment with business priorities. Partner with stakeholders to scope, prioritise, and advance initiatives through structured processes such as an AI incubator. Take ownership of solution adoption, including production handovers and ongoing model performance monitoring. Design and implement forward‑looking AI proof‑of‑concepts, contributing hands‑on to development where needed. Drive innovation and best practices in machine learning, analytics, and data science delivery.
Responsibilities
- Define, prioritise, and deliver high‑value AI and data science projects that align with business goals.
- Build and mentor a high‑performing team while championing best practices and innovation.
- Lead end‑to‑end development and delivery of AI and data science projects, ensuring alignment with business priorities.
- Partner with stakeholders to scope, prioritise, and advance initiatives through structured processes such as an AI incubator.
- Manage and mentor a small team of data scientists (internal and third‑party), supporting both their technical and professional growth.
- Take ownership of solution adoption, including production handovers and ongoing model performance monitoring.
- Design and implement forward‑looking AI proof‑of‑concepts, contributing hands‑on to development where needed.
- Drive innovation and best practices in machine learning, analytics, and data science delivery.
Qualifications
- Master’s or PhD in Computer Science, Data Science, Machine Learning, or a related field.
- Extensive experience leading data science and AI initiatives in complex environments.
- Deep expertise in machine learning, statistical modelling, and business analytics.
- Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills, with the ability to influence across all levels.
- Experience within FMCG or a similar fast‑paced industry is highly advantageous.
- Advanced proficiency in Python, SQL, and cloud platforms such as Azure or Databricks.
Impact
Take ownership of high‑impact, business‑critical AI initiatives. Work at the intersection of strategy and hands‑on delivery. Lead and shape a growing data science capability. Make a measurable difference by delivering solutions that drive real business value.
About the Company
Coca‑Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) is a dedicated team of 42,000 people, serving customers in 31 markets, who work together to make, move and sell some of the world's most loved drinks. We are a global business and one of the leading consumer goods companies in the world. We help our 2.1 million customers grow, and we are constantly investing in exciting new products, innovative technologies and fresh ideas.
Lead Data Scientist (Associate Director) in Cheshunt employer: Coca-Cola Europacific Partners plc
At The Coca-Cola Company, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration. As a Senior Director in ARTD Europe, you'll benefit from competitive compensation, comprehensive medical and financial benefits, and unparalleled opportunities for professional growth within a globally recognised brand. Join us in a role that not only drives strategic impact across Europe but also champions diversity and inclusion, ensuring every voice is heard and valued.
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