Steel - Supply Chain Data Scientist Job Description

The Supply Chain Data Scientist will be based in Hyderabad, Nextpower office. In this position, you will report to the Steel Supply Chain Strategy Director . The Supply Chain Data Scientist will be responsible for driving data analytics, reporting, and optimization initiatives within the steel supply chain, enabling data-driven decision-making and enhancing operational efficiency through advanced analytics and Power BI solutions.

We are looking for someone who demonstrates:

- Passionate drive to innovate and create
- Integrity to the core
- Enthusiastic customer focus
- Consistent interactive teamwork
- Desire for continuous improvement and top performance

Here is a glimpse of what you ll do

- Analyze large datasets across procurement, production, inventory, and logistics to identify trends and improvement opportunities
- Work with steel supply chain and strategy teams to understand business challenges and translate them into data-driven solutions
- Build and deploy data models, forecasting solutions, and optimization techniques to improve efficiency and reduce cost
- Develop and maintain interactive dashboards and reports using Power BI for supply chain visibility
- Automate reporting processes and ensure high data accuracy and consistency
- Perform root cause analysis and provide actionable recommendations for performance improvement
- Collaborate with IT and business teams to integrate data from ERP and other systems
- Present insights and dashboards to leadership and stakeholders, including the Strategy Director
- Support continuous improvement initiatives through advanced analytics and innovation




- Ensure data quality, governance, and documentation of reporting processes undefined

Here is some of what you ll need (required)

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to work on complex datasets
- Experience with SQL and at least one programming language (Python)
- Solid understanding of statistics, data analysis, and visualization techniques
- Experience in data optimization, forecasting, or predictive analytics
- Proficiency in Power BI (data modeling, DAX, dashboard development)
- Exposure to AI and agentic modeling is a plus
- Advanced communication skills (written and verbal)
- Ability to translate business requirements into analytical solutions
- Fluent oral and written communications in English
- Results-oriented mindset with ability to think creatively and drive outcomes
- Ability to handle ambiguity and work in a fast-paced environment
- Self-driven and autonomous

Here are a few of our preferred experiences

- Bachelor s degree in data science, Engineering, Analytics, Mathematics, or related field; graduate degree preferred
- Minimum of 3 4 years of experience in Data Science, Analytics, or Business Intelligence roles
- Experience in Steel, Manufacturing, or Commodity Indexing
- Familiarity with ERP systems (Oracle, Anaplan, NetSuite, Salesforce etc.)
- Exposure to cloud platforms (e.g., Azure) and data platforms
- Experience working in an international workplace

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