Demand Analyst Demand Analyst

Demand Analyst

Location: Gurugram

Department: Supply Chain Planning & Operations

About Nestlé Business Services (NBS)

Nestlé Business Services (NBS) is at the heart of the Nestlé Group. We provide Supply Chain, Financial, HR, Digital & Social Media, CRM, and Consumer Engagement services to enable Nestlé to engage with millions of consumers worldwide. We are a multicultural and diverse team of professionals, passionate about digital innovation and driving continuous improvement processes with colleagues across the world.

About the Role

We are looking for a Junior Data Scientist to join our Supply Chain team. In this role, you will develop and maintain statistical and machine learning models to generate accurate demand forecasts. You will work closely with demand analysts, planners, and cross-functional teams to continuously improve forecasting tools and processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain forecasting models and tools.
• Monitor model performance and implement improvements.
• Collaborate with demand planners and analysts to gather insights and inputs.
• Conduct back-testing and support tool setup.
• Ensure timely and accurate forecast generation.
• Drive adoption of statistical forecasting methods.

Performance Indicators

• Forecast accuracy and bias
• Forecast value add
• On-time forecast delivery
• Model/tool adoption and improvement

Key Collaborations

Internal: Demand Planners, Supply Chain Analytics Hub, Sales, Finance, Marketing

External: Customers, Industry Forums & Partners

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Engineering, Computer Science, or Data Science.
• 2+ years of experience in demand modeling (time series/statistical/ML).
• Proficiency in Python/PySpark, Azure, Snowflake, and Databricks.
• Strong understanding of end-to-end supply chain processes.

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to explain complex concepts simply.
• Collaborative mindset and openness to feedback.
• Fluent in English.

What We Offer

Here at NBS we care about our Talents and we continuously work to have our teams engaged and our people achieving their best professional performance, without forgetting personal development and work-life balance. Joining us will bring you:

• Development of expertise in Nestlé's Business Services unit
• Immersion in a culturally diverse team
• Local and international exposure
• Flexible working environment
• Engagement and wellbeing activities
• Competitive salary and annual bonus according to your performance
• Meal allowance
• Free coffee (and good coffee) at the office
• Medical insurance
• E-learning courses and training program to get you where you aim to be
• Career progression and possibilities for an international career

Nestlé is committed to the accessibility of its recruitment process. If you require an adaptation during the recruitment process, please do let us know so we can support you effectively. All information will be treated confidentially.

We are Nestlé, the largest food and beverage company. We are 308,000 employees strong driven by the purpose of enhancing the quality of life and contributing to a healthier future. Our values are rooted in respect: respect for ourselves, respect for others, respect for diversity and respect for our future. With more than CHF 91.4 billion sales in 2018, we have an expansive presence with 413 factories in more than 85 countries. We believe our people are our most important asset, so we'll offer you a dynamic inclusive international working environment with many opportunities across different businesses, functions and geographies, working with diverse teams and cultures. Want to learn more? Visit us at

Nestlé is committed to providing equal opportunities without any discrimination on the grounds of age, color, disability, origin, nationality, religion, race, gender, or sexual orientation. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity at our company. For any reasonable accommodation in the recruitment process for persons with disabilities, kindly reach out to your recruiter. Reasonable accommodation includes any appropriate modifications to ensure that persons with disabilities are provided an equal platform in the recruitment process.

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