Data Scientist

“As part of our Consumer Intelligence organization, you will develop predictive models and analytical tools that influence how our global marketing teams act every day. You’ll work with a team that values curiosity, scientific thinking and experimentation,” says Head of Data Intelligence, Dominik Zuk.

How you will make an impact

In this role, you will build models, analytical tools, and insights that help Marketing & Innovation teams make smarter, faster, and more data‑driven decisions. You will work across areas such as consumer insights, campaign optimisation, trend forecasting, social listening, and predictive analytics for digital performance.

The role sits within the Data Intelligence organization and supports global marketing stakeholders in their strategic and operational decision-making.

Your key responsibilities include:

·       Developing predictive models for consumer behaviour, product performance and marketing optimization,

·       Building tools for consumer segmentation and trend forecasting using machine learning techniques,

·       Delivering analytical insights to marketing teams for targeting, personalisation and next‑best‑action recommendations,

·       Working on projects including social listening, sentiment analysis and digital asset performance prediction,

·       Ensuring compliance with data governance standards and supporting data quality initiatives.

What will make you successful

You bring strong analytical skills, technical curiosity and a desire to apply data science in real marketing and consumer contexts. You are eager to work in cross‑functional environments where you collaborate with Marketing, IT and Innovation teams.

We expect you to have:

·       A Master’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, or similar,

·       2–3 years of experience working as a Data Scientist,

·       Strong proficiency in Python, SQL, Power BI and familiarity with cloud ML platforms such as Azure ML or Azure Databricks,

·       Experience with predictive modelling, segmentation, or marketing analytics,

·       Knowledge of marketing and consumer insights (an advantage).

To succeed in this role, the three most important personal qualities are:

1.       Scientific curiosity – you ask questions, test hypotheses and dig deeper ensuring both business and modelling hypotheses,

2.       Impact‑focused thinking – you aim to create insights that drive real business decisions,

3.       Collaboration mindset – you enjoy co‑creating solutions with marketers, analysts and IT teams.

Please note that this role requires you to be in the office 50% of the time + one additional day (monthly).

We are committed to salary transparency and will discuss the salary range and benefits before the first interview.  

What do we offer?

Global Shared Services is truly a global setup. As such, you will have the opportunity to collaborate closely with business areas across cultures and borders. You can bring your knowledge and understanding into the mix to break new ground with Customer Service in Global Shared Services.

What do we offer?

·       International operating environment  

·       Medical care & life insurance  

·       Additional benefits like gym card, vouchers, travel points or cinema tickets, etc. 

·       Scandinavian working style & no dress code 

·       Trainings with experts & professional induction & development programs

·       Financial support of your education  

·       Relocation package 

·       Referral program for employees 

·       Employee Assistance Program (legal, psychological, health, financial consulting, etc. ) 

·       Support for your healthy lifestyle (fruit day, facility for sportsmen, sport challenges and activities, Arla active teams / sport groups) 

·       Flexible working time and home office work possibility depending on business needs

·       Additional holiday depending on length of employment (up to 4 days) 

·       Fully paid 30 min. break  

… while in the office you can also use some of below:  

·       Modern office space with beautiful view and high standard furniture (i.e. adjustable desks) 

·       Spacious canteen, delicious coffee and tea available on every floor in special designed spots 

·       Chill-out rooms with X-box, pool table, board games, football table and swing 

Read more about Arla Global Shared Services

Global Shared Services consists of multiple functions that are all placed in the Neptun building in Gdansk – with colourful offices and a beautiful sea view.

As of now, we have an IT Services and an IT Solutions division dedicated to SAP as well as a variety of app development and implementation projects. Our procurement and finance functions support a wide array of processes such as purchasing, distribution and sales globally.

We also have a dedicated HR operations division to ensure we attract, develop and retain the very best of talent around the world.

Together, we are all dedicated to one collective mission: ensuring an optimal global supply of fresh Arla products – every single day.

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