Head of Applied Data Science (d/f/m) - #2732045

About This Position

What you´ll do

• Lead and develop a team of Data Scientists, taking pride in solving complex business challenges and delivering high-quality data products
• Translate business goals into analytics objectives and execute transition from proof of concept to scalable production solutions in close collaboration with cross-functional product teams
• Lead product teams in executing our Data & Analytics strategy while fostering an agile mindset and a culture of continuous learning, integrity, and shared accountability
• Explore emerging technologies with curiosity and passion, identifying opportunities to unlock their full potential and create business value
• Act as both a technical mentor and people manager, supporting the professional and personal growth of your team members
• Advance your team’s expertise, continuously deepen your knowledge to claim thought leadership in Data Science
• Establish yourself as a Data Science ambassador across business units and functions
  
  

What makes you a good fit

• Master’s degree in a STEM field (e.g. Physics, Mathematics, Bioinformatics, Computer Science); PhD is a plus
• Minimum 8 years of experience in Data Science, Advanced Analytics environment
• Solid track record of delivering data science products from idea to deployment
• Strong collaboration and communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Expert knowledge and hands-on experience in at least one of the following data science areas: supervised or unsupervised machine learning, optimization, statistical modelling, deep learning, time-series analysis, graph analytics for big data; Experience with AI is a plus
• Fluent in English
  
  

Some perks of joining Henkel

• Flexible work scheme with flexible hours, hybrid work model, and work from anywhere policy for up to 30 days per year
• Diverse national and international growth opportunities
• Global wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs
• Gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks
• Employee Share Plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares
• Company Pension Plan 100% financed by Henkel
• MEGA Preventive Health Insurance
• CareFlex Supplementary Care Insurance
• Mobility offer: My Henkel Bike and Jobticket
  
  

At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We welcome all applications across different genders, origins, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, generations and disabilities. If there are any specific accommodations or adjustments you require for the interview process or your on-site appointment, please inform us, and we'll do our best to accommodate your requests.