Lamb WestonData Scientist III
Jan. 2021 - Dec. 2022Chicago, Illinois, United States ยท On-siteI had the privilege of working in the foremost position in data science at the firm. 1. Ag strategy with McKinsey Optimizing Shipment Prioritization for Key US Distributors: - Developed a strategic algorithm to prioritize shipments for leading US distributors, including US Foods. - This algorithm efficiently allocated resources, ensuring timely product deliveries to vital distribution partners. - Contributed to enhanced operational efficiency and strengthened distributor relationships, elevating supply chain management at the company. 2. Establishing Internal Data Science Function and Sales Forecasting Excellence: - Managed a sales forecasting machine learning (ML) portfolio, generating forecasts valued at $3 billion. - Collaborated with the Vice President and McKinsey partners, optimizing sales forecasting processes and enhancing decision-making. 3. Innovative Insights, Market Forecasting, and Econometrics Research: - Spearheaded discussions on interactive forecasting dashboards, providing supply and demand insights. - Conducted resilient meetings with insights and marketing teams, contributing expertise to create successful market forecasts for product variants. - Proposed innovative solutions for corporate finance and M&A, including groundbreaking econometrics research inspired by experts at Oxford Economics. Focus on leadership and strategic development in the field of data science.