Data Science Director at The Magnum Ice Cream Company

pune, maharashtra, India -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

10 Mar, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Data Science Strategy, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Advanced Analytics, Data Engineering, MLOps, Python, R, SQL, TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn, Azure, Databricks, Stakeholder Management, Data Governance

Industry

Food and Beverage Services

Description

Looking for Your Dream Job? Join Our Ice Cream Team! Role: Data Science Director Scope: Global, Full time Reports to: Chief Data & Analytics Officer Location: Pune, India ABOUT ICE CREAM: Life Tastes Better With Ice Cream TMICC is the largest global Ice Cream Company in the world, with over 100 years of experience delivering a diverse range of indulgent, yet responsible, craft food experiences and treats delighting consumers. Committed to innovation, quality, and sustainability we have 35 brands, including 3 one billion Euro brands (Magnum, Wall’s, Ben & Jerry’s), a strong presence in over 60 countries, generating annual revenue of over $8 billion. All brands are driven to transform moments into memories through indulgent yet responsibly made and marketed products. We have a well-developed strategy to deliver growth and value creation which is clear on where to play and how to win. We turn the ordinary into the extraordinary by designing unique and innovative Ice Cream experiences that make life taste better, creating joyful experiences. In our Ice Cream business, we’re crafting the future through innovation and imaginative minds, creating unique products. We spark moments of happiness for people and within the communities where we operate. However, it is not as simple as it may seem. As Ice Cream makers we are serious about happiness. With warm hearts, we create the coolest products. JOB PURPOSE: As part of our growth strategy, we are seeking a dynamic highly skilled Data Science Director to join our dynamic team and lead the data science and IA capabilities for the new Ice Cream organisation. The newly created Ice Cream Technology function will drive the technology set-up, standalone design and implementation of all required technology capabilities to enable Unilever’s Ice Cream business to become a fully functioning standalone company, separate from Unilever. We are looking for a Director of Data Science who will lead the strategy, development, and execution of advanced analytics, machine learning, and AI-driven solutions to accelerate business growth across the company’s value chain. This role will be responsible for shaping data-driven decision-making in conjunction with the functional leads in Marketing, Sales, Supply Chain, Revenue Growth Management, and Consumer Insights, while ensuring alignment with enterprise data platforms and governance frameworks. The ideal candidate will combine deep technical expertise in AI/ML with strong business acumen in the CPG industry and proven experience in building and scaling high-performing data science teams. The candidate comes with a strong ability to understand complex business and applications needs to translate them into data science and AI solutions to deliver on those requirements. Therefore, excellent understanding and experience of complex data projects/governance/standards. The successful candidate will be one that has significant IT expertise with a proven record of leading large-scale technology transformation and has a passion for building world class technology and a desire to make a meaningful impact. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: The key responsibilities include leading the data engineering transformation governance for Ice Cream, managing risks, and building a high-performing data science capability. This role involves designing and delivering scalable data pipelines and infrastructure, establishing enterprise data engineering architecture, and championing modern data engineering practices. Collaboration with business and technology teams is essential to align data solutions with business needs and ensure robust security and compliance. The role also focuses on driving data quality, governance, and compliance, enabling business value through scalable data assets, and staying updated with emerging technologies. Strategic Leadership Define and execute the data science strategy aligned with the company’s digital transformation and growth objectives Partner with business leaders to identify high-value AI/ML opportunities across functions (demand forecasting, trade promotions, pricing, personalization, etc.). Drive innovation in predictive and prescriptive analytics, simulation modeling, and agentic AI for decision automation. Data Science Execution Lead the design, development, and deployment of machine learning models, optimization algorithms, and advanced statistical techniques to solve complex business problems. Oversee MLOps processes for scalable and reliable deployment of models into production environments. Ensure model explainability, fairness, and compliance with regulatory and ethical AI guidelines. Cross-Functional Collaboration Collaborate with IT, Data Engineering, and Platform teams to leverage the enterprise data lake (e.g., Azure + Databricks) for model development and operationalization. Partner with commercial, supply chain, and finance teams to ensure solutions deliver measurable business impact. Act as a thought leader and evangelize data science capabilities across the organization. People & Capability Development Build and mentor a world-class data science team (data scientists, ML engineers, decision scientists). Foster a culture of continuous learning, experimentation, and innovation. Establish best practices for model governance, documentation, and performance tracking. WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED: Professional Experience: 10+ years in data science, with at least 3-5 years in an leadership or senior management role. Master’s or Ph.D. in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, or related field Leadership Experience: Proven track record of leading and managing data science teams / capabilities, Strong ability to translate business problems into data-driven solutions. Excellent communication and storytelling skills to influence senior executives. Industry Experience: Experience in a CPG company is critical to be successful in the role. Technical Skills: Hands-on experience with Python, R, SQL, and modern ML frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn). Expertise in cloud platforms (Azure preferred), data engineering concepts, and Databricks or similar environments. Architectural and Design Leadership: Track record in designing enterprise-scale data science products and applications that are secure, scalable across the enterprise. Collaboration & Influence: Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills; ability to work across tech and business teams to deliver impactful solutions. Data Governance and Quality: Understanding of data privacy, security, and governance frameworks (e.g., GDPR, CCPA) and experience embedding these into engineering practices. LEADERSHIP: Critical SOL (Standards of Leadership) Behaviors Personal Mastery: Sets high standards for themselves. Has emotional intelligence to take feedback, manage mood and motivations, and build empathy for others. Passion for High Performance: Generates intensity and focus to motivate people to deliver results at speed. Takes personal responsibility and accountability for execution and results. Consumer Love: Invests time inside and outside to understand the needs of consumers. Business Acumen: Creates sustainable growth with purpose, engaging different partners across the system for change. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION TMICC embraces diversity and encourages applicants from all walks of life. This means giving full and fair consideration to all applicants and continuing development of all employees regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity. ARE YOU EXCITED TO CRAFT THE ICE CREAM FUTURE? Disclaimer Equal Opportunity Employer: TMICC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, or any other basis protected by applicable law, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. We take pleasure seriously. Join the Ice Cream team now! #TMICC ABOUT THE MAGNUM ICE CREAM COMPANY: With 19.000 expert ice cream colleagues and iconic brands like Wall’s, Cornetto and Ben & Jerry’s, loved in 76 countries, we are the world’s largest Ice Cream company leading the industry We have been taking pleasure seriously for more than 100 years, serving happiness with every lick or scoop of ice cream for generations. The Magnum Ice Cream Company (formerly part of Unilever) is all about growth. Growing our business. Growing our customers’ businesses. Growing our people’s careers. Growth begins with empowerment. So we free our people to be innovative, responsible entrepreneurs, driven and equipped to give our consumers more amazing products and unforgettable moments – and having fun doing it. Here’s what defines success in our organization : · We are all about growth · We operate with speed and simplicity · We win together with fun · We boldly innovate to disrupt our industry · We care and challenge · We are experts in the Ice Cream Category ARE YOU EXCITED TO CRAFT THE ICE CREAM FUTURE? Please apply online and do not forget to upload your CV. Your application will be reviewed against the requirements, and we will be in touch shortly after the closing date, with an update on the status of your application. You may notice references to Unilever, as well as Unilever’s policies and terms and conditions, on this career site. This is because we are still sharing some services under the terms of our separation from the company. Please be aware that your application and the information you submit via this site will go directly and exclusively to The Magnum Ice Cream Company for roles within The Magnum Ice Cream Company . If you want to grow with us, make an impact, and shape the future of Ice Cream, this is the place for you! Grow Fast. Make an Impact. Shape the Future of Ice Cream. If you want to grow fast, make an impact, and shape the future of Ice Cream, this is the place for you. At The Magnum Ice Cream Company, we offer a unique mix of global scale and start-up spirit, being a €8.3billion powerhouse with an agile, entrepreneurial mindset. With career opportunities in over 40 markets, this is a place where growth, innovation, and performance are cultivated and rewarded. A place where you have the freedom to disrupt and grow. A place where we operate with speed and agility, amongst diverse and inclusive teams in an environment where we care for and challenge each other at the same time. Join us as we create extraordinary careers - just like our ice cream creates extraordinary moments. Because life tasted better with ice cream.

Responsibilities

This role involves leading the data science and AI capabilities for the new Ice Cream organization, focusing on shaping data-driven decision-making across Marketing, Sales, Supply Chain, and Consumer Insights functions. Key responsibilities include defining and executing the data science strategy, leading the design and deployment of machine learning models, and building/mentoring a world-class data science team.