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Data Scientist

AAH Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Birmingham
2 weeks ago
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About The Role
To lead data science projects from initial problem statement, through data exploration, transformation, and the application of advanced analytics to our existing business processes. Support the Commercial Team in transforming data analytics, data engineering, and data science capabilities.
As part of the Central Data Team dedicated to the Commercial Team, you will drive a data-driven culture, best practices, and advanced methodologies to build, improve, and automate solutions for commercial decision-making.
This is a 9-12 month maternity cover role!
Accountabilities
Design, develop, and evaluate predictive models and algorithms to extract maximum value from data.
Maintain reproducible workflows, document experiments, and track model performance.
Create solutions across Commercial, Operations, and Overheads to influence business strategy and decisions.
Partner with Commercial managers in Pricing, Sales, and Ecommerce to develop strategic initiatives and support project implementation.
Promote a culture of best practices, innovation, and data maturity.
Apply knowledge of statistics, machine learning, programming, data modeling, and mathematics to identify patterns, opportunities, and develop prototypes.
Why AAH?
AAH is the leading medical supplier in the UK, impacting millions across communities. We distribute medicines twice daily to pharmacies, hospitals, and GP practices. We invest in transforming our branch network to ensure timely and safe delivery, shaping the future of healthcare through our passionate team.
25 days plus bank holidays
Company sick pay
Pension scheme
Long service awards
Death in service benefit
Discounted shopping platform
Employee assistance programme
Career progression with support
Onsite parking and excellent transport links
About You
Expertise in SQL, Azure Data Factory, Azure Databricks, Azure Synapse, R, Python, Power BI
Strong data science portfolio demonstrating machine learning and analytics skills
Excellent communication skills for diverse audiences and translating business needs into technical solutions
Experience working with Data Engineers and understanding of modern software practices and Azure cloud technologies
Experience with agile methodologies, Jira, Confluence
Knowledge of version control software like GitHub and supporting pipelines
About Us
At AAH, we play a vital role in healthcare distribution, delivering medicines across the UK. Guided by our ICARE values, we foster an inclusive, collaborative culture. We’re committed to sustainability, modernising delivery, reducing waste, and energy use. We are an equal opportunities employer, supporting diversity and inclusion. Please inform us of any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.

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