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# Data Scientist

- **Company:** Lorien
- **Location:** Hounslow, UK
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Expertise in Kinaxis
- **Published:** August 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2815096025-data-scientist

## About the Role

* Strong Data Science background
 * Proven Supply Chain experience (planning, forecasting, optimisation, inventory, logistics, etc.)
 * Experience delivering transformation programmes within large organisations
 * Background in a leading consultancy (Accenture, Deloitte, PwC, EY, KPMG, Capgemini, BCG, McKinsey, Bain, etc.) is highly desirable
 * Experience working with cross-functional stakeholders and driving product or programme outcomes

## Description

London Heathrow (3 days onsite every fortnight)

 * Flights and hotel expenses fully covered

Initial 12-month contract with a programme expected to run for 3+ years

We're supporting Our Client on a major transformation programme to build a next-generation supply chain platform that will power predictive optimisation across the business.

This is a unique opportunity for an experienced Data Scientist with strong Supply Chain expertise to take on a Product Owner-style role at the centre of a high-profile, long-term transformation.

The Opportunity

You'll play a key role in shaping how data science is applied across planning, forecasting, and optimisation. Working closely with stakeholders and technology partners, you'll help define and deliver a platform that will support advanced analytics and AI-driven decision-making across the supply chain.

Currently in the RFP stage, evaluating leading supply chain planning platforms including Lokad, OMP, o9 Solutions, and Kinaxis.

We're looking for professionals with:

 * Strong Data Science background
 * Proven Supply Chain experience (planning, forecasting, optimisation, inventory, logistics, etc.)
 * Experience delivering transformation programmes within large organisations
 * Background in a leading consultancy (Accenture, Deloitte, PwC, EY, KPMG, Capgemini, BCG, McKinsey, Bain, etc.) is highly desirable
 * Experience working with cross-functional stakeholders and driving product or programme outcomes


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