AI / Data Science Consultant (Contract)
We are seeking a results-driven AI / Data Science Consultant with expertise in the retail industry to help leverage data, artificial intelligence, and advanced analytics to optimize operations.
Key Responsibilities:
AI & Data Science
Develop predictive models for demand forecasting, inventory optimization, customer segmentation, and sales prediction
Build recommendation engines and personalization solutions for e-commerce and loyalty platforms
Design AI solutions for pricing optimization, promotion effectiveness, and basket analysis
Apply machine learning and analytics to improve supply chain efficiency and store operations
Analyze customer behavior using transactional, digital, and omnichannel datasets
Develop NLP or Generative AI solutions for customer service, retail chatbots, and product search
Monitor model performance and continuously optimize AI solutions
Business & Consulting
Collaborate with retail clients to identify business challenges and AI/data opportunities
Translate retail use cases into scalable AI, analytics, and automation solutions
Conduct workshops, assessments, and discovery sessions with stakeholders
Provide strategic recommendations on retail AI adoption and digital transformation
Support project planning, stakeholder management, and client presentations
Technology & Delivery
Collaborate with engineering and cloud teams to deploy AI models into production
Support MLOps, automation, and scalable AI architecture implementation
Document technical designs, methodologies, and project deliverables
Stay updated on emerging AI and retail technology trends
Requirements:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, or related field
Experience in AI, machine learning, analytics, or data science
Experience working in retail, e-commerce, FMCG, or consumer-focused industries
Strong programming skills in Python, SQL, and data analytics tools
Experience with machine learning frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or Scikit-learn
Knowledge of retail analytics and business KPIs
Experience with BI tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or Looker
Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Department
- Procurement - Analytics
- Role
- Manager
- Locations
- Seri Kembangan, Malaysia
- Employment type
- Contract
Your Talent Is What We're Looking For!
As we continue our rapid expansion across the Klang Valley and other states in Malaysia, we're seeking passionate and qualified Malaysian to join our growing team.
In 2024, we recorded an Employee Satisfaction Score of 91% - a meaningful benchmark that reflects our ongoing commitment to creating a workplace where people thrive.
About MR. D.I.Y. Trading Sdn. Bhd. (M)
MR D.I.Y. is a home-grown enterprise with over 1,300 stores across Malaysia and Brunei. The home improvement retailer has dedicated to make a positive difference in the lives of its valued customers by offering convenience at all its stores nationwide and online at mrdiy.com.my
All MR. D.I.Y. stores are managed directly and the retailer often works in collaboration with owners of shopfront properties or owners of malls. MR. D.I.Y. stores offer a wide selection of SKUs across five major categories, namely hardware; household and furnishing; electrical; stationery and sports equipment products; and others (comprising toys, car accessories, jewellery, cosmetics, food and beverage items, as well as health and personal care).
The Company strives to put its customers first by operating an innovative business that is flexible when it comes to providing a wide variety of products, good quality and value-for-money, holding true to the Company’s motto of “Always Low Prices”.