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Data Science Lead - India Distribution

Sun Pharma
Mumbai, IN Onsite Sun House - Corporate Office
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About this role

Job Title:

Data Science Lead - India Distribution

Business Unit:

Global Supply Chain

Job Grade

 

Location :

Sun House, Mumbai

 

 

 

 

At Sun Pharma, we commit to helping you “Create your own sunshine”— by fostering an environment where you grow at every step, take charge of your journey and thrive in a supportive community.

Are You Ready to Create Your Own Sunshine?

 

As you enter the Sun Pharma world, you’ll find yourself becoming ‘Better every day’ through continuous progress. Exhibit self-drive as you ‘Take charge’ and lead with confidence. Additionally, demonstrate a collaborative spirit, knowing that we ‘Thrive together’ and support each other’s journeys.”

 

Key responsibilities:

  • Lead and manage the end-to-end data science function for global supply chain operations
  • Build, mentor, and scale a high-performing data team (data analysts, data scientists, and engineers)
  • Own and enhance distributor ordering and inventory optimization algorithms
  • Drive continuous improvement, scalability, and accuracy of ordering and replenishment models
  • Lead data and analytics ownership for Kinaxis, including integration, data validation, and ongoing optimization of planning models
  • Collaborate with planning, business, and IT teams to ensure effective adoption and performance of Kinaxis
  • Translate complex business problems across demand planning, inventory, logistics, and procurement into analytical solutions
  • Develop and deploy advanced analytics, statistical models, and data-driven frameworks to improve supply chain KPIs
  • Design and oversee data pipelines, data models, and scalable analytics solutions
  • Ensure high standards of data quality, governance, and accessibility across systems
  • Partner closely with IT teams to align on data architecture, cloud infrastructure (Azure/AWS), and system integrations
  • Work with large structured and unstructured datasets from multiple enterprise systems and data lakes
  • Drive adoption of analytics solutions by collaborating with global stakeholders and leadership teams
  • Present insights and recommendations clearly to senior management
  • Continuously identify opportunities for automation and optimization using Python, SQL, and VBA

 

Technical Skills:

  • Expert proficiency in Python for data analysis, modeling, and automation
  • Advanced SQL skills for data extraction and transformation
  • Strong working knowledge of VBA for automation and legacy systems
  • Hands-on experience with Azure or AWS cloud platforms
  • Experience with data lakes, ETL processes, and large-scale data handling

 

Behavioral Competencies:

  • Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving ability
  • Strong communication skills (technical and non-technical audiences)
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, global, cross-functional environment

 

      Travel Estimate

10–20% depending on stakeholder engagement

Job Requirements

Educational Qualification

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, Statistics, or a related field

Experience

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About Sun Pharma

India's largest pharma company manufacturing generics, branded generics, and specialty products globally. Based in Mumbai, India.

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Job Details
PostedAug 24, 2026
LocationMumbai, IN
Work typeOnsite
DepartmentSun House - Corporate Office
SenioritySenior
CountryIndia
About the company
Sun Pharma
India's largest pharma company manufacturing generics, branded generics, and specialty products globally. Based in Mumbai, India.
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