ROLE: SENIOR APPLIED SCIENTIST-OPERATION RESEARCH & SYSTEMS ANALYST (ORSA)
OVERALL EXPERIENCE 9-10YRS+
Scope:
Lead the optimization architecture: problem formulation, solver selection, constraint modeling
Own the mathematical framework generating optimized allocation plans incorporating business constraints
Architect multi-objective optimization balancing in-stock rates, inventory turns, and operational costs
Guide the optimization team on problem decomposition and solution approach per region
Interface with customer supply chain planning teams on constraint definition and business rule translation
Required:
Operations Research (MS or PhD preferred), strong optimization foundation
Solver experience: Gurobi, CPLEX, or equivalent
Translating business constraints into mathematical formulations
Python, advanced numerical computing
Experience leading or mentoring applied scientists
Retail supply chain or inventory optimization domain knowledge
Preferred:
Store allocation / replenishment system experience
Familiarity with agentic AI frameworks
AWS data/ML stack (SageMaker, Step Functions, Lambda)
Best Regards
Naveen
naveen at sunrayinformatics dot com