Skills

Communication Leadership Emotional Intelligence Data Mining Change Management Problem-solving Data collection Machine Learning Team Management Analytics Snowflake Data Science PowerBI Mathematics

Job Specifications

Title: Data Scientist

Location: Chillicothe, IL

Details: 12-month contract with ongoing need, opportunity for direct hire, fully onsite role

Pay Rate: $57.00 – 60.00/hr. with benefit inclusions

Job Summary

The Maintenance Components & Hydraulics team within Resource Industries Supply Management is seeking a talented and motivated Data Scientist to develop analyses that support strategic sourcing activities for $2.6B in spend. This role involves data collection, analysis, and application of statistical models to improve sourcing strategies, deliver cost savings, and enhance operational efficiency. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, apply advanced analytics, and communicate insights that drive business decisions.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain scorecards and reports by consolidating data from multiple sources.
Assist in cost savings activities and coordinate RBM/ABP processes.
Create cost reporting frameworks and consolidate cost savings initiatives for leadership visibility.
Collaborate with category teams to implement strategies and tools.
Document procedures and lead change management for new tools and processes.
Apply statistical models and data mining techniques to generate actionable insights.
Support monthly reporting on team metrics, cost savings, and tariff analysis.

Education & Experience Required

Years of Experience: 3–5 years (internships accepted as experience).
Degree Requirement: Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or related quantitative field.

Skills Required

Top 3 Skills

Communicates effectively to develop standard procedures.
Applies problem-solving techniques across diverse procurement scenarios.
Analyzes procurement data to generate actionable insights.

Additional Technical Skills (Required)

Proficient in PowerBI, PROcure, and tools like CICT, Lognet, MRC, PO Inquiry, AoS.
Expertise in Snowflake and data mining.

Desired:

Prior experience in procurement.
Familiarity with monthly reporting processes (ABP, RBM).
Machine Learning and AI.
Experience with cost savings initiatives.

Soft Skills (Required)

Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Balances speed with accuracy in task execution.
Defines problems and evaluates their impact.

Desired:

Emotional Intelligence.
Leadership and team management capabilities.

About the Company

Why Choose Epitec? Founded in 1978 and headquartered in Southfield, Mich., with regional hubs in Chicago, Central Illinois, and Dallas, Epitec is dedicated to making staffing personal. Our customers include Fortune 500 companies across the United States, providing you access to high demand career opportunities. What Makes Epitec Different? Our flexible workforce model is designed with you in mind. Whether you're looking for contract-to-hire, direct hire, or other employment options, we tailor our services to fit your career... Know more