AI Automation & Analytics Specialist
Salary€44k
LocationRome
Typefull-time
SeniorityMid
Experience3–5 yrs
DepartmentBusiness Analytics
Company size10,000+ people
PostedOct 1, 2026 · 1w ago
Verified live1d ago
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Bachelor's or Master's in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
3-5 years in analytics, BI, or data engineering roles
Proficiency in SQL, Python, R
Experience with ETL/ELT and orchestration: Azure Data Factory and Knime/Alteryx
Hands-on with cloud data platforms: Azure SQL and modern analytical stores
Proficiency in dashboards: Power BI; DAX and dashboard performance optimization
Practical experience applying AI/ML to commercial analytics and process automation
Strong grasp of statistics and ML fundamentals
Excellent communication skills; able to convert complex analyses into clear business actions
Native Italian
Proficiency in English
Collaborative mindset, team worker
Experience in commercial/retail/pharma or animal health is a plus
Spanish is a plus
Skills
SQL
Python
R
Azure Data Factory
Knime
Alteryx
Azure SQL
Power BI
DAX
Machine Learning
AI
ETL
ELT
Data Warehouse
Lakehouse
Benefits
Variable pay
AI Automation & Analytics Specialist
Zoetis Southern Europe is seeking a results-driven AI Automation & Analytics Specialist to join our Business Analytics team. This role will be responsible for collecting and processing large datasets to uncover valuable insights that drive business decisions. This role involves using ETL tools, statistical methods, Machine Learning and data visualization techniques to interpret complex data and present findings to stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
· Data Engineering & Quality
o Design and maintain automated data pipelines (ETL/ELT) from diverse internal and external sources
o Implement robust data validation, monitoring, and documentation to ensure high data quality and lineage
· Analytics & Modeling
o Apply statistical analysis and machine learning to identify trends, segments, forecasts, and drivers of performance
o Build reproducible analytical assets with clear versioning and governance
· AI
o Leverage AI to automate and improve data analysis, uncovering trends and drivers and embedding insights into workflows
o Identify and deliver high-impact AI use cases, integrating model outputs into workflows and dashboards with clear KPIs and explainability
o Operationalize AI/ML solutions, ensuring Responsible AI practices
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· Visualization & Insight Communication
o Develop dynamic, user-centric dashboards and reports; optimize and integrate existing assets for clarity and performance
o Translate analytics into concise, business-ready narratives and recommendations for stakeholders
· Performance Management
o Automate target-setting, KPIs, and monitoring workflows
· Collaboration & Stakeholder Enablement
o Partner with Business Units, Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Customer Care to deliver data-driven solutions
o Support ad‑hoc deep dives and decision forums with timely, accurate analyses
· Continuous Improvement & Governance
o Identify opportunities to streamline processes, enhance scalability, and enforce data/analytics best practices
o Contribute to data governance, integration, security, and compliance standards
Qualifications
· Bachelor’s or Master’s in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
· 3-5 years in analytics, BI, or data engineering roles; experience in commercial/retail/pharma or animal health is a plus.
· Proficiency in:
o Databases & languages: SQL, Python or R
o ETL/ELT & orchestration: Azure Data Factory and Knime/Alteryx; building and monitoring production pipelines
o Cloud data platforms: hands-on with Azure SQL and modern analytical stores (cloud data warehouse / lakehouse)
o Dashboards: Power BI; DAX and dashboard performance optimization
o AI & automation: practical experience applying AI/ML to commercial analytics and process automation; ability to translate business needs into scalable AI-enabled solutions, with clear business rationale and appropriate controls
· Strong grasp of statistics and ML fundamentals
· Excellent communication skills; able to convert complex analyses into clear business actions.
· Native Italian, Proficiency in English. Spanish is a plus
· Collaborative mindset, team worker.
WHAT WE OFFER:
Permanent contract
Level B2, Chemical - Pharmaceutical NCBA
Starting salary (annual gross): € 44.446,78 - depending on candidate experience
Variable pay
Local benefit package
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