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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
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Bassem Zohdy, M.Sc.

Data Scientist
Riyadh

Summary

Data Scientist familiar with gathering, cleaning, organizing different datasets and developing machine learning models for use by technical and non-technical teams to solve advanced business problems. Advanced understanding of predictive analytics with successful history of identifying patterns. Highly accomplished in influencing decision-makers and driving profitability across multiple use cases, including retail customer segmentation, products price optimization, assortment optimization, and promotion effectiveness with a Master's degree focused on Information Systems from AAST.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Data Scientist, MDM

SACO
Riyadh
01.2021 - Current
  • Developed intricate algorithms based on deep-dive statistical analysis and predictive data modeling. e.g., Price Optimization, Customer Segmentation, and Inventory efficiency with collaboration of DataRobot.
  • Utilized advanced querying, visualization, and analytics tools to analyze and process complex data sets.
  • Worked with stakeholders to develop quarterly roadmaps based on impact, effort, and test coordination.
  • Assessed accuracy and effectiveness of new and existing data sources and data analysis techniques.
  • Created and implemented new forecasting models to increase company productivity, e.g., Sales Forecasting
  • Applied statistical methods to interpret critical points from gathered data.
  • Tested and validated models for accuracy of predictions in outcomes of interest.
  • Developed dashboards to share results of data analysis using SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) and PowerBI.
  • Developed Streamlit application to be used by business users for Price Optimization use case.

Head of Advanced Analytics

Carrefour
Cairo
01.2018 - 12.2020
  • Worked with Mckinsey&Company on assortment optimization and promotion effectiveness projects with outstanding results, which led to overachieving targets.
  • Collaborated with Nielsen to obtain insights of market share for modern trade per commercial category and families of products.
  • Developed several dashboards for business stakeholders showing KPIs and metrics for inventory levels, sales achieved online, and brick and mortar stores by region and size.
  • Used statistical methods to analyze data and generate useful business reports.
  • Developed forecasting model of needed quantities during Covid period.
  • Collaborated with business unit leaders to identify and prioritize problems.

Lecturer, Business Techonology

Canadian International College, Cape Breton University Campus in Egypt
Cairo
09.2014 - 12.2017
  • Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations.
  • Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
  • Implemented instructional technologies in course delivery to engage and educate students.
  • Met with students to dispense study and career advice and provide guidance and potential opportunities in Data Science field.
  • Arranged syllabus, developed schedules, and determined reading lists for varied courses simultaneously, giving students appropriate time to complete assignments and absorb information.
  • Selected and designed lesson plans and curriculum to meet academic objectives.
  • Created and designed quizzes, tests, and projects to assess student knowledge.
  • Built strong rapport with students through class discussions and academic advisement.

Teaching Assistant, Managment Information Systems

Future Academy
Cairo
09.2005 - 08.2013
  • Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
  • Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
  • Assessed student assignments to check quality and completeness before submission for grading.
  • Provided instructional support to students unable to attend regular classes.
  • Tutored students in computer labs.
  • Recorded grades for coursework and tests in reporting system.
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead lecturer.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Management Information Systems

Future Academy -HISTS
Cairo, Egypt
09.1999 - 05.2003

Master of Science - Information Systems

Arab Academy For Science And Technology
Cairo Egypt
02.2007 - 11.2013

Skills

Machine learning

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Accomplishments

  • Overachieving profitability through effective implementation of assortment optimization and promotion effectiveness.
  • Collaborated with DataRobot team in the development of products price optimization.
  • Published three peer reviewed scientific paper, and one book chapter.

Timeline

Data Scientist, MDM

SACO
01.2021 - Current

Head of Advanced Analytics

Carrefour
01.2018 - 12.2020

Lecturer, Business Techonology

Canadian International College, Cape Breton University Campus in Egypt
09.2014 - 12.2017

Master of Science - Information Systems

Arab Academy For Science And Technology
02.2007 - 11.2013

Teaching Assistant, Managment Information Systems

Future Academy
09.2005 - 08.2013

Bachelor of Science - Management Information Systems

Future Academy -HISTS
09.1999 - 05.2003
Bassem Zohdy, M.Sc.Data Scientist