Vikas Arora

CEO

Vienna, Virginia, United States20 yrs 5 mos experience

Highly Stable

Key Highlights

16 years of experience in data science and analytics.
Expert in Localized Planning and Inventory Optimization.
Led advanced AI/ML projects for major retailers.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Data Science expert in Retail and Media sectors, specializing in AI/ML solutions.

Contact

vikasarora16@gmail.com +1-771-(444)-1290 LinkedIn

Skills

Core Skills

Data ScienceMachine LearningAnalytics

Other Skills

Big DataBusiness AnalysisBusiness IntelligenceCredit CardsCustomer AnalysisCustomer InsightData AnalysisData MiningData VisualizationData WarehousingDemand ForecastingForecasting PlanningLocalized PlanningManagementPredictive Modeling

About

Over 16 years of experience in statistical modeling and data science for various retailers across the globe in mostly building impactful analytical solutions using advanced AI/ML algorithms in Python, R, and SAS. Expertise lies in solving problems like Media Marketing Mix, Pricing and promotions, Demand Forecasting, Inventory Planning/optimization, and transformation projects. In the last few years, I have been primarily focused on Omni-channel Localized Planning and Inventory Optimization. I am considered to be an SME in Localized Planning and Allocation solutions.

Experience

Cinqcare

Data Science & Analytics Expert at CINQCARE AI

Jan 2023 – Present · 3 yrs 2 mos · Washington, District of Columbia, United States · On-site

CINQCARE AI is a business division of CINQCARE Inc. that develops and operates a portfolio of AI solutions that are uniquely engineered to serve Black and Brown communities.

Accenture

5 roles

Data Science Principal Director

Promoted

Nov 2021 – Jan 2023 · 1 yr 2 mos

Managed and led a team of data scientists and data engineers. Owned the detailed design & and development of localized merchandise planning capabilities and processes for one of the biggest multi-brand apparel retailers by using advanced statistical and machine learning techniques in R, Python as well as SAS to drive store plans to align inventory and assortment with customer preferences with quicker reaction to trends. Deliver increased top-line sales and bottom-line profitability driven by more full-priced sales. This would lead to improve and lift their margins.
Key responsibilities in this Role:
Led several initiatives on the usage of Machine Learning approaches in Demand Forecasting
Built solutions and supported long-term engagements on Demand Forecasting & Localized Planning
Led initiatives on creating multiple apps on Accenture Interactive Platform

Machine LearningDemand ForecastingLocalized PlanningStatistical ModelingData ScienceR+2

Data Science Senior Manager

Promoted

Dec 2016 – Nov 2021 · 4 yrs 11 mos

Led several initiatives on the usage of Machine Learning driven approaches in Demand Forecasting
Built solutions and supported long-term engagements on Demand Forecasting & Localised Planning
Led initiatives on creating multiple apps on Accenture Interactive Platform

Machine LearningDemand ForecastingLocalized PlanningData VisualizationData Science

Data Science Manager

Sep 2013 – Nov 2016 · 3 yrs 2 mos

Part of the Advanced Analytics team within Accenture where my Primary Role & Responsibilities were:
Built approaches from scratch on Forecasting Planning & Allocation, Pricing and Promotional analytics and delivered for multiple clients
Ensure analytics/model requirements and expectations are captured, designed and delivered
SAS Base and Advanced Programming
Develop and execute a QA process to ensure data accuracy and integrity due to large volumes of data
Design and documentation of the complete process flow and architectural system handling Big Data.
Participate in discussions with Client Business Team to understand functional requirements
Timely reviews of the project plan to ensure that the team meets the project delivery timelines and there are no slippages
Monitor list of activities and list of deliverables produced to ensure the quality and they are reviewed and error-free

Forecasting PlanningPricing AnalyticsSAS ProgrammingBig DataData ScienceAnalytics

Data Science Consultant

Sep 2009 – Aug 2013 · 3 yrs 11 mos

Consultant at Accenture
Build and develop library codes for predictive models for different retailers
for pricing, trade promotion, media mix and demand forecasts. Develop
dashboards and build analytical data sets.
Developed an application based in SAS called Genesis. Genesis is a Media Auditing System which aims at providing media analysis to different clients across the globe. It provides the clients with a 360-degree view to media auditing and enables them to evaluate and optimize their Investments.

Predictive ModelingSASData AnalysisData ScienceAnalytics