Xavier Tuo Xu
Epping,NSW
Summary
Seasoned Data Scientist experienced working with large datasets, breaking down information and applying interpretations to complex business concerns. Proficient in distribution, predictive and hypothetical modeling. Bringing 4+ years of related experience strengthening company operations.
A highly motivated, responsible and resourceful individual with both commerce (accounting and auditing) and data science background has worked in several industries provided four key aspects:
Adaptability – able to adapt to any harsh environment
Aptitude – ability to learn quickly
Flexibility – make quick adjustments to any changes in the work process
Value Added – with combined knowledge, constructive and out-of-the-box thinking solution will be provided.
As a perfect candidate, I am also linguistically prepared. Born in China, raised in Singapore, and spent my adulthood in Australia, this multicultural background enables me to communicate in both English and Mandarin fluently and learn to respect all the people from different backgrounds.
Additionally, I can take the initiative while working individually or as part of a team under pressure to meet deadlines and other objectives with attention to detail. In addition, I possess a strong work ethic.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Data Scientist
Metcash Trading Limited
Sydney, NSW
12.2021 - Current
- Engage with the stakeholders to identify and enable data-driven business decision making by conducting deep dive analysis, discovering root causes and translate analytical insights into concrete, actionable recommendations for business to grow market share through pricing, range, shelf optimisation etc.
- Build reports and dashboards that provide insights, quickly identify any potential issues and drive business decision making process including trend analysis and visualising data for stakeholders to navigate through reports.
- Develop and design statistical algorithms and automated processes to cleanse, integrate and evaluate large data sets from multiple disparate sources.
- Apply data science techniques to define business problems and develop models to identify any growth opportunities through optimisation (price, range, promotions) and work with large data sets from multiple sources, utilising big data tools and techniques for the purposes of analysing, providing insight and validating hypotheses.
Performance Management Analyst
DB Schenker Logistics
Yennora, Australia, Australia
04.2018 - 02.2020
- Month End Reconciliation, Financial Reporting and Analysis on both the Transportation and Warehousing portion of the business.
- Implementing SAP for a complete set of cost reconciliation, generating invoice, weekly and monthly GP (Standard Invoicing, Credit notes).
- Supply Chain Management involving major clients, such as Samsung, Nokia, Hilti and many more with contracted rate card review.
- Providing appropriate client consultation.
- Preparing Budgets and Forecast for each business unit.
- Comparing actual results with original budget and forecast with detailed interpretation and elaboration of the variance to the key stakeholders.
- Monitoring and analysing customer product volume and inventory movement to predict temp labour usage and revenue target.
- Business Support involving develop warehouse productivity KPIs based on the historical results and create reports to measure the warehouse efficiency. E.g cost per line, cost per order, cost per putaway.
Accountant
Certified Energy ESD Consultancy
Sydney, Australia, Australia
11.2017 - 04.2018
- Reconciliation by using Xero and Harvest.
- Receipts management.
- Invoicing and Quoting.
- Individual job budgeting.
- Financial QA management.
- Accounts receivable and payable.
- Credit and collections.
- Prepared monthly financial reports.
- Checked all the finalised projects with correct payment and details.
- Archived all the finalised projects manually and electronically.
- Manage payroll system.
- Manage HR Platform (Employment Hero).
- Initiate onboarding and offboarding process for the employees.
- Training interns with essential daily tasks.
Assistant Accountant
Certified Energy ESD Consultancy
Sydney, Australia, Australia
08.2017 - 11.2017
- Reconciliation by using Xero and Harvest.
- Receipts management.
- Invoicing and Quoting.
- Individual job budgeting.
- Financial QA management.
- Accounts receivable and payable.
- Credit and collections.
- Manage payroll system.
- Prepared monthly financial reports.
- Checked all the finalised projects with correct payment and details.
- Archived all the finalised projects manually and electronically .
Education
Master of Data Science -
The University of Sydney
Sydney07.2021
Master of IT - Data Science
Monash University
02.2020
Advanced Diploma - Translating
Sydney Institute of Interpreting & Translating
Sydney03.2017
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting
Curtin University of Technology Australia
Perth, WA02.2016
Bachelor of Engineering - Civil Engineering
The University of Sydney
Sydney06-2013
Skills
- Excellent understanding on Deep Learning and Traditional Machine Learning algorithms through research and professional experience
- Excellent coding-based knowledge specialised in R and Python with high level of database (SQL) manipulation skill
- High proficiency in Data Analytic through professional experience Excel in analysing large datasets to identify relevant patterns, correlations, and trends
- High proficiency in Supply Chain Management through professional experience
- Excellent Accounting Based Knowledge
- Excellent communication skills demonstrated through professional experience
- Excellent knowledge of profit & loss, production schedule, sales budget and promotion budget learnt through Capsim Course Capstone
- BI Tools Expertise through professional experience
Language Skill
- Mandarin: Native Speaker
- English: Write, Read, Speak (PTE/IELTS overall score of 8.5 out of 9)
References
References Provided upon request
Timeline
Data Scientist
Metcash Trading Limited
12.2021 - Current
Performance Management Analyst
DB Schenker Logistics
04.2018 - 02.2020
Accountant
Certified Energy ESD Consultancy
11.2017 - 04.2018
Assistant Accountant
Certified Energy ESD Consultancy
08.2017 - 11.2017
Master of Data Science -
The University of Sydney
Master of IT - Data Science
Monash University
Advanced Diploma - Translating
Sydney Institute of Interpreting & Translating
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting
Curtin University of Technology Australia
Bachelor of Engineering - Civil Engineering
The University of Sydney
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