Hayford Adjavor

About Hayford Adjavor

I am a Senior Data Scientist and Supply Chain Optimization professional focused on applying data-driven methods to improve operational efficiency and decision-making.My work centers on combining machine learning, optimization, and advanced analytics to solve complex operational and supply chain challenges. I have experience developing analytical models, building scalable data pipelines, and translating business requirements into practical data solutions that support planning, forecasting, and operational performance.Throughout my career, I have contributed to initiatives involving:• Supply chain optimization and workforce planning• Machine learning for forecasting and predictive analytics• Development of data pipelines and analytical workflows• Advanced analytics techniques such as clustering and anomaly detection• Translating stakeholder requirements into data-driven solutions• Dashboard development and data visualization for operational insightsI enjoy working at the intersection of data science, operations, and strategic decision support, where analytical insights can directly inform business processes and operational improvements.I am always open to connecting with professionals working in data science, supply chain analytics, optimization, and AI-driven operations.

Experience

1. Senior Data Scientist

   CenterPoint Energy

   May 2024 — Present · Houston, TX, US

   Developed hybrid machine learning and mathematical optimization models to improve billing exception cases and workforce management and planning processes.• Developed hybrid Machine Learning and mathematical optimization models to improve workforce management and planning processes.• Built machine learning models for commodity price prediction, enabling data-driven forecasting and procurement insights.• Designed and developed an AI-based Proof of Concept (PoC) to support procurement contract analysis and mutual aid readiness.• Collaborated with business stakeholders to gather and translate requirements for the Dispatch Plus Compliance Dashboard, ensuring alignment between operational needs and technical implementation.• Contributed to feature design and enhancement for the Dispatch Plus application to improve functionality and usability.• Implemented data solutions in Google BigQuery, translating business requirements into scalable analytical views.• Developed dashboards to visualize large datasets and key performance indicators, improving operational visibility and decision support.• Applied advanced analytics techniques such as clustering and anomaly detection to identify operational improvement opportunities.• Provided guidance on best practices for data management, analytics workflows, and data governance.• Built automated ETL pipelines using Python, enabling efficient data ingestion, transformation, and analysis.• Applied machine learning algorithms including Random Forest, Logistic Regression, Neural Networks, and support vector machines for predictive modeling and analytical applications.

Education

• Wilkes University

  Master of Business Administration - MBA, Business Administration, Management and Operations

• University of Ghana

  Master of Philosophy - MPhil, Geography and Resource Development

• Binghamton University

  Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Systems Science Engineering

• University of Ghana

  Bachelor's degree, Geography and Resource Development