Christopher Witte is a seasoned data science professional currently serving as the Data Science Team Lead at Coles Group, where leadership of the SmarterForecast team drives innovations in supply chain and replenishment systems. Prior experience includes roles as APAC Data Science Lead and Principal Data Scientist at SparkBeyond, overseeing significant cross-domain projects in various sectors, and serving as a Data Scientist at Bunnings, focusing on customer experience enhancements. Previous positions include impactful projects at FlixBus, ScottishPower, and a postdoctoral fellowship in molecular pharmacology, complemented by a strong academic background with a Ph.D. in Theoretical and Mathematical Physics from the University of Melbourne.