Ruben van de Geer

Ruben van de Geer is a seasoned data science professional with extensive experience in demand forecasting, machine learning, and optimization. Currently serving as Lead Data Scientist at Albert Heijn since March 2023, Ruben oversees a large-scale forecasting platform that generates billions of daily predictions to enhance customer experience and minimize food waste. Prior roles include senior positions at Beat, Ahold Delhaize, and The HEINEKEN Company, where Ruben focused on real-time matching, pricing optimization, and developing predictive models. Academically, Ruben earned a PhD in Math (Operations Research) from Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam and holds a Google Certified Professional Data Engineer credential.