Data Scientist

Company Description

NIQ is the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. 

Job Description

We are looking for Data Scientist with complementary skill sets to support the implementation and activation of innovative processes that are reinventing how we measure consumer shopping behavior. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a transformation journey within our panel measurement business.

Working within the Product Design & Enhancement (PDE) team, you will be responsible for translating measurement methodologies into country-specific solutions while ensuring technical accuracy. You will drive the efficient, reliable, scalable, and highly automated implementation of new innovations, supporting their successful adoption across markets.

• You are a great fit to our team if you have knowledge of consumer behavior, panels in general, Universe and sample Design, consumer metrics and analytics.
• Experience with any purchase /receipt capture methodologies and experience FMCG market will be a fantastic addition.
• Strong stakeholder management and project management skills together with agile, solution-oriented ways of working and a high interest in decision making to bring our product forward are driving you.
• Within the PDE group, the profound coding experience and technical skills combined with a flexible and innovative mindset are essential skills.

Qualifications

• University degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Socio-economics or other related fields
• With at least 3 or more years of experience in FMCG / Retail / Consumer Research or any related industry.
• Knowledge of/ Interest in consumers and their behaviours and any receipt collection methodologies.
• Strong aptitude for data analysis with basic knowledge of statistics, including the ability to manipulate, analyse and interpret large data sources.
• Strong time management and coordination skills
• Project management experience including the skill to keep the end2end overview
• Working knowledge of Python and optimally also R; esp. in the area of data extraction, data cleaning, root cause analysis and data visualization.
• Experience with SQL, working with queries and large-scale databases
• Excellent communication/writing and collaboration skills, strong analytical thinking
• Interest in agile tools and agile ways of working including team player in an agile working environment 
• Ability to navigate through crisis and difficult interactions together with ability to solve problems.

Additional Information

We are a global, diverse team that is passionate about bringing world-class solutions alive and engaging with different end2end business branches to bring the complete consumer journey to our clients. Client satisfaction and highest quality standards in the markets across the world are our core drivers and main focus areas.

Our Benefits

• Flexible working environment
• Volunteer time off
• LinkedIn Learning
• Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)

NIQ may utilize artificial intelligence (AI) tools at various stages of the recruitment process, including résumé screening, candidate assessments, interview scheduling, job matching, communication support, and certain administrative tasks that help streamline workflows. These tools are intended to improve efficiency and support fair and consistent evaluation based on job-related criteria. All use of AI is governed by NIQ’s principles of fairness, transparency, human oversight, and inclusion. Final hiring decisions are made exclusively by humans. NIQ regularly reviews its AI tools to help mitigate bias and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. If you have questions, require accommodations, or wish to request human review were permitted by law, please contact your local HR representative. For more information, please visit NIQ’s AI Safety Policies and Guiding Principles: https://nielseniq.com/global/en/info/niqs-ai-safety-policies/

About NIQ

NIQ is the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights—delivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platforms—NIQ delivers the Full View™. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world’s population.

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Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At NIQ, we are steadfast in our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace that mirrors the rich diversity of the communities and markets we serve. We believe that embracing a wide range of perspectives drives innovation and excellence.  All employment decisions at NIQ are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We invite individuals who share our dedication to inclusivity and equity to join us in making a meaningful impact. To learn more about our ongoing efforts in diversity and inclusion, please visit the https://nielseniq.com/global/en/news-center/diversity-inclusion