Associate Director, Analytics Commercial

About the Position

The primary role of the Associate Director Analytic is to have responsibility for the development, implementation, and coordination of analytics solutions for NielsenIQ client organizations. This includes delivering insights, recommendations, and tools to our clients related to pricing, promotion, distribution, and/or merchandising strategies and executional tactics.

He/she will be responsible for coordinating and developing the supporting analytic teams and all aspects of our client engagements, which includes managing key client stakeholders, conducting analysis of results, simulating client plans, creating deliverable materials, and supporting presentation/training/tool deliveries. This position is off-site, and some travel is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and coordinate analytic teams through designing, executing, presenting, and implementing analytic insights and tools to meet clients’ research objectives
• Ensure proactive insights and action-oriented solutions are delivered to our clients by being an expert in your practice area(s) and data/insight storytelling, with an ability to explain methodologies behind all key analytical consulting to the client
• Coordinate team resources, timelines, and priorities both internally and externally, sometimes consisting of moving targets and conflicting deadlines
• Drive client value, successful implementation, and ongoing usage/integration of analytic solutions that leads to new business and contract renewals

Requirements

General Skills & Competencies

• Expertise in Manufacturer Sales functions (RGM/Revenue Growth Management, RTM/Route to Market, RMO, Category Management, Key Account Analytics, Headquarters Sales, etc.)
• Strong logic, deductive reasoning, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills
• Skilled & polished communicator, including group presentations and storytelling
• Robust project management skills
• Demonstrated mastery in data analysis & application to client business issues, including designing custom solutions to address client business objectives and deliver client value from the engagement
• Demonstrated strength in maintaining positive client relationships in complex situations & resolving client issues with the ability to interface with client executives (VPs, Directors, Account Leads, etc.)
• Strong people management skills to promote a strong team culture, positive work environment, and associate skills development
• Able to work collaboratively with internal & external teams
• Strong sense of urgency and accountability to drive client outcomes
• CPG industry knowledge, experience, and acumen
• Consistently drives best practices, process improvements, and thought leadership to advance the business

Background and Technical Skills

• Bachelor's degree required
• MBA or advanced/analytics degree preferred
• 7+ years of relevant experience in Market Research, Consumer Packaged Goods, Consulting, Analytics, Revenue Management, and/or Category Management
• Strong analytic background and knowledge of statistical or data science methodologies and applications
• Strong Marketing/Research background

We Offer

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

About the Company

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.

For more information, visit NIQ.com

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 Diversity and Inclusion page.