Senior Expert

About the Position

We are seeking a Senior Expert to manage Retailer, eCommerce, and Vendor Onboarding, Engagement, and Compliance Improvement for received data. This role involves working closely with Suppliers, the DA Strategy Team, eData Analysts, and Project Managers to enhance relationships with Providers and RV, aiming to improve Quality and SLAs. This position will manage a group of countries/Retailers.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and report KPIs: Track Retailer Data Quality, conduct regular reviews with internal stakeholders and suppliers, and drive specific quality improvement goals for suppliers, including any change management related to data receipt (content format, advance notice).
• Engagement: Establish and maintain close relationships with suppliers, acting as the point of contact between suppliers and Nielsen. Support the Operations Strategy Team in driving on-ground supplier conversations, testing data quality checks, and other pre-onboarding activities.
• Data Quality Improvement: Coordinate sample data testing with Data Analysts, communicate results to suppliers, and work towards required improvements in data quality. Align on data formats and timeliness expectations with suppliers before handing over to Data Analysts for onboarding.
• Opportunity Identification: Identify additional data opportunities with existing retailers, including Retailer Data quality KPIs, and work with Ops Strategy to materialize these opportunities.

Requirements

• Technical Knowledge: Strong technical knowledge and business interpretation of data.
• Business Process Modeling: Proficient in complex business process modeling and data modeling concepts.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Microsoft Office Suite: Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Technology Exposure: Technology exposure and tech-savvy.
• Data Understanding: Ability to understand various data and file formats, interpret different data structures and mapping, and have a general systems understanding from an ETL point of view.
• Language Skills: Fluent in English; local market language skills (if required by markets).

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.

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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.

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