Company Description#LI-HybridOur Data Science teams help to provide NIQ's clients with the most complete understanding of the market and its consumers. With a footprint in over 100 countries across the globe, our extensive data and measurement capabilities provide market context and confidence. We are constantly innovating to keep pace with emerging market trends and the increasingly diverse, demanding and connected consumer.The Data Science Team provides other teams within NIQ expertise in our panel development, assisting with new products, data feeds and estimation techniques. We are responsible for creating and adhering to the best practices and approaches for panel weighting and data processing/aggregation. The team's core value of integrity applies to our processes, client deliverables and team relationships.As a Data Scientist Market Leader, you will spend a mix of your time researching industry standards, investigating our current products and identifying key enhancements to improve the quality of our deliverables. You will work closely with our Product and Operations teams to test, implement, and produce these solutions. You will listen closely to our commercial teams and clients' needs to enable them to use our data effectively. You will work with data scientists with a wide range of educational, professional, and cultural backgrounds.Job DescriptionAct as business partner to Commercial, Product and Operations leaders.Provide expert technical and methodological consultation with internal and external clients.Solve data problems and client challenges through deep understanding of internal and external data.Ensure NIQ services are delivered to the highest quality standards.Provide service specifications to the operations teams and collaborate with them on methodologies to ensure these meet client requirements.Identify, develop and make recommendations for process improvements and best practices; own implementation of recommendations required.Adhere to appropriate standards and processes to ensure quality and consistency of data science solutions.Drive the roll-out of new or enhanced services providing an integrated statistical vision.Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business needs and to identify and define solutions; effectively communicate results.QualificationsMinimum B.S. degree in Statistics, Economics, Actuarial Sciences, Operative Research, Econometrics, Data Science or a similar quantitative field.3+ years of professional experience, preferably in the FMCG industry. Broad industry knowledge of NIQ reports and methodologies is a benefit.Previous experience with data projection techniques, theory of estimation and/or data interpretation in a research context.Excellent data management skills.Proficiency in Excel and statistical or mathematical packages (R/Python).An efficient and creative problem-solver with an exceptional aptitude for data analysis (ability to use statistical methodologies to analyze the data).A high degree of accuracy and attention to details.Excellent communication, data visualization & presentation skills, a strong communicator to be able to explain technical concepts clearly and concisely in a non-technical way. Strong verbal, presentation and written skills.Excited by challenges, pro-actively interacting with others, an enthusiastic and flexible team player.Strong time management skills and ability to work under pressure.Ability to work independently and set direction of the overall program.Excellent English communication skills, with the ability to effectively interface across cross-functional technology teams and the business (local language mother tongue/fluency is a benefit)Additional InformationOur Benefits
Flexible working environment
Volunteer time off
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Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)
About NIQNIQ 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.comWant to keep up with our latest updates?Follow us on: | | |Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and InclusionAt 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
