Job Description

Join a dynamic and diverse global Data Science team dedicated to developing innovative solutions that uncover the complete consumer journey for our clients. We are seeking an experienced leader with strong expertise in statistics, mathematics, econometrics, or a related field. You will define and lead the R&D for our core methodologies by enhancing existing solutions and revolutionizing the way we measure consumer behavior both online and in-store.

About the Role

- Collaborative Environment: Work in and manage an international team in a flexible and supportive setting.

- Methodology Enhancement: Evaluate and improve current methodologies, especially the consumer projection, and our analytical models.

- Research and Analysis: Lead and define the R&D for the Consumer product’s core methods. Present and communicate findings and recommendations based on rigorous research and analysis to peers and senior stakeholders.

- Innovative Solutions: Developing prototypes of new solutions and methodologies to address challenges in a dynamic market environment.

- Coordination: Coordinate efforts across multiple teams and stakeholders.

About You

Ideally you possess a great understanding of consumer behaviour, panel-based projections, and consumer metrics and analytics. You have successfully applied your statistical and data analytical skills to real-world scenarios, demonstrating your ability to handle complex data sets and generate actionable insights. Experience with (un)managed crowdsourced panels and receipt capture methodologies is an advantage.

- Educational Background and experience: Master’s Degree or PhD in Mathematics, Statistics, Socio-economics, Data Science, or a related field with a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience.

- Statistical Expertise: Strong statistical and logical skills, with experience in outlier validation, sampling, bias reduction, indirect estimation, sample projection, data aggregation techniques and advanced analytics/statistical modelling.

- Consumer Insights: Knowledge of consumer behaviour and (un)managed consumer-related panels.

- Data Analysis Skills: Proficiency in manipulating, analyzing, and interpreting large data sets.

- Programming Proficiency: Strong experience with Python or another high-level programming language, with a willingness to learn Python.

- Continuous Learning: Eagerness to adopt and develop evolving technologies and tools. Curiosity to follow the newest research in the relevant fields and transfer to our products and business processes; potentially collaborate with academia. Interest knowledge about technology and platforms.

- Communication and Collaboration: Strong communication, writing, and collaboration skills (English). Experience in presenting to senior audiences and a variety of stakeholders.

Embark on this exciting journey to transform our panel measurement business and make a significant impact in the world of consumer analytics. Apply now to be a part of our innovative team!

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Our Benefits

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

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

NIQ is committed to reflecting the diversity of the clients, communities, and markets we measure within our own workforce. We exist to count everyone and are on a mission to systematically embed inclusion and diversity into all aspects of our workforce, measurement, and products. We enthusiastically invite candidates who share that mission to join us. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action-Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, marital status, protected veteran status or any other protected class. Our global non-discrimination policy covers these protected classes in every market in which we do business worldwide. Learn more about how we are driving diversity and inclusion in everything we do by visiting the NIQ News Center:https://nielseniq.com/global/en/news-center/diversity-inclusion