Data Processing Associate

Job Description

Working with data collected from market research surveys to provide a variety of output reports, using software products such as Quantum, SPSS.

• Good sense of data presentation. Working knowledge to use various data formats (ASCII, SPSS, Excel etc.)
• Processing, formatting and presenting the data in accordance with global GfK quality standards.
• Prioritize, structure and deliver data processing (data validation & data table production, quality checking and workflow communication) of medium to high complexity project individually.
• Execute day-to-day operations and tasks.
• Prioritize and distribute projects / tasks within the team.
• Propose optimizations and efficient solutions.
• Take decisions related to project delivery in case of any ambiguous situation.
• Contribute to different internal / external initiatives related to operations process, training framework, reporting KPIs etc.

Key Activities

• Review and process all materials provided by the client.
• Proactively discuss with the client all detail related to input materials and their needs.
• Propose and discuss potential solutions based on client needs. Implement newly proposed solutions for the project.
• Participate in project set up meetings and guide Project Management and CSG regarding the technical aspects of deliverables with best solution.
• Develop reports, spreadsheets, based on analysis of data from multiple sources.
• Calculate advanced statistical metrics and modeling as required by CSG.
• Analyse various types of data in order to deliver tables.
• Perform and responsible for quality assurance.
• Collaborate with other teams to solve any problems encountered during data delivery phase.
• Deliver accordingly to project timelines.
• Work closely with various teams for improvement, automation and standardization of the Data management processes.
• Focus on improving the quality management system.
• Actively involved in testing the newly developed software and tools and takes the necessary steps for implementing them once they are approved.
• Train and provide support to colleagues in data processing for using software / tools. Instruct and supervise junior colleagues.
• Pro-actively seeks to gain and share knowledge

Skills and knowledge required

• Working knowledge of Quantum – Mandatory.
• Good to have knowledge of other Data processing programming languages and software (e.g. SPSS, Python, R Language).
• Advanced knowledge in MS Office, VBA Macro preferred.
• Market Research background is preferred.
• English B2, written and spoken.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Team-player who can also work independently.
• Professional experience: At least 1+ years of (similar) experience

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://www.nielseniq.com/global/en/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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