Job Description

ABOUT THE ROLE   

The Retail Insight Centre of Excellence at NIQ acts as a strategic partner to our local team, helping them respond faster to changing market dynamics. We specialize in a wide range FMCG and Tech&Durables categories, delivering insights and recommendations that are critical to our clients' success. 

We are currently looking for a motivated Senior Insight Analyst to join our team, to support local NIQ retailers team across Western Europe. In this role, you will work closely with internal stakeholders across one or more markets, helping them make better decisions based on research and sales data. 

RESPONSIBILITIES   

• Building a strong partnership with your internal and/or external stakeholders and seek to make an impact by creating & delivering slides and story flows, analytical insights & presentations for our clients 
• Fostering a strong understanding of your company’ business priorities    
• Working with large data sets to understand drivers of category and brand performance on country level  
• Sharing and actively searching for best practice examples and implementing the approach in their own work whenever possible.  
• Supporting other team members during meetings and presentations.
• Maintaining stakeholder satisfaction through clear expectations management and effective coordination of the analytical pipeline, while fostering long-term relationships built on trust and consistent delivery. 
• Contributing to the team mission by participation in strategic internal projects (coaching, championship, analytical or soft-skills projects).

A LITTLE BIT ABOUT YOU   

For this crucial business role, you will have to possess strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills, as well as demonstrate an analytical mindset, curiosity, accountability, and engagement. 

You will make a difference by helping some of the largest Western European markets make the right choices for their growth strategies. You will partner with your colleagues and support the clients to discover what is happening with their categories and brands and what they should do to improve business performance.  

REQUIREMENTS  

• Min. 3 years of experience working in an analytical capacity.   
• Previous working experience with FMCG, T&D, Retail, or market research industry would be considered a big advantage.   
• Knowledge of NielsenIQ/Gfk data and systems is an asset.    
• University degree in Business/Marketing/Economics/Statistics or related field.  
• An aptitude and aspirations to build trust and relationships with internal stakeholders, while being open to a client-facing role in future.  
• Strong numerical confidence, data visualization skills, and ability to translate numbers into clear insights and recommendations.   
• Very good knowledge of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.  
• Fluent communication in English - verbal and written (at least C1 level).  
• Knowledge of other European languages (French, Italian, German, Spanish) is a plus.
• Excellent time management and prioritization skills with a proven track record of delivering projects on time.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ease of working in a multicultural setting and a virtual environment.
• Ability to work both independently and as a team player.  

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Additional Information

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://nielseniq.com/global/en/info/niqs-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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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 https://nielseniq.com/global/en/news-center/diversity-inclusion