Data Acquisition Field Auditor

NielsenIQ; Sharjah; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consumer intelligence company in Sharjah is seeking Emirati candidates for a full-time data collection position. The role involves visiting outlets, collecting data, and maintaining relationships with retailers. Applicants must have strong communication skills in English, be proficient in MS Office, and possess a valid driving license. The company offers a flexible working environment and volunteer time off.

Benefits

Flexible working environment

Volunteer time off

LinkedIn Learning

Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)

Qualifications

• Must be an Emirati candidate with a family book.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English.
• Proficient in MS Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Visit outlets according to a given schedule and collect required data.
• Maintain relationships with retailers/shopkeepers and manage fieldwork queries.
• Attend training sessions before audits and prepare reports.

Skills

Good in Communication: English Speaking Reading and Writing

Computer Knowledge (MS Office: Excel, Word, Outlook)

Driving License with car

Job description

Please kindly note the following job advertisement is intended exclusively for Emirati candidates. If you are not a UAE national with a family book we regret to inform you that your application for this position will not be considered. However we encourage you to explore other opportunities that align with your qualifications and career aspirations within our organization.

Data Collection in Field

• Required to visit outlets at the time and date according to their schedule.
• Complete the Front Page form in every shop visited with all the requested information.
• Each auditor is allocated a number of outlets of different types which is referred to as his/her Panel. The auditor is responsible for clearing the number of items in the IC questionnaire for this panel.
• Return the completed questionnaire to the field office according to the given schedule. Before submitting the questionnaire validate item descriptions segments prices barcodes and item codes carefully. Additionally where permission to capture images is granted upload pictures of the products in e-pics through Nielsen Product Picture (NPP). There should be no compromise on the quality of information collected.
• The average number of items cleared per day should be no less than 65.

Support On

• Collecting new category/characteristics openings based on specific requests.
• Purchasing items based on Operations and ad-hoc requirements.
• Additional office activities related to IC questionnaire preparation and quality control.
• Queries.
• Panel Census Information collection.

Relationship Management

• Maintain a healthy relationship with retailers/shopkeepers. Notify the supervisor about outlets refusing cooperation or any other difficulties encountered.
• Proactively capture the complete barcode description price and relevant information and report back to the office for new launches for regular SKUs and promotions.

Training and Development

• Before the start of each audit period the auditor must attend the briefing/training session. Each new auditor must attend an intensive initial training session. The auditor will be explained his/her duties and responsibilities fieldwork procedures how to correctly describe the various items audited and other client-specific requests. The auditor will also undergo spot training with visits to local outlets.
• Develop new product launch reports including required characteristics with clear images and submit them frequently.

Adherence to Nielsen Code of Conduct

Field Updates Responsibilities

• Collect useful information from the field occurring in the respective market and prepare sufficient market highlights reports.
• Ensure the distribution of gifts given to retail shops at the ratio defined by the supervisor and upon completion obtain a receipt form.

Qualifications :

• Good in Communication: English Speaking Reading and Writing
• Computer Knowledge ( MS Office : Excel Word Outlook) Driving License with car required for Field coordination

Additional Information :

Our Benefits

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

About NIQ

NIQ is the worlds 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 insightsdelivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platformsNIQ delivers the Full View. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100 markets covering more than 90% of the worlds population.

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Employment Type : Full-time