Analyst, Data Science

NielsenIQ; Petaling Jaya; Hybrid; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consumer intelligence company in Malaysia is seeking a Data Scientist to drive innovation through data solutions. The ideal candidate should have a degree in relevant fields, proficiency in Python, and the ability to communicate complex concepts effectively. This role supports clients by providing data insights and solutions, within a hybrid working environment.

Benefits

Flexible working environment

Volunteer time off

LinkedIn Learning

Employee-Assistance Program (EAP)

Qualifications

• Fresh graduate or up to 2 years of experience in market research.
• Intermediate proficiency in Python.
• Ability to effectively convey complex concepts.

Responsibilities

• Own Data Science solutions for client requests.
• Support clients with Data Science design.
• Create new solutions and prototypes using diverse data sets.

Skills

Python

Problem-Solving

Communication

Data Analysis

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Maths, Data Science, Statistics

Tools

Microsoft Office

Power BI

Job description

Company Description

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™.

Job Description

About the job

As the world's largest research organization, NIQ is powered by talented creative scientists. Our Data Scientist Business Leaders come from diverse disciplines such as statistics, research methodology, mathematics, psychology, business, engineering, physics and demography. These professionals drive innovation, new product ideation, develop complex analysis and delivery of data insights to measure what consumers buy.

Responsibilities

• Own Data Science solutions for client requests and provide initial recommendations for complex client raised issues.
• Support Internal and External Clients with the understanding of Data Science design and methodology.
• Accompanied senior leaders meet with clients to understand business needs and help offer innovative solutions.
• Work on creating new solutions use cases, proof of concept and prototypes by exploring diverse data sets using tools such as Python.
• Understand Nielsen products and services to suggest new solutions for client challenges.
• Collaborate with other Data Science team units.
• Automate and develop solutions for existing processes.
• Innovate and create out of the box solutions by leveraging large and diverse data sets and state of the art technologies

About you

You’ve dabbled in data. You’ve perused Python. And you have the communication chops to translate it all into conversation or presentations. While you’ve worked with global cross-functional teams, you can also put your head down and focus on independent projects. Seeing the big picture takes attention to detail. You know what’s happening in big data and you’re ready to influence what’s next.

Qualifications

• Professionals with degrees (either Bachelor/Master) in Maths, Data Science, Statistics, or related fields involving statistical analysis of large data sets.
• Fresh grad- 2years of experience in market research or relevant fields, however, open for fresh graduates.
• Intermediate levels proficiency with Python
• Implementation experiences on automation of processes
• Problem‑Solving skills
• Ability to effectively convey complex concepts to non‑experts
• Intellectual curiosity and persistence to find answers to questions
• Eager to continuously learn and adapt to changing technologies and tools.
• Good command of written and spoken English.
• Good collaborative and interpersonal skills to communicate at all levels.
• Working knowledge with collaboration tools such asMicrosoft Office (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Power BI)

Good to Have

• Knowledge of Machine Learning/Web scrapping
• Working knowledge with data visualization tools (e.g., PowerBi) and mapping tools.
• Up to date with technology and active user of eCommerce platforms
• Familiarity with Atlassian, Git, Bitbucket and Confluence
• Familiarity with marketing analytics, including designing experimentsandconsumer behavior analysis.

Benefits

• Exciting work environment that brings people together.

• Use the latest digital technologies.

• Ongoing trainings to support your development.

• Opportunities for personal and professional growth.

• Great compensation linked to individual performance and company results.

• Hybrid work

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.

For more information, visit NIQ.com

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