Item Placement Analyst

Circana Careers; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading data analytics firm is seeking an Item Placement Analyst in Cape Town, South Africa. You will be responsible for maintaining product databases and ensuring delivery accuracy in a collaborative environment. Candidates should have experience in data management and strong analytical skills. Exceptional communication and Excel proficiency are essentials for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 2 years FMCG or Data Management experience required.
• Excellent command of the English language is essential.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and implement Item Placement tasks.
• Update the database with new items and attribution.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Data Management

Communication Skills

Time Management

Analytical Skills

Excel Proficiency

Education

Associates degree (BCom / BSc)

Job description

Overview

Lets be unstoppable together!

Circana (formerly IRI and NPD) is the leading advisor on the complexity of consumer behavior. Through unparalleled technology advanced analytics cross-industry data and deep expertise we provide clarity that helps almost 7000 of the worlds leading brands and retailers take action and unlock business growth. We understand more about the complete consumer the complete store and the complete wallet so our clients can go beyond the data to apply insights ignite innovation meet consumer demand and outpace the competition.

At Circana we are fueled by our passion for continuous learning and growth we seek and share feedback freely and we celebrate victories both big and small in an environment that is flexible and accommodating to our work and personal lives. We have a global commitment to diversity equity and inclusion as we believe in the undeniable strength that diversity brings to our business employees clients and communities (with us you can always bring your full self to work). Join our inclusive committed team to be a challenger own outcomes and stay curious together. Learn more at .

What will you be doing

Based in South Africa you will be working as part of the Circana UK Item Placement team. An Item Placement Analyst maintains the product dimension of the custom client databases assigned to him / close collaboration with UK Client Service and several other operational departments an Item Placement Analyst has a shared responsibility for delivering the client database on time and correct.

Job Responsibilities

• Coordination and implementation of all Item Placement overarchingtasks.
• Updating the database with new items and attribution.
• Sharing new item list an overview of newly placed items with the client and processing their feedback
• Updating of totals
• Validations / QCs
• Closing and finalizing databases
• Minor restatements (limited set of changes to the product structure of the database)
• Liaising with internal and external stakeholders
• Keeping all relevant documentation updated
• Follow the operational item placement process & governanceprocesses.
• Actively seeks out client product performance in the market to keeprelevant.
• Maintaining strong internal cross-departmentalrelationships with local and UK colleagues.
• Display a solid understanding of the business and our serviceofferings.
• Attends training business updates knowledge shares and team events as and whenrequired.
• Adheres and enforces to all relevant policies andprocedures.
• Communicates issues and deadlines to Manager and / or team leads asrequired.
• Able to work extra hours as and when required to ensure deadlines aremet.
• Mentors and develops the operational and quality assurance skills of the more junior members of the team in a constructivemanner.
• Oversee and guide new junior team members and assist in their orientation and on-boarding.
• Supports the Item Placement Team Lead and Projects Team Leader with the management of the team and team initiativesetc.

Measures of Success

• Able to effectively work independently and in teams to deliver on client requirements accurately and on-time
• Showcase high levels of attention to detail
• Maintaining a high level of data quality
• Readily puts in whatever time and effort is required to achieve goals
• Prioritises workload and consistently meets established deadlines
• Works to remove barriers to collaboration while balancing the interests of multiple stakeholders
• Builds trust with local & global colleagues by having long-term view working relationships
• Able togain support including time and resources towards solving client satisfaction and delivery issues

Requirements

• Associatesdegree (BCom / BSc)
• Working knowledge of Data Models is required
• 2 years FMCG or Data Management experience
• Excellent command of the English language
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Time management
• Hands-on mentality resourceful & results oriented
• Accurate consistent team player flexible
• Analytically strong
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications especially Excel

Circana Behaviors

As well as the technical skills experience and attributes that are required for the role our shared behaviors sit at the core of our organization. Therefore we always look for people who can continuously champion these behaviors throughout the business within their day-to-day role :

• Stay Curious : Being hungry to learn and grow always asking the big questions
• Seek Clarity : Embracing complexity to create clarity and inspire action
• Own the Outcome : Being accountable for decisions and taking ownership of our choices
• Center on the Client : Relentlessly adding value for our customers
• Be a Challenger : Never complacent always striving for continuous improvement
• Champion Inclusivity : Fostering trust in relationships engaging with empathy respect and integrity
• Commit to each other : Contributing to making Circana a great place to work for everyone

Location

This position can be located in the following area(s) : Cape Town South Africa

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Employment Type :

Full-Time

Experience :

years

Vacancy :

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