Data Scientist at Nielsen

Shanghai, Shanghai, China

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Consumer Packaged Goods, Fast-Moving Consumer Goods, Retail, Market ResearchIndustries

Requirements

Ability to work at the intersection between Client Team and Data Science Team, actively engaging with both stakeholders
Experience or capability in markets of Greater China and possibly Asia Pacific Region (sub-regional/local focus)
Strong communication skills to serve as key contact point between data science and commercial teams
Proficiency in analyzing large amounts of data to derive insights on trends and opportunities
Ability to explain studies, data, and methodologies to clients in a simple, effective way
Skills in responding to client questions on data irregularities and statistical tools
Capability to create clear insights and examples via visualizations or raw data analysis to explain data behavior
Experience engaging and aligning multiple stakeholders on data requirements and study design
Willingness to test new methods, software, and workflows for productivity improvements

Responsibilities

Act as key contact point between data science and commercial teams, helping commercial teams understand retail products and methodologies
Support clients’ business needs while driving internal product enhancements
Analyze large datasets from NielsenIQ’s research to identify trends and opportunities for further study
Work with clients to explain specific aspects of studies and make data intelligible through simple methodologies
Respond to client questions on data irregularities and explain NielsenIQ’s statistical methodologies
Create insights and examples (via visualizations or raw data analysis) to answer why data behaves a certain way
Engage and align stakeholders on data requirements and new study designs
Test new methods, software, and workflows to improve productivity
Work closely with key account clients to satisfy data requirements and ensure satisfaction with retail analysis methodology
Conduct studies within NielsenIQ departments to update, improve, and create new data requirements for clients
Understand client requirements and translate them into intelligent insights using NielsenIQ’s data
Contribute to creating best practices for the country/cluster/region and share with other data departments
Improve products through active inputs and engagement with the Data Science team

Skills

Data Science

Data Analysis

Retail Analytics

Market Research

Stakeholder Management

Trend Analysis

Large Datasets

Nielsen

Global measurement and data analytics provider

About Nielsen

Nielsen provides measurement and data analytics services to help businesses understand consumers and markets globally. The company operates through two main divisions: Nielsen Global Media, which offers reliable metrics for the media and advertising industries, and Nielsen Global Connect, which supplies consumer packaged goods manufacturers and retailers with actionable insights about the marketplace. Nielsen combines its proprietary data with other sources to give clients a comprehensive view of current trends and future opportunities. With a presence in over 100 countries, Nielsen aims to support companies in making informed decisions to drive innovation and growth.

Town of Clarkstown, New YorkHeadquarters

1963Year Founded

$45.1MTotal Funding

ACQUISITIONCompany Stage

Data & Analytics, ConsultingIndustries

10,001+Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Risks

Competition from digital-native analytics firms threatens Nielsen's market share.

Privacy regulations may impact Nielsen's data collection capabilities.

Private equity acquisition could lead to strategic shifts misaligned with client needs.

Differentiation

Nielsen offers comprehensive cross-platform measurement solutions, including mobile media markets.

The Diverse Media Equity program elevates diverse-owned media companies' visibility.

Nielsen Impact Score evaluates marketing value of university athletic programs.

Upsides

Acquisition of Telephia enhances Nielsen's mobile media measurement capabilities.

Partnerships with P&G and NMSDC support diverse media representation.

Collaboration with TikTok improves digital audience measurement services.

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