Manager - Data Science

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. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world’s population. Job Description Join an international team in a flexible working environment, supporting North American Consumer Product development Apply advanced statistical techniques to model consumer behavior, optimize panel projections, and enhance data quality across large-scale datasets Develop prototypes of new solutions/methodologies to address market challenges Become an SME supporting statistical models for consumer panel data products Summarize and present findings and recommendations to stakeholders Support production deployment of proposed enhancements/new solutions Develop and implement best practices, documentation standards, and robust methodologies to ensure consistent and scalable approaches across projects Oversee end-to-end validation and projection performance metrics to drive product quality Provide training and support to other teams that interact with the client output models Qualifications Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Socio-economics or other related field Minimum 5 years of experience in data science, analytics, or consumer insights Proficient in Python and SQL; comfortable working with large-scale databases and high-level programming languages Expertise in consumer behavior, including managed large-scale consumer panels and crowdsourced methodologies like receipt capture Expertise in data analysis, statistical modeling, and problem-solving; experience in data cleaning, outlier validation, sampling, bias reduction, indirect estimation, and data aggregation techniques Familiarity with emerging tools and technologies; enthusiastic about staying ahead of industry trends Strategic vision, a solutions-driven mindset, and attention to detail; a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes Outstanding communication and presentation skills, including the ability to simplify complex methodologies for a broad audience A track record of working effectively with commercial teams and client stakeholders Ability to work independently and as part of a team Additional Information About Our Team We are a global, diverse team passionate about developing innovative, world-class solutions that provide a complete understanding of the consumer journey for our clients. We are looking for motivated and detail-oriented Data Scientists to bring consumer shopping to life and to support our clients using this data, reinventing the way we measure how people shop, both online and in-store. Be part of the exciting journey to transform our Consumer Measurement products. 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: 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 Follow us on: LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter | Facebook Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion 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 #J-18808-Ljbffr