Senior Measurement Science Executive

Nielsen

Senior Measurement Science Executive
Macquarie Park

Ever wondered...
What the 500 million Facebook users are talking about?
What consumers think, subconsciously, about a new product?
How many people tuned into The Block last night and what they thought?

Do you want to work for a company...
That is trusted by industry leaders?
Where your ideas are encouraged and rewarded?
That develops their people and takes them places?

So many questions... Nielsen has the answers.

THE JOB BRIEF

Measurement Science (MSci) is at the core of Nielsen's market research methodologies. Our associates are highly talented and capable professionals. We are client-focused and deliver quality and cutting edge methods to enable Nielsen's clients to gain valuable insights about their products.

The Senior Measurement Science Executive supports the Consumer Panel Services (CPS) product through methodology enhancements and new service roll-outs, and is responsible for leading analyses to resolve specific client concerns. This position serves as liaison between commercial team, product leadership, statistical operations, and measurement science teams with regards to client concerns and questions related to the Australian and New Zealand Consumer Panels.

Main responsibilities include:

Use of statistical methodologies to analyse data and turn numbers into stories our clients can understand and respond to

Manage client queries from initial inquiry to final communication back to commercial

Facilitate cross-team 2-way communication, e.g. passing client requirements from commercial team into Measurement Science and Statistical Operations, and providing Measurement Science workflow update to commercial team.

Compile and deliver documentation such as power point slides for methodology questions and/or frequently asked questions

Provide specific MSci training to new client service team members

Consult with internal and external clients and help provide expert technical consultation to solve complex MSci-related issues

Ensure MSci services are delivered to the highest quality standards

A governing body to ensure accurate methodology & practice within the organisation

Ongoing monitoring of key performance indicators across all services

Possess working knowledge in universe estimation, sampling and projection

Supporting MSci business needs, participating in team projects and staff meetings

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Candidates should have a combination of experience and skills including:

2+ years of market research or analytical experience

Bachelor's degree in statistics, mathematics, business management, economics, behavioural sciences, or a related field

Working knowledge of universe estimation, sampling and projection.

Strong project management and communication skills (both written and verbal)

Strong statistical and logic skills with exceptional aptitude for data analysis

Accuracy and attention to detail

Advanced proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint and Word

Knowledge of SAS preferred

Industry knowledge in Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) preferred

WHAT'S ON OFFER

As a leader in marketing and media information, Nielsen is one of the most trusted sources of business and consumer intelligence for the world's top brands. Our culture is built upon our core values of simple, open, and integrated. We succeed as a company because we invest in our products, our people, and the communities in which we live and work.

By fostering an environment of creativity, open-mindedness, and fresh thinking from diverse perspectives, Nielsen shapes future business leaders through exceptional training, development, and mentoring programs.

What are you waiting for? Think bigger with Nielsen today.

To apply please submit your application via our online careers portal:
https://nielsen.aqayo.com/apply/288a572-13/Senior_Executive_Measurement_Science_

Applications close 5pm Wednesday 3 September 2014