Technical Analyst - Analysis Unit

• *Technical Analyst \- Analysis Unit**

• *Let’s 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 7,000 of the world’s 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 www.circana.com.

• *What will you be doing?**

The Analysis Units is part of the greater Onboarding and Change Management team within Global Data Factory. This team handles the onboarding of new data feed partners and working through changes to feeds with existing partners. The Analysis Unit is the link between Partner Engagement that manages the technical relationship with partners and Mapping \& Automation who set up the process for ingesting the data. The Technical Analyst will be responsible for analyzing the partner’s raw data using Circana’s proprietary systems and articulate the technical requirements internally as well as externally to the client. This role requires strong communications skills to interact directly with partners to provide feedback, ask questions, and request signoffs on volumes. The candidate must have the ability to work in a global and heterogeneous team. This position encourages forward thinking to improving onboarding procedures and is further encouraged to provide input to future improvement opportunities. This role requires close coordination with the rest of the Onboarding and Change Management team, the global Production teams (General Merchandise and Consumer Packaged Goods), and other groups with the Global Data Factory.

• *Overall Responsibilities**

• Ensure Circana compliancy requirements and timely deadlines are met for onboarding data feed partners
• Pre\-validate the data and provide feedback to data feed partners for signoff
• Monitor data receipt and loading (6 week cycle) for all new or re\-onboarded data feed partners/retailers
• Ensure tickets and statuses are up to date for the visibility of all cross\-functional teams
• Translate data results into meaningful summaries to support business decisions
• Ensure proper communication and hand\-off procedures with Partner Engagement and Mapping \& Automation teams
• Ad\-hoc analysis support for existing retailers

• *Qualification\\Skills**

• Technical and\\or Analytical qualification
• Experience working with or Comprehensive understanding of Point\-of\-Sale data preferably General Merchandise and/or Consumer Packaged Goods
• 2\+ years of experience with data analysis
• Excellent analytical , technical and verbal communication skills
• Translate data into actionable insights
• Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to clearly and concisely explain data issues and findings to non‑technical stakeholders via email
• Client facing experience
• Detail oriented and a good problem solver
• Experience with SQL Server ( writing queries )
• ETL (Extract, Transform, and Load) experience
• Unix/Linux preferable
• Strong Microsoft Office skills (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint)
• Ability to work on multiple priorities and/or projects simultaneously in a highly collaborative environment with minimal supervision
• Embraces teamwork and possesses ability to effectively work cross functionally

• *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): India/Hybrid

• Prospective candidates may be asked to consent to background checks (in accordance with local legislation and our* *candidate privacy notice* *) Your current employer will not be contacted without your permission.*