Consultant

As an Analytics Consultant at NIQ, your primary responsibilities include managing Price and Promo projects, analyzing market data to provide insightful recommendations, and delivering actionable reports to clients. You will work closely with FMCG companies to optimize their pricing and promotional activities, playing a key role in influencing their strategic decisions.

To become an Analytics Consultant at NIQ, you should have 2-3 years of experience in a similar role within the FMCG sector, along with a strong analytical mindset. Proficiency in tools like Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, as well as familiarity with data visualization software such as PowerBI, is also beneficial. A relevant university degree or equivalent experience is preferred.

NIQ is committed to employee development and offers resources like LinkedIn Learning and flexible working arrangements. As an Analytics Consultant, you will have access to training programs that enhance your analytical and business relationship skills, enabling you to grow within the company.

At NIQ, the work culture is dynamic and supportive, emphasizing teamwork and collaboration. As an Analytics Consultant, you can expect a flexible working environment that values diversity and inclusion, fostering a sense of belonging and engagement among all employees.

Analytics Consultants at NIQ work with some of the largest FMCG companies globally. This role involves collaborating with executive teams to develop and enhance pricing and promotion strategies, impacting the strategic decisions of leading businesses in the market.

When answering this question, highlight specific instances where you've been involved in analyzing pricing strategies. Discuss the methodologies you used, any tools or software you employed, and the outcome of your analysis. Emphasize how your findings contributed to decision-making.

To effectively handle tight deadlines, explain your strategies for prioritization and time management. Offer examples of past experiences where you successfully managed multiple tasks. Mention how clear communication with your team and clients is key to navigating high-pressure situations.

Be specific about the tools you are experienced with, particularly highlighting Microsoft Excel and PowerBI if applicable. Discuss how you’ve used these tools to extract insights and create visualizations, and touch on any other relevant software you've worked with.

Share your approach to translating complex data into easily understandable reports and presentations. You might mention using storytelling techniques or data visualization to make your insights more accessible to non-technical stakeholders.

Respond by discussing your alignment with NIQ’s mission, values, and commitment to diversity. Emphasize how their focus on consumer intelligence and data-driven insights appeals to you and how you can contribute to their ongoing projects.

Share a specific example where your insights led to a measurable change in a client’s strategy. Outline your approach, the data you utilized, and how your recommendations were received.

Discuss your methods for building rapport and establishing trust with clients. You could mention regular updates, proactive listening, and adapting your communication style to suit the audience's preferences.

Explain your approach to understanding client needs, perhaps through initial consultations or follow-up surveys, and how this informs your project prioritization. Highlight your problem-solving skills and adaptability.

Provide a narrative that outlines the analytical challenge, your thought process, the steps you took to resolve it, and the end result. This showcases your problem-solving abilities and analytical skillset.

Discuss your methods for staying informed about industry developments, such as following relevant publications, attending webinars, or participating in professional networks. Show your enthusiasm for continuous learning in the ever-evolving field of analytics.