Sr Analyst

Job description

Date: Sep 19, 2018

Location: Coral Springs, FL, US

Company: Nielsen

Sr Analyst - 26004

Operations - USA Coral Springs, Florida

Nielsen Scarborough, the nation's premier source for local consumer insights, is looking for a skilled individual to join as a Sr. Analyst who will support Nielsen Scarborough’s Data Production team and report to the Manager, Data Production. This position involves production support and the ideal candidate will thrive on working in a fast-paced production environment, teaming with other production professionals. It requires strong numerical and logistical skills, advanced knowledge of Excel (especially Macros), and strong analytical skills.

Key Responsibilities:

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Responsible for the quality of Nielsen Scarborough’s data

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Performs strict quality control procedures related to the development of databases ensuring accuracy both numerically and visually

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Read/write/update pseudo-code and understand and write simple Boolean statements as well as SQL select queries

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Perform logistical summations on survey questions and their responses in relation to similar questions to determine proper alignment of data

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Update tables with logistical statements to connect data

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Troubleshoot all potential issues/problems encountered during the production cycle

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Ensure that production deadlines are met, working closely within a team and other departments

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Responsible for creation and support of final product for client delivery

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Team with other Scarborough personnel in Coral Springs, FL; Dallas, TX; and New York, NY on new development projects and assisting on existing projects as necessary

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Create internal documentation for new processes and maintain documentation on existing processes

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Work with Software Testing team to conduct system tests as needed, keeping records of all tests performed including dates, description of test(s), and sample data sets used in testing

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Team with other Data Production professionals to manage the data production system of database tables, programs, and queries

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Participate in new software and hardware planning/implementation

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Coordinate with the Media Analytics and App/Dev on various custom related projects

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Other duties as assigned by manager

Skills and Experience:

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Bachelor’s Degree and/or 5+ years related experience

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Strong knowledge of SQL select queries, Boolean logic, Microsoft Excel, and working with macros

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Excellent computer skills with working knowledge of Google apps

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Some basic programming knowledge helpful.(This is NOT a programming position.)

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Knowledge of FoxPro a plus

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Detail oriented with strong numerical and logistic abilities

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Superior organizational, written and oral communication skills

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Ability to prioritize workload from multiple departments

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Ability to interact well within a team and to work independently

We believe a company is only as good as its people. Our goal is to create a diverse workplace where each team member is valued and respected. We offer a comprehensive employment package, including competitive compensation, excellent healthcare options, and 401K matching.

About Nielsen:

Nielsen N.V. (NYSE: NLSN) is a global performance management company that provides a comprehensive understanding of what consumers Watch and Buy. Nielsen’s Watch segment provides media and advertising clients with Total Audience measurement services across all devices where content — video, audio, and text — is consumed. The Buy segment offers consumer packaged goods manufacturers and retailers the industry’s only global view of retail performance measurement.

By integrating information from its Watch and Buy segments and other data sources, Nielsen provides its clients with both world-class measurement as well as analytics that help improve performance. Nielsen, an S&P 500 company, has operations in over 100 countries that cover more than 90 percent of the world’s population. For more information, visit www.nielsen.com

Nielsen is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action-Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, marital status, protected veteran status or any other protected class.