• Kantar
  • South Africa, KwaZulu-Natal
Role Description:


As a Data Production executive, you will be responsible for programming, data editing,tabulation, quality assurance and project communication
Perform data validation to assess data quality at all stages of the data processing by applying relevant statistical tools
Check for outliers in the data before releasing monthly deliverables
Coordinate with product dictionary, data quality and PM teams for any clarification in the data and resolve any issues
Prepare data for newly recruited member and upload to GPM
Designing of macros / automation tools for process and efficiency improvements
Opportunity to deepen the analytical and technical skills by exploring data management tools such as SQL/ Python/ PowerBI in day-to-day work
Passionate about automation, and familiar with identifying and delivering on quality, reported through critical metrics and dashboards
Monitor data quality and provide regular feedback reports to all stake holders / teams.
Update the demographic database yearly based on the demographic survey
GPM – Super user
Regular maintenance of recruitment scripts


Role requirements:


University degree/diploma in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Science or Statistics
Relevant work experience in a handling large databases and advanced knowledge on data management routines
Relevant experience in the market research industry in the domain of Data management, Data analysis, Data processing, Tabulation, experience in working with complex data sets in online/Offline environment is preferred
Experience in handling large and multiple data formats and conversant with procedures related to data management and data editing by applying a wide range of techniques using software such as MSSQL, Python, SPSS, Quantum etc.
Strong programming knowledge in Java, .net VB JSP, PHP, JSON etc.
Experience in working with various methodologies of data collection tools including online & mobile apps
Strong statistical knowledge and experience in statistical tabulation, weighting methods and projection techniques
Ability to deal with problems that are varied and require analysis or interpretation of the situation, by using knowledge and skills, and general precedents and practices
Excellent written, oral and electronic communication skills, particularly in the ability to explain technical points to non-technical people
Experience in dashboard tools will be advantageous (example PowerBI)
Experience in scripting and launch of surveys (online and offline) in platforms like LUMI / nField / Dimensions / ConfirmIT will be an added advantage
Demonstrates a willingness to learn new ways of doing things and an enthusiastic work ethic
Ability to engage with stakeholders to challenge and capture requirements and deliver projects effectively
Can work with cross functional teams to identify root causes and involve key contributors for issue resolution
  • Durban