<p><strong>Purpose of the Role</strong></p>

<p><!--[if !supportLists]-->&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <!--[endif]-->The Reporting Specialist is responsible for tasks related to GfK reporting production, dispatch and Quality Control</p>

<p><!--[if !supportLists]-->&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <!--[endif]-->This role is responsible for the final Quality Control of the published data and reports before they are released to external clients</p>

<p><!--[if !supportLists]-->&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <!--[endif]-->The role provides the primary support for assigned panel groups&#39; reporting needs as well as providing in depth knowledge across all GfK data delivery tools&nbsp;</p>

<p><!--[if !supportLists]-->&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <!--[endif]-->This role provides one or more stages of production data from a set of categories, from coding to delivery to the customer. This involves managing multiple work streams to develop, maintain and manage new report products as well as ensure the most up to date versions are well distributed and used</p>

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<p><strong>Key Activities</strong></p>

<p><!--[if !supportLists]-->&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <!--[endif]-->Working with existing GfK tools and reporting products to efficiently produce and dispatch high quality reports to our external clients</p>

<p><!--[if !supportLists]-->&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <!--[endif]-->Responsible for the monthly data production via QC Project and Price Checks</p>

<p><!--[if !supportLists]-->&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <!--[endif]-->Quality Control of all reports before dispatch</p>

<p><!--[if !supportLists]-->&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <!--[endif]-->Creating, updating &amp; maintaining all elements of GfK report deliverables (including local&nbsp; supporting applications and corresponding file/folder organisation)&nbsp; to ensure the minimal amount of manual work.</p>

<p><!--[if !supportLists]-->&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <!--[endif]-->Deliver new reports to agreed timeframes that fit within the delivery team processes</p>

<p><!--[if !supportLists]-->&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <!--[endif]-->Effectively manage issues, helpdesk tickets and international requests</p>

<p><!--[if !supportLists]-->&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <!--[endif]-->Manage, monitor and communicate status throughout production schedules to key stakeholders</p>

<p><!--[if !supportLists]-->&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <!--[endif]-->Provide advice and support on reporting to delivery teams</p>

<p><!--[if !supportLists]-->&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <!--[endif]-->Full understanding of drivers in the market and ability to create stories using data</p>

<p><!--[if !supportLists]-->&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <!--[endif]-->Promote and adhere to international reporting best practice</p>

<p><!--[if !supportLists]-->&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <!--[endif]-->Build market and product knowledge</p>

<p><!--[if !supportLists]-->&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <!--[endif]-->Maintain retailer confidentiality at all times</p>

<p><!--[if !supportLists]-->&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <!--[endif]-->Be prepared to work with delivery team at peak workload times to ensure dispatch schedules are achieved</p>

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<p>Main Responsibilities</p>

<p>QUALITY CONTROL:</p>

<p><!--[if !supportLists]-->&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <!--[endif]-->Check the consistency of data in volume and value retailers and brands</p>

<p><!--[if !supportLists]-->&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <!--[endif]-->Validation of QC after commercial and publication of data (release and publish)</p>

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<p>PROCESSING:</p>

<p><!--[if !supportLists]-->&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <!--[endif]-->Manage DWH schemes and reporting universe GFK / clients (Bases, access aggregated basis, migration ...)</p>

<p><!--[if !supportLists]-->&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <!--[endif]-->Load and extrapolate the data by following the different production schedules</p>

<p><!--[if !supportLists]-->&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <!--[endif]-->Create and update the reports in accordance with specifications provided by the client</p>

<p><!--[if !supportLists]-->&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <!--[endif]-->To ensure that data delivery to clients in accordance with the contractual deadlines</p>

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<p>Technical skills required</p>

<p>&bull; A university degree in Mathematics, IT, Data Management or otherwise related subject would be advantageous</p>

<p>&bull; Attention to detail with high quality standards at all times</p>

<p>&bull; Thorough knowledge of methods, procedures and manufacturing tool, reporting and data delivery</p>

<p>&bull; Ability to understand and analyse data</p>

<p>&bull; Strong knowledge of Excel &amp; Visual Basic macros</p>

<p>&bull; Sense of Privacy</p>

<p>&bull; Proficiency in MS Office</p>

<p>&bull; A logical thinker, able to dissect, analyse &amp; resolve client queries</p>
