Role Purpose

We are looking for a Junior Insight Analyst to join our Insights team based in Lisbon, supporting the Spanish business. This role is ideal for a candidate with strong analytical skills, a passion for turning data into actionable recommendations, and a good understanding of the Spanish FMCG market.

The successful candidate will work closely with commercial, category, and client teams to analyze market performance, consumer trends, and business opportunities using NielsenIQ data and other syndicated sources.

Key Responsibilities

Market & Business Analysis

• Analyze FMCG market performance, category trends, and competitive dynamics in Spain.
• Identify opportunities and risks through regular review of market, customer, and consumer data.
• Support the development of actionable recommendations for internal and external stakeholders.

NielsenIQ Data Management

• Work extensively with NielsenIQ RMS (Retail Measurement Services) data.
• Utilize NielsenIQ CPS (Consumer Panel Services) data to understand shopper and household behavior.
• Perform ad-hoc analyses and answer business questions using syndicated datasets.

Reporting & Insights

• Prepare recurring reports, scorecards, and dashboards.
• Translate data into clear, concise, and commercially relevant insights.
• Support the preparation of client presentations and business reviews.

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Collaborate with Sales, Client Service, and Category teams.
• Present findings in a simple and compelling manner.
• Build knowledge of customer strategies and Spanish retail dynamics.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Marketing, Statistics, Data Analytics, Mathematics, or a related field.

Experience

• 1-3 years of experience in Insights, Market Research, Category Management, Business Analytics, or similar roles.
• Previous exposure to NielsenIQ, Kantar, Circana/IRI, or other FMCG datasets is highly desirable.

Technical Skills

• Good knowledge of NielsenIQ RMS and CPS databases.
• Strong Excel skills.
• Experience with Power BI, Tableau, or similar visualization tools is a plus.
• Comfortable working with large datasets and conducting quantitative analyses.

Knowledge & Capabilities

Essential

• Understanding of the Spanish FMCG and Retail market.
• Ability to identify trends and generate actionable recommendations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Good communication and storytelling skills.

Preferred

• Native Spanish speaker.
• Experience working with Spanish retailers and categories.
• Knowledge of Power BI and basic SQL.

Competencies

• Analytical mindset

• Proactive attitude

• Teamwork and collaboration

• Ability to work independently in a multi-country environment

Ideal Candidate Profile

A junior analyst with initial experience working with NielsenIQ RMS and CPS data, who understands the dynamics of the Spanish FMCG market, enjoys working with data, and can translate numbers into meaningful business recommendations. The candidate should be comfortable working from Lisbon while partnering closely with stakeholders across Spain, and preferably be a native Spanish speaker to ensure strong market understanding and effective communication.

What We Offer  

• 24000 - 27000 euros annually 
•  Placement within the range will depend on objective criteria including experience, skills, and internal equity considerations. We are committed to equal pay and pay transparency. Remuneration decisions are made using gender-neutral and objective criteria.

• A dynamic work environment with opportunities to engage with local and global companies 

• Flexible working hours and hybrid work options 

• Comprehensive onboarding and internal training programs 

• Access to learning platforms 

• Staff and team events  

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Our Benefits

• Flexible working environment
• Volunteer time off
• LinkedIn Learning
• Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)

NIQ may utilize artificial intelligence (AI) tools at various stages of the recruitment process, including résumé screening, candidate assessments, interview scheduling, job matching, communication support, and certain administrative tasks that help streamline workflows. These tools are intended to improve efficiency and support fair and consistent evaluation based on job-related criteria. All use of AI is governed by NIQ’s principles of fairness, transparency, human oversight, and inclusion. Final hiring decisions are made exclusively by humans. NIQ regularly reviews its AI tools to help mitigate bias and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. If you have questions, require accommodations, or wish to request human review were permitted by law, please contact your local HR representative. For more information, please visit NIQ’s AI Safety Policies and Guiding Principles: https://nielseniq.com/global/en/info/niqs-ai-safety-policies/

About NIQ

NIQ is the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights—delivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platforms—NIQ delivers the Full View™. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world’s population.

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Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At NIQ, we are steadfast in our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace that mirrors the rich diversity of the communities and markets we serve. We believe that embracing a wide range of perspectives drives innovation and excellence.  All employment decisions at NIQ are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We invite individuals who share our dedication to inclusivity and equity to join us in making a meaningful impact. To learn more about our ongoing efforts in diversity and inclusion, please visit the https://nielseniq.com/global/en/news-center/diversity-inclusion