Business Intelligence Analyst (VBA Programmer)

Business Intelligence Analyst (VBA Programmer)

Let’s be unstoppable together!

Circana (formerly IRI and NPD) is the leading advisor on the complexity of consumer behavior. Through unparalleled technology, advanced analytics, cross-industry data, and deep expertise, we provide clarity that helps almost 7,000 of the world’s leading brands and retailers take action and unlock business growth. We understand more about the complete consumer, the complete store, and the complete wallet so our clients can go beyond the data to apply insights, ignite innovation, meet consumer demand, and outpace the competition.

At Circana, we are fueled by our passion for continuous learning and growth, we seek and share feedback freely, and we celebrate victories both big and small in an environment that is flexible and accommodating to our work and personal lives. We have a global commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion as we believe in the undeniable strength that diversity brings to our business, employees, clients, and communities (with us you can always bring your full self to work). Join our inclusive, committed team to be a challenger, own outcomes, and stay curious together. Learn more at www.circana.com.

What will you be doing?

The Business Intelligence Analyst adds value to the clients by analyzing market data and sharing insights into their key business issues that lead to maximization of growth opportunities. The successful candidate shall be highly motivated and results-driven with a passion for the reporting space. The candidate must be able to work independently, as well as actively participate with a collaborative team and be involved in the implementation of both solutions and technological approaches, architectures and applications used to facilitate the provision and delivery of insights that ignite growth. The role is an international role in our Centre of Reporting Excellence (CoRE) located in Athens.

Job Responsibilities

· Collect requirements from internal (Product Development, Sales) and external (Customers) clients.

· Develop new features and support existing processes also through the use of proprietary tools.

· Prepare test plans and support the functions involved in the testing activities of the implemented solutions.

· Mobilise your (and the teams) technical skills and knowledge to facilitate improvements and ensuring maximum benefit to the wider team.

· Drive process improvement in everyday work.

Requirements

· University Degree preferably in Computer Science or any other related

· 1-2 years of professional experience in relevant BI programming roles

· Excellent knowledge of VBA and MS SQL Server/ PostgreSQL

· Experience in working with BI tools (IRI Unify, Power BI, Tableau, Cognos, SAP BI) is considered an asset

· Fluent command of English (German, Italian, French, Dutch, Spanish a plus)

· Strong analysis and synthesis experience

· Strong ability in understanding key business indicators and translating them into business strategy

· Advanced communication & interpersonal skills and capability to interact effectively across levels and functions

· Curiosity, Creativity and passion for design to deliver stellar reporting experience (R-X)

Circana Behaviors

As well as the technical skills, experience and attributes that are required for the role, our shared behaviors sit at the core of our organization. Therefore, we always look for people who can continuously champion these behaviors throughout the business within their day-to-day role:

· Stay Curious: Being hungry to learn and grow, always asking the big questions

· Seek Clarity: Embracing complexity to create clarity and inspire action

· Own the Outcome: Being accountable for decisions and taking ownership of our choices

· Center on the Client: Relentlessly adding value for our customers

· Be a Challenger: Never complacent, always striving for continuous improvement

· Champion Inclusivity: Fostering trust in relationships engaging with empathy, respect and integrity

· Commit to each other: Contributing to making Circana a great place to work for everyone

Location

This position can be located in the following area(s): Athens, Greece

An offer of employment may be conditional upon successful completion of a background check in accordance with local legislation and our candidate privacy notice. Your current employer will not be contacted without your permission.

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