
Job Purpose: Lead, manage the planning & execution of major Projects, which includes but not limited to: Growth Initiatives. T&D & FMCG (Product Enhancement Projects). Strategic Initiatives as needed This Project manager will drive Project execution excellence -- on-time, on-quality delivery. Job Responsibilities: Work with Leadership & Project teams to develop detailed Project plans. This includes: Schedule planning – Define Project tasks and build detailed schedule. Resource planning – Build plan for incremental FTE and contractors. Bring cross functional project team together, organize the activities for smoother execution . Constantly monitor progress against plan (schedule, resources) using appropriate tools. Evaluate Project status from schedule and quality perspectives, mitigates risks, resolves and /or escalates issue in a timely manner. Shared responsibility with teams in problem solving. Effectively communicate Project progress, risks/problems and solutions to stakeholders. Takes ownership & manages Project changes to achieve Project outputs. Effectively applies Project management methodology, improves project execution standards. Ensures project documents are complete, current, and stored appropriately Key Competencies: Leadership skills Clear thinking and problem solving skills Strong planning and organizing skills Good communication skills Good Influencing skills & Conflict management skills Adaptability, Maturity in during challenging times & Stress tolerance Other Requirements E=essential, P=preferred Proven experience in project/Project management (E) Fluency in English (E) 5+ years of work experience (E) knowledge of both theoretical and practical aspects of project management (E) Knowledge of project management techniques and tools. (Ex : Smartsheet) (E) Experience on operational leadership role (P) Knowledge of NielsenIQ business and/or products (P) Qualification in project management (Ex: PMP) (E) Work experience in multi-cultural environments & multi country responsibilities (P) Currently working/based in Market (P) APPENDIX Type of Project lead by Project managers. ● DEPLOYMENT OF GLOBAL PROGRAMS ○ CIP / IF Rollout (Convergence Initiative - Local PM / TC) ○ CIP New Solution activation ○ People Convergence programs ○ Commercial Census ○ Strategic NSO initiative ○ TTR (if linked to Quality then Oversee, In Case Revenue the PMO will lead) ○ Scan Track deployment ○ NSO deployment / transition ○ Deployment of Big changes and New Solutions ○ GTC Client Projects ○ GTX/Connect Express Client projects - new and transitions ● REGIONAL/MARKET SPECIFIC PROGRAMS ○ Universe Enhancement BAU coupled with linked improvements. ○ Market / Product Wellness Programs ○ Quality Improvement Projects - Recurring themes ○ Cycle Time improvement - On Client / retailer opportunity & need basis. ○ Deployment on big Automation / efficiency related initiatives to support Productivity Plans ○ Strategic Retailer Onboarding ○ Simplification & standardization Projects ○ Strategic Process Engineering Initiatives ■ RD, Output, SO , IV & CE ○ Strategic OAC big Initiatives and GTX transitions
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
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