DP - Executive

Department

DPSC

Job Title

DP - Programmer / Survey - Programmer

Grade

B1 (lower grade of Skale 40)

Skale

40

Owner

HR

Role Description

The role incumbent, as an individual contributor in a Project Team assigned to a specific geography, is focused on delivery in Data Processing or Scripting. He/she/they is/are responsible for programming the various utilities/scripts using platforms/tools of Kantar, to collect, analyze, and visualize data. He/she/ they execute, support and document all assigned projects

Roles & Responsibilities

• Understand the Client domain, the product (Kantar viz. cross-media, Brand, Creative etc.), the project and the job-specs
• Understand end-to-end project life cycle
• Execute programming tasks/projects using standard Kantar software/technology platforms as per agreed parameters
• Responsible for execution and delivery ensuring required levels of accuracy and as per agreed timelines
• Update line manager/ project manager, at agreed frequency, especially with risk to scope, time or cost.
• Deliver to defined performance metrics and competencies
• Comply with defined processes, checklists, and guidelines as per ISO manual
• Interact with Stakeholders across functions within the cluster / country team
• Adhere to defined work practices viz. Time Sheets, work status, responsiveness to queries, escalation to line manager / PM
• Successful completion & certification on internal skill level trainings SUP Intermediate Topics within specified timelines
• Any other task as provided by the Manager or the organization at any time.

Technical skills and Knowledge

• Proficiency in programming principles/concepts is essential
• Proficiency - by the end of the Entry Level Training - in Quantum/SPSS/Unicom (Dimension)/Nfield platforms is essential
• Proficiency in MS Office suite is essential
• Exposure to SPSS or other statistical software is an advantage
• Awareness of SQL and relational databases, Python, R, Power BI is an advantage
• Understanding of MR Industry and different phases of an MR project
• Should be able to handle Level 2 jobs independently post completion of training period, with minimal guidance
• Good understanding of concepts like Weighting/ N2D

Kantar Success Factors - Key Competencies (Behaviors and Attitude)

Leads with Impact

Ability to apply learnings on the job

Eye for detail and excellence

Focus on metrics and Critical to Quality factors

Owns Commercial Success

Time Management and Prioritization

Connects to Win

Good written, verbal communication skill

Good listening skills

Intercultural sensitivity, inclusivity, and ability to work with colleagues from diverse backgrounds

Builds Great Teams

Be a strong team player and demonstrate collaboration skills

Willingness to learn and work on feedback provided.

Adaptability - ability to respond to positively and quickly to change in environment or requirements