Data Production Manager - Consumer Panels

We’re the world’s leading data, insights, and consulting company; we shape the brands of tomorrow by better understanding people everywhere.

Worldpanel provides brands and retailers with a unique, 360-degree understanding of consumer behaviour across the globe. We are shopper-centric, continuously monitoring the purchase and usage behaviour through the largest omnipanel in the world. With unparalleled datasets, pioneering technology and expert analysts, we partner with brands and retailers of all sizes, empowering them to reimagine what’s possible, and change the landscape to create a better, healthier, more sustainable and inclusive world.

Job Details

Role location: Cairo, Egypt (Hybrid)

Interviews to take place week commencing Sunday 2 March 2025

Start Date: Monday 14 April 2025

Worldpanel provides brands and retailers with a unique, 360-degree understanding of consumer behaviour across the globe. We are shopper-centric, continuously monitoring the purchase and usage behaviour through the largest omnipanel in the world. With unparalleled datasets, pioneering technology and expert analysts, we partner with brands and retailers of all sizes, empowering them to reimagine what’s possible, and change the landscape to create a better, healthier, more sustainable and inclusive world.
 

We’re currently looking for a Senior Manager to oversee our Data Production Team.

Our Data Production Team is a team that assembles our databases. Our Data Production Analysts are experts in building, validating, and analyzing tendencies while taking in account all the customers’ needs. They also collaborate with local markets across Middle East and Africa.

You will lead and inspire a high-performing team to deliver exceptional data solutions. You will be responsible for complex data projects, drive critical initiatives, and build strong relationships with key partners (Both internal and external).

What's in it for you?

• Employee Assistance Programme
• Performance related bonus scheme (personal & company weighting)
• Hybrid working days (3 days a week in the office, following completion of on-site training period)
• Support with commuting packages (Careem + Parking Reimbursement)
• Life insurance (for all the permanent employees)
• Access to discounts on selected global services or products
• Access to the global Leadership & Development offer (LinkedIn learning, internal learning Academies, People Development programs)

Key Outcomes

• Strategic Leadership: Lead and inspire the data production team, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
• Data Quality and Accuracy: Ensure the highest standards of data quality through thorough processes and controls.
• Complex Data Analysis: Conduct in-depth analysis of complex datasets to uncover valuable insights and inform strategic decisions.
• Advanced Reporting: Develop and deliver sophisticated reports and dashboards to meet the evolving needs of partners.
• Process Improvement and Innovation: Identify and implement process improvements to streamline workflows and increase efficiency and drive major innovations and process reengineering.
• Stakeholder Management: Build strong relationships with key team members, lead complex communications, negotiations and outcomes.
• Team Development: Mentor and develop team members to enhance their skills and capabilities.

• Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in MS Excel, SQL, Python , R, PowerBI and PowerPivot
• Consistent Knowledge in ETL Processes
• English professional proficiency
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Mathematics/Statistical educational background is a plus
• Ability to think strategically and develop long-term plans.
• Strong leadership skills to inspire and motivate teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively communicate with diverse audiences.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with key partners.
• Change Management: Ability to lead and manage organizational change.

• Extensive experience in data management, analysis, and reporting.
• Proven leadership experience in leading teams.
• Strong understanding of the data industry and emerging trends.
• Experience in client relationship management and business development.

• Visionary: A forward-thinking leader who can inspire and empower others.
• Results-Oriented: A focus on achieving goals and delivering results.
• Adaptable: Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and embrace new challenges.
• Resilient: The ability to overcome obstacles and maintain a positive attitude.
• Collaborative: A team player who can work effectively with colleagues from a diverse group of backgrounds.

Kantar is committed to offering equal opportunities to all individuals including during the recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments or assistance, please advise us in advance of your interview so that we can make the necessary arrangements.

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Why join Kantar?

We shape the brands of tomorrow by better understanding people everywhere. By understanding people, we can understand what drives their decisions, actions, and aspirations on a global scale. And by amplifying our in-depth expertise of human understanding alongside ground-breaking technology, we can help brands find concrete insights that will help them succeed in our fast-paced, ever shifting world.

And because we know people, we like to make sure our own people are being looked after as well. Equality of opportunity for everyone is our highest priority and we support our colleagues to work in a way that supports their health and wellbeing. While we encourage teams to spend part of their working week in the office, we understand no one size fits all; our approach is flexible to ensure everybody feels included, accepted, and that we can win together. We’re dedicated to creating an inclusive culture and value the diversity of our people, clients, suppliers and communities, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds and sections of society. Even if you feel like you’re not an exact match, we’d love to receive your application and talk to you about this job or others at Kantar.