Data Production Specialist with German

Job Description

Global Service Center Media Measurement (GSC MM) is an operations department located in Sofia – a global centralized Hub working closely with all NIQ Media local and global teams, including Ops, Tech, Product and Commercial. The department provides a wide range of services, including data and systems quality control, panel helpdesk, data processing and delivery, data analytics, but also data science and automation support.   

We are looking for a detail-oriented, structured and responsible person with good German language to join our Media Operations team in Austria. The main tasks will include daily data production and delivery for our Austrian TV Audience Measurement (TAM) contract while collaborating both with the internal teams and the customers. You will work with internal systems, Excel-based checks, automated processes and data deliveries which are all in German – including some customer communications when necessary. You will be part of 4-member team ensuring high quality, on-time delivery and stable production processes, including rotating weekend duty.  

Key Responsibilities  

• Process TV and streaming data, including importing, preparing, checking and exporting 
• Perform quality, completeness and plausibility checks 
• Run, monitor and follow up on automated processes and scripts 
• Create and review internal control reports for data validation 
• Handle internal and external inquiries and carry out necessary corrections, mainly via email 
• Communicate directly with customers in German via email and phone (not more 10% of working time) 
• Maintain and check broadcast logs, master data and production-relevant information. 
• After successful onboarding: independently cover regular weekend duty (approx. once per month) 

Skills, knowledge and experience required   

• Excellent written and spoken German, ideally C1/C2 level or equivalent 
• Very good knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Outlook 
• Willingness to learn internal systems, automation steps and data production processes 
• Accurate, structured and responsible working style, especially in time-critical production processes 
• Interest in data, systems and recurring processes 
• Good analytical skills and ability to analyze issues objectively and find pragmatic solutions 
• Customer orientation and professional communication in German 
• Willingness to cover regular weekend duty approx. once per month after onboarding 
• Willingness to learn local market requirements, TV/streaming processes and internal tools 
• English skills for internal alignment and international collaboration are an advantage 

We offer:

• Food vouchers € 62
• Additional Medical Insurance, incl Prophylactics, Outpatient care, Inpatient care, еxpenses for medications and medical products
• Life Insurance
• Multisport card (self-funded by the employee) 
• A Hybrid model of working: 3 days of the week you work from home (home office), 2 days from the office.
• Additional paid leave of 3 days in case of no overdue leave days from previous year
• Free access to LinkedIn Learning platform

In addition: 

• Working in an international organization, once you become a specialist in your field, you can count on numerous programs offering development or relocation to other departments or countries. Your development is important to us!
• Stable employment in a dynamic and international environment with an established position on the market.
• Volunteer time off (Global Volunteer Day) 
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – confidential counselling for emotional well-being 
• Office located close to the city center, easily accessible by public transportation 

All documents will be treated in the strictest confidentiality.

Only short-listed candidates will be invited for an interview.

Additional Information

Our Benefits

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

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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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