Project Manager

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.Job DescriptionTakes OwnershipHolds team & stakeholders accountableChallenges conventional thoughtIs committed to project successDrives organizational changeStrong Business acumen and ability to gauge the implications on Business before any project decisionsCommunicates EffectivelyExcellent communication / Interpersonal skills with ability to communicate complex topics in simple language to broader audiencesClear project report out and single point of contact for overall project statusInfluences all levels, including senior leadersAccurate status and health reportingActive listening skillsUnderstands audience & makes compelling pitchPrepares Status Reports to ensure the project’s overall direction and integrityEnergizes OthersThe ability to command respect and to create a sense of community amongst the members of the project teamsEffectively engages business partners & SMEsEngages and inspires project teamNavigates through individual and cultural differencesLeverage the Project Management gold standards across project teamsExecutesDevelops, manages & executes as per PM governance framework in accordance with the best standards (methods, templates, procedures, metrics, etc.)Work with Leadership & Project teams to develop detailed Project plansMakes recommendations & drives decisionsApplies Sound business knowledgeEnsures quality, on time delivery & cost managementEnsure maximum efficiency in the allocation of resources and skillsManages ScopeResponsible for the accurate and timely production of: Statement of Work, Project Plan, Risk Management Plan, success criteria and aligned with steering/stakeholdersWorks at detail level w/o losing "big picture “Applies consistent change control processStrong Change Leader with ability to drive stakeholders through the change making a compelling caseMitigates Risks & Resolves IssuesActively Identifies, assigns and tracks issues & risks, ensuring mitigation and mitigation ownership is in placeInitiating activities and management interventions when gaps in the Project are identified or issues ariseDemonstrates resilience and optimismQualificationsAt least 6+ of experience in Project Management (E)Fluency in English (E)Knowledge of both theoretical and practical aspects of project management (E)Knowledge of project management techniques and tools. (Ex : Smartsheet) (E)PMI / PMP Certification (E)Experience on operational leadership role (P)Knowledge of Nielsen business and/or products (P)Work experience in multi-cultural environments & multi country responsibilities (P) Additional InformationOur BenefitsFlexible working environmentVolunteer time offLinkedIn LearningEmployee-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. 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