
DATA TRANSFORMATION SPECIALIST
- Norwich
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Bespoke Integration Delivery: Participate in the delivery of bespoke integrations, whether client-specific or GDSN (Global Data Synchronization Network). Support data mapping, testing, and deployment activities to ensure accurate and efficient data integration. Work with detailed data specifications and customer requirements.
- Project Management: Meet project milestones and adhere to client specifications for both inbound and outbound projects. Collaborate with project managers to ensure timely and successful project delivery.
- Knowledge Maintenance: Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Nielsen Brandbank and local GDSN data models and capture rules. Continuously update skills and knowledge to stay current with industry standards and best practices. Understand complex data mapping and transformation procedures.
- Collaboration with Consultants and Developers: Work closely with consultants and developers to create patches and changes that support bespoke data outputs. Ensure that all changes are thoroughly tested and meet quality standards before deployment.
- Data Transformation Logic: Build out data transformation logic to ensure data is accurately transformed and integrated. Identify test scenarios and create test data to validate the transformation processes. Experience in the field of complex data transformation/mapping exercises.
- Data Quality Assurance: Ensure data quality is maintained throughout the transformation process to the NBB Product Library, GDSN Connector, and retailer sites. Implement quality control measures to detect and correct data issues.
- Supplier/Retailer Consultancy: Provide consultancy services to suppliers and retailers to maintain the relevance and quality of data coverage. Advise on best practices for data integration and transformation to meet bespoke and standard integration requirements.
- Stakeholder Communication: Maintain regular and effective communication with key stakeholders, including project managers, clients, and internal teams. Provide updates on project progress, address any issues, and ensure alignment with project goals.
- Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Management, or a related field.
- Relevant knowledge in GS1 standards, data integration platforms, or project management are advantageous.
- Technical Skills:
- Proven experience in complex data transformation and mapping.
- Proficiency in managing and configuring standard and custom data feeds, including Excel extracts.
- Familiarity with GS1 and GDSN (Global Data Synchronization Network) standards.
- Experience building data transformation logic and conducting testing to ensure accuracy.
- Understanding of data formats such as XML, JSON, CSV, and Excel.
- Strong data quality assurance capabilities, including implementation of quality control measures.
- Professional Skills:
- Demonstrated ability to meet project milestones and support project delivery.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills in English and local language.
- Experience working collaboratively with cross-functional teams including consultants and developers.
- Ability to provide consultancy to suppliers and retailers on data integration and transformation best practices.
- Other Requirements:
- Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail.
- Flexible working environment
- Volunteer time off
- LinkedIn Learning
- Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)