Country
Denmark
Job Family
Operations
Our Mission
YouGov is a global research data, and analytics group. Our mission is to offer unparalleled insight into what the world really thinks and does. With operations in the US, the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, India and Asia Pacific, we have one of the world’s largest research networks.
Job Description
Our YouGov Shopper Intelligence team is expanding rapidly in the Nordics. For this exciting journey, we’re teaming up with Heco et al, who developed an app called Optius to passively collect purchase data to understand buying behaviour. Based on this data, YouGov is creating a nationally representative shopper panel to provide insights on the FMCG and retail industry in Norway, Denmark and Sweden.
Therefore we are looking for a proactive and motivated Product Classification Specialist, who is ready to make this next step a reality together with us. The Product Classification Specialist supports in setting up a database that covers the Norwegian, Danish or Swedish FMCG market and map out the Nordic retail landscape by classifying or coding products in different product groups, taking into account relevant features.
You Will:
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Support database set up that covers the Norwegian, Danish or Swedish FMCG market
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Classify and code/categorise products in different product groups, taking into account relevant features.
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continuously maintain, update and adjust classification of our product database.
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Enhance the database and coding quality to ameliorate recognition and classification of the FMCG data.
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Collaborate closely together with a dedicated and dynamic team for this new initiative, but will be part of a broader team of data management colleagues locally and internationally.
You Have:
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A secondary school or bachelor’s degree, preferably in an administrative, business or marketing related field; a first professional experience is a plus.
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An analytical approach, yet you are fond of looking for creative and innovative solutions.
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A keen eye for detail in data handling and working with large datasheets, both numeric and character.
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Interest or passion for FMCG or retail topics and you have a clear interest in the Norwegian market.
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Comprehensive Excel and clear communication skills
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Native Norwegian, Danish or Swedish language skills
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Good English language skills
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Self-driven with a can-do mentality that not only relies on the team but also yourself to overcome the challenges along the way.
We Offer:
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An adventure full of known and unforeseen challenges.
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The opportunity to further develop your professional skills and talents and build your career within FMCG and data.
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An exciting work environment that brings people together from different nationalities.
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A full time position with a standard 36-hour workweek
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A competitive salary package, depending on your educational background and experience.
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A flexible work environment with hybrid work options to allowing flexibility between remote work and our new offices located in Copenhagen (Kødbyen), near the Central Station, making it easily accessible by train, including from Sweden (e.g., Malmö or Lund).
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A young and fearless team with space to be who you are, built on trust, respect and the right solutions.
Company Description and Culture
YouGov is a global online research company, offering insight into what the world thinks.
We speak daily to our panel of over 27 million registered members to understand opinion and behaviors around the world. We have a strong reputation as a source of accurate data and we’re trusted by the world’s biggest brands to get it right, making us the most quoted market research source in the world.
Why join YouGov?
Join our global team to help us achieve our social mission: to make millions of people’s opinions heard for the benefit of our local, national, and international communities.
Understanding diversity of opinion requires diversity of background. Although our global panel of millions of people worldwide powers our research, our biggest asset is our people. If our research is to be truly representative of what the world thinks, we need people from all walks of life to be part of the team to bring their perspective to the work we do.
Life at YouGov
We are driven by a set of shared values. We are fast, fearless, and innovative. We work diligently to get it right. We are guided by accuracy, ethics, and proven methodologies. We respect and trust each other, bringing these values into everything that we do.
We strive to provide YouGovers with best-in-class benefits to support their physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. We want our employees to have a sense of belonging and uniqueness in a supportive workplace, so they can bring their full selves to work.
Equal Opportunity Employer
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, HIV status, political affiliation, socioeconomic background, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law or in line with our responsibilities as a fair and ethic employer. All employment decisions are made based on occupational qualifications, merit, and business need.
Data Privacy
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Top Skills
What We Do
Growth from Knowledge.
For over 89 years, we have earned the trust of our clients around the world by solving critical questions in their decision-making process.
We fuel their growth by providing a complete understanding of their consumers’ buying behavior, and the dynamics impacting their markets, brands and media trends.
In 2023, GfK combined with NIQ, bringing together 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 - GfK drives “Growth from Knowledge”.
For more information, visit GfK.com.
