Data Analyst [209330]

Aquent is partnering with a globally recognized brand, a leader in the retail sector, to find a highly skilled and impactful Data Consultant. This is an extraordinary opportunity to shape the future of data-driven marketing activation for a company that touches millions of lives worldwide. You’ll be instrumental in transforming raw data into actionable insights, directly influencing marketing strategies and ensuring every initiative delivers measurable business results. Your expertise will bridge the gap between cutting-edge marketing initiatives and robust performance measurement, making a tangible difference in how this brand connects with its customers.

**About the Role**

Join a dynamic Marketing Activation team that is accelerating the implementation of advanced use cases. As this team scales its initiatives, the focus is shifting from implementation to establishing robust performance measurement. Operating within a modern cloud-based data stack, this team is committed to ensuring every marketing activation is backed by clear, data-driven results. We are seeking a consultant to bring analytical rigor, track, transform, and visualize the impact of marketing initiatives, establishing a clear “follow-up” framework for use cases deployed via advanced customer data platforms.

This is a 6-months fixed term salaried position contracted via Aquent on behalf of our client as a third party. The role offers uc. €65K / annum, pro rata – 40 hrs/week. There is the possibility for extension.

Due to the contracting nature of this role, only candidates with unrestricted rights to work in The Netherlands will be considered.

**What You’ll Do**

• **Track and Analyze:** Monitor the implementation of marketing use cases to meticulously measure actual business results against key performance indicators (KPIs).
• **Data Transformation:** Leverage your advanced proficiency in dbt within a cloud-based environment to transform raw data into sophisticated, analytics-ready models.
• **Visualization Excellence:** Design, build, and maintain high-impact Power BI dashboards that clearly communicate performance and insights to stakeholders across the marketing activation domain.
• **Strategic Collaboration:** Work closely with various product teams within marketing activation to ensure data alignment, foster understanding, and drive actionable insights.
  
  

**Qualifications**

Must-Have Skills & Experience

• **Technical Stack Mastery:** Proven, hands-on experience working within Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and advanced proficiency in dbt (data build tool) for complex data transformation.
• **Data Visualization Expertise:** Expert-level skills in Power BI, with a demonstrated ability to translate intricate datasets into intuitive, stakeholder-ready reports and compelling visual stories.
• **SQL Mastery:** Exceptional ability to write complex, performant SQL queries to extract, manipulate, and analyze data efficiently.
• **Agile Way of Working:** Experience operating effectively within an Agile/Scrum development environment.
  
  

Nice-to-Have Skills & Experience

• **Domain Expertise:** Previous experience in Marketing Activation, including Performance Marketing, CRM, or Acquisition strategies.
• **Platform Knowledge:** Direct experience with leading customer data platforms (CDPs).
• **Retail Experience:** Understanding of large-scale retail dynamics and complex omnichannel customer journeys.
• **Proactive Communicator:** Ability to clearly and concisely explain technical data findings and insights to non-technical marketing stakeholders.
• **Analytical Mindset:** A “detective” approach to data, driven by curiosity to uncover the ‘why’ behind the numbers and translate observations into strategic recommendations.
  
  

Client Description

A leading global retailer in the home furnishings and lifestyle industry, focused on providing affordable, sustainable solutions to enhance everyday living. They serve a diverse customer base across multiple regions, driven by a vision to create a better, more sustainable everyday life through innovative products and eco-friendly practices.

Aquent is dedicated to improving inclusivity & is proudly an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications from under-represented groups & are committed to providing support to applicants with disabilities. We aim to provide reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, to those with a medical condition, disability or neurodivergence.