Configuration Analyst

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Circana is a leading provider of technology, AI, and data solutions for consumer packaged goods companies, manufacturers, and retailers. Our predictive analytics and Liquid Data® platform help clients measure market share, uncover consumer behavior, and drive growth—powered by six decades of expertise and an expansive, high-quality data set.

At Circana, we are fueled by our passion for continuous learning and growth, we seek and share feedback freely, and we celebrate victories both big and small in an environment that is flexible and accommodating to our work and personal lives.  We’re a global company dedicated to fostering inclusivity and belonging. We value and celebrate the unique experiences, cultures, and viewpoints that each individual brings. By embracing a wide range of backgrounds, skills, expertise, and beyond, we create a stronger, more innovative environment for our employees, clients, and communities. With us, you can always bring your full self to work.  Join our inclusive, committed team to be a challenger, own outcomes, and stay curious together. Circana is proud to be Certified™ by Great Place To Work®. This prestigious award is based entirely on what current employees say about their experience working at Circana. Learn more at www.circana.com.

Role Overview

The Configuration Team plays a key role in supporting Circana’s strategic transformation to the New Factory platform. As a Configuration Analyst, you will be responsible for the accurate setup, configuration, and quality checking of client implementations — primarily focused on the migration of existing clients to the New Factory. You will work closely with Technical teams, Local markets, and the Migration Manager to ensure successful and timely delivery of migration milestones. While migration activity is the primary focus, you may also support Business-as-Usual (BAU) configuration and standard change events.

Job Responsibilities

• Execute accurate client configuration, setup, and quality control (QC) activities to support the migration to the New Factory platform.
• Manage migration tasks according to the agreed schedule, ensuring delivery to quality and timeline expectations.
• Use New Factory tools such as UDB, UCO, Multiverse, Unify, and other migration utilities to perform configuration and data processing steps.
• Collaborate with Technical and Local teams to resolve configuration issues; escalate to the Migration Manager where appropriate.
• Provide regular progress updates to the Migration Manager, highlighting risks, challenges, and completed milestones.
• Support standard BAU change events, including implementation, validation, promotion to stage, and QC using New Factory tools.
• Work with Central teams and Country Expert Groups to support country-specific configuration updates when needed.
• Use New Factory tools to support responsibilities including  UCO, Multiverse, Jira
• Assist with configuration for new client setups as the platform expands

Requirements

• A minimum of a Master’s degree (MSc) in Statistics, Econometrics, Operational Research or similar quantitative field of study
• Strong aptitude for technical tools, configuration logic, and structured problem-solving.
• Ability to follow detailed processes with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Data investigation skills to both validate and investigate any data differences
• Good organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple configuration tasks in parallel.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills to explain technical issues in simple terms.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively in a virtual, cross-functional environment.
• Experience in data processing or configuration work is an advantage

• Excellent written and verbal skills in English alongside with excellent communication and interpersonal skills to converse effectively across the organization

Circana Behaviors

Beyond technical skills, experience, and role-specific attributes, these shared behaviors are fundamental to our culture and success. We seek individuals who consistently demonstrate and champion these behaviors in their daily work:

• Stay Curious: Being hungry to learn and grow, always asking the big questions.
• Seek Clarity: Embracing complexity to create clarity and inspire action.
• Own the Outcome: Being accountable for decisions and taking ownership of our choices.
• Center on the Client: Relentlessly adding value for our customers.
• Be a Challenger: Never complacent, always striving for continuous improvement.
• Champion Inclusivity: Fostering trust in relationships engaging with empathy, respect, and integrity.
• Commit to each other: Contributing to making Circana a great place to work for everyone.

Location: This position can be located in the following area(s): Athens, Greece (Hybrid)
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