Data Collector Team Leader

About this role

Role overview Lead a team of field data collectors across assigned regions for NielsenIQ Myanmar's canvassing projects. This role sits between the central operations team and front-line data collectors, ensuring that data quality standards are maintained across all territories.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise and coach a team of data collectors to ensure adherence to standardized data capture methodologies
• Plan and allocate store visit routes across assigned regions to maximize coverage efficiency
• Conduct field audits by accompanying collectors on store visits to verify data accuracy and technique
• Review submitted data for completeness and flag quality issues for re-collection
• Manage collector attendance, performance tracking, and training for new hires
• Communicate schedule changes, methodology updates, and performance feedback from headquarters to the field team

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of experience in field data collection, retail auditing, or market research
• Prior team leadership or supervisory experience in a field-based role
• Thorough understanding of retail audit methodologies and quality control procedures
• Strong organizational and planning skills to manage routes across multiple regions
• Willingness to travel frequently within assigned territories

What success looks like The team consistently delivers complete, accurate data across all assigned territories on schedule, with minimal re-collection required.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with team leadership allowance
• Travel support and per diem for field visits
• Career progression into field operations management within a global research organization

Requirements

2+ years of relevant experience, Good communication skills in Myanmar and English, Computer literacy, Strong work ethic and reliability

Skills