Automotive Data Specialist

We are JATO Dynamics, the market-leading automotive data provider! An exciting opportunity has arisen; JATO is seeking a Data Specialist to join the Data & Research team based in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. You will be responsible for the Saudi Arabia Database within the wider MENA team, reporting into the Team Manager. As a Data Specialist, you will source, research and code our car specifications and volumes data from official sources whilst striving to improve the quality and enhance the specifications and volumes data for the Saudi market. We are seeking an individual who has strong self-motivation, strong focus on collaboration, in conjunction with an analytical approach to data collection

Key Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities - Based on allocated workload, you will be required to monitor the events of automotive market(s) and collect the relevant data and information in- order-to input into JATO databases using our proprietary software and following company procedures and guidelines
- Code and publish required changes using JATO proprietary software against relevant quality standards, procedures, and business requirements (in accordance to SLA, KPIs, specific head office requests, etc)
- Elicit additional relevant information and ensure a steady flow of the highest quality data by using effective networking (internal, external, primary, or secondary sources) and influencing skills.
- Accountable for successfully completing designated workload along with additional specialized activities based on the immediate priorities of the
Data Operations Team
- Review documentation to gather details of specific changes and align against relevant JATO definitions, data structure and existing vehicle data.
- Perform quality assurance (QA) activities to improve data quality
- Successfully resolve customer issues as a part of The JATO experience customer. support/escalation process
- Implement correction and changes into the database as a guide required by the Data Operational management and Centre of Excellence

Key Requirements

Key Requirements - Must have good communication skills, verbal and written in Arabic / English
- Bachelor’s degree level or equivalent work experience in related field.
- Knowledge of additional languages is an asset
- Knowledge of vehicle technology and automotive market
- The ability to focus on detailed information and to work with large amounts of data
- Analytical thinking and data-driven mentality are required to elicit additional, relevant information and ensure the data obtained is of the highest quality
- Excellent computer skills are mandatory, as much of the work will entail working with spreadsheets and data manipulation
- Interest and/or working experience in the automotive sector is preferred
- Being inquisitive and having proactive attitude JATO Dynamics is a global business and our success is attributed to the diversity, skills and experiences of our colleagues across the world. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, sex, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, disability, marital status or veteran status.

Please note all CVs must be submitted in English in order to be considered for the role. You must have the right to work and live in the country you are applying for.