Company Description
Assent is the leading solution for supply chain sustainability tailored for the world’s top-tier, sustainability-driven manufacturers. Hidden risks riddle supply chains, many of which weren't built with sustainability in mind. That's where we step in. With insights from experts, Assent is the tool manufacturers trust for comprehensive sustainability.
We are proud to announce that Assent has crossed the US$100M ARR milestone, granting us Centaur Status. This accomplishment, reached just 8 years following our Series A, makes us the first and only Certified B Corporation in North America's SaaS sustainability industry to celebrate this milestone.
Our journey from $5 million to US$100M ARR in just eight years has been marked by significant growth and achievements. With our $350 million US funding led by Vista Equity Partners, we're poised for even greater expansion and are on the lookout for outstanding team members to join our mission.
Hybrid Work Model
At Assent, we proudly embrace a remote-first work model, valuing the flexibility and autonomy it provides our team. We also acknowledge the intangible benefits of occasional in-person workdays. For team members situated within 50 kms/31 miles of our five global offices in Ottawa, Eldoret, Penang, Columbus, and Amsterdam, you can expect to come into the office at least one day a week. Similarly, those near our co-working spaces in Nairobi and Toronto are encouraged to work onsite once a month.
Job Description
Position Summary
Reporting to the Manager, Data Intelligence, the Data Intelligence Analyst will have a wide range of duties, all of which are in the spirit of ensuring data quality and accuracy in the Assent platform, to make a strategic impact on the overall success of our customers' programs. The Analyst will play an integral role in managing client data in the Assent Platform.
Key Requirements and Responsibilities
Leverage Excel, SQL, and R/Python to perform validation checks on customer data. Responsible for ensuring the quality, integrity, and accuracy of Data and providing system feedback to stakeholders.
Manage customer data through uploads and updates using internal tools.
Proactively communicate issues and findings with Assent stakeholders.
Perform basic data analysis on client data requests; conduct data investigation on standard and standard plus data discrepancies and provide a report of findings to the relevant stakeholders.
Assist with transformation, and adaptation of data to meet best practices;
Design innovative solutions that align with business objectives, utilizing best practices and industry standards.
Execute data preparation activities for the Data Intelligence team, including but not limited to pre-ingestion activities.
Work with the Data Intelligence Specialists and Leads to fulfill team objectives and assist with team projects.
Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code to implement automation solutions that align with business objectives.
Ensure timely delivery of solutions while adhering to project timelines.
Keep up to date with new regulations and changes in Assent’s products to become an expert in your field.
Ensure adherence to coding standards, security protocols, and data integrity requirements.
Be familiar with corporate security policies and follow the guidance set out by the processes and procedures of Assent.
This is not an exhaustive list of duties. Responsibilities may be altered and/or added from time to time to meet business needs.
Qualifications
Your Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
We strongly value your talent, energy and passion. It will also be valuable to Assent if you have the following qualifications,
Bachelor’s Degree/Higher Diploma from a recognized learning institution.
Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in areas such as research and data, scripting, coding, programming languages, customer support and services.
Intermediate SQL, R and Python skills and interest in self-learning
Proficient in Excel and Google Sheets
Demonstrated problem-solving skills and ability to think critically.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with both technical and non-technical team members.
Attention to detail and commitment to work with team members in delivering high-quality solutions within specified timelines.
Time management skills and the ability to adhere to assigned deadlines;
You are a critical thinker and can suggest, implement, and support efficient and effective operations;
Solutions-first attitude, self-motivated to proactively engage with our suppliers through multiple channels;
Builds productive and congenial working relationships internally and externally in the interest of supporting our customers’ needs;
You are naturally curious about technology or how things work;
You consider yourself a lifelong learner - you have an insatiable thirst for knowledge, are always striving to self-improve, and are coachable;
Reasonable Accommodations Statement: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the aforementioned duties and responsibilities satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. Assent is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Additional Information
Life at Assent
Wellness: We believe that you and your family’s well being is important. As a result, we offer vacation time that increases with tenure, comprehensive benefits packages (details vary by country), life leave days and more.
Financial Benefits: It’s not all about the money – well, it’s a little about the money. We understand that financial health is important and we offer a competitive base salary, a corporate bonus program, retirement savings options and more.
Life at Assent: There is purpose beyond your work. We provide our team members with flexible work options, volunteer days and opportunities to get involved in corporate giving initiatives.
Lifelong Learning: At Assent, curiosity is not only valued but encouraged. You will receive professional development days that are available to you the day you start.
At Assent, we are committed to growing and sustaining an environment where our team members feel included, valued, and heard. Our diversity and equal opportunity practices are guided and championed by our Diversity and Inclusion Working Group and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs).
Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion includes recruiting and retaining team members from diverse backgrounds and experiences, and fostering a culture of belonging where all team members are included, treated with dignity and respect, promoted on their merits, and placed in positions to contribute to business success.
If you require assistance or accommodation throughout any part of the interview and selection process, please contact [email protected] and we will be happy to help.
