Data Research Specialist : Home Based | Full Time |

Are you passionate about data and the automotive industry? Are you looking for a career in Data Research to gain valuable knowledge and experience, working in a global Company?

We are seeking motivated and detail-oriented Incentives Data Specialists to join our India team in Delhi, India.

About the role:

The Incentives Data Specialist & Subject Matter Expert (SME) is responsible for sourcing and managing incentives, discounts, vehicle pricing, and scheme data across multiple automotive brands within the local market. This role involves accurately coding and maintaining this information in JATO’s proprietary systems to ensure data integrity and reliability.

The position focuses on delivering high‑quality incentives data and actionable automotive market intelligence through on‑ground field research, CPV analysis, and pricing validation. As an independent and self‑driven professional, the Incentives Data Specialist & SME is expected to manage responsibilities end to end while maintaining strong attention to detail and adherence to quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Incentives & Pricing Operations

• Source, analyse, validate, and code OEM and dealer incentive structures across passenger vehicle brands.

• Publish accurate incentives and pricing data using JATO proprietary systems.

• Liaise with OEMs, manufacturers, and dealers to ensure timely and aligned incentive rollouts.

• Monitor data quality, resolve discrepancies, and ensure SLA compliance.

• Conduct dealer field visits and on‑ground market research.

Multi‑City Pricing (MCP) Management

• Maintain multi‑city on‑road price data, including taxes, RTO, insurance, and dealer charges.

• Validate regional price variations and deliver scheduled and ad‑hoc pricing updates.

• Support strategic pricing, CPV, and leasing intelligence requirements.

Market Intelligence & Dealer Engagement

• Build and maintain strong relationships with dealer networks across luxury and mass‑market OEMs.

• Gather real‑time market intelligence on pricing, policy changes, costs, and supply factors.

• Provide actionable insights to support pricing, procurement, and cost‑optimization decisions.

Reporting & Data Excellence

• Produce standardized and bespoke reports with strong audit readiness and data accuracy.

• Support cross‑functional research, data queries, and market news bulletins.

• Drive continuous improvement in data collection, reporting quality, and market insight delivery.

• Support product marketing and research initiatives with validated, field‑backed insights.

• Travel occasionally for city‑level tax research and market studies.
  

Key Requirements:

• Strong understanding of dealer operations, OEM incentive schemes, on‑road pricing, and road tax structures

• High proficiency in data analysis, validation, and quality control with strong attention to detail

• Relevant experience in incentives, pricing or automotive market research

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English

• Ability to work independently with regular field‑based engagement

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience in a relevant discipline

• Automotive industry exposure preferred; additional language skills are an advantage

• Proactive, inquisitive, and quality‑driven mindset

What We Offer:

• Performance-based bonus in addition to base salary.

• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plan, and enhanced paid time off.

• Professional development opportunities.

• Collaborative, innovative and global work environment.

What should I expect after I apply?

• Application Review
  Our team reviews all applications, and shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next step.

• Talent Acquisition Conversation
  You’ll have a virtual discussion with our Talent Acquisition team to talk through your experience, understand the role better, and ask any questions.

• Interview with Hiring Manager
  This round focuses on your motivation, relevant experience, and technical understanding related to incentives, pricing, and market intelligence.

• Final Interview (India Head)
  The final discussion will be with the India Head, focusing on your motivation for applying, career aspirations, and overall fit with the organization.

Who are we? JATO has been a market leader in global automotive business intelligence since 1984, operating in dozens of countries worldwide. We provide our customers with automotive business intelligence and insight into over 50 overseas markets. We work with automotive manufacturers, dealerships, consumer portals, fleet and leasing companies and component suppliers to create competitive advantage and insight.

Find out more about what we do here: JATO

Our vision. Our vision is to be the world’s most exciting leader in automotive business intelligence solutions. We aim to generate excitement through implementing pioneering ideas, problem solving and going beyond our customer expectations. Our employees are partners in our future and stakeholders in our desires. Our strategic intent is to help customers create significant competitive advantage by constantly leading in connected data, information and knowledge provision, ultimately improving our customers’ work processes, informed decision-making and business results.

Our values. JATO core values are Integrity, People First, Collaboration, Innovation and Excellence.

Learn more about our values here: JATO Core Values

Find out more about life at JATO: Explore Careers and Life at JATO

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.