Marketing Management Analytics, Inc.
Director Market Research, Customer Experience
Marketing Management Analytics, Inc., Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Chicago, IL, United States and 7 more (Hybrid)
Job Description What makes this role important at Ipsos?
As a Director, you will play a key role in building a business, including writing proposals, delivering strategic insights to our clients, and developing and managing quantitative insights programs in the customer experience space. Your work will include a variety of studies requiring sharp time management skills and keen attention to detail. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include managing research/analytics projects from start to finish, working with clients on questionnaire design and reporting, and collaborating with internal teams on sampling, survey programming, data processing and data analytics. You will work closely with senior research staff to assure survey and project accuracy, and to ensure projects stay on schedule, as well as manage junior staff with respect to project deliverables. You will be responsible for preparation and delivery of custom, story-telling style reports that delivery actionable insights to our clients.
What you can expect to be doing:
Develop and design appropriate solutions for clients, based on research approaches and products that are best suited to meet their needs
Write winning proposals
Oversee and direct multiple market research projects at once, including but not limited to relationship and transactional customer experience and ad hoc studies
Manage and coordinate all aspects of the research process from research design, questionnaire design, pre-field activities, monitoring field and project status, analysis and interpretation of results through the preparation of reports and delivery of presentations
Data interpretation and presentation story telling including the ability to draw conclusions/make recommendations from the data results into actionable insights
Maintain and strengthen client relationships through exceptional service and strong attention to quality control
Understand and address business needs/issues of clients- providing consultation versus order taking
A strong focus on financials and account growth
Provide day-to-day guidance and coaching to junior team members required
What success in this role looks like:
This position is a leadership role that will be an integral part of the Customer Experience team. You will work closely with CX leadership to anticipate, interpret, and support client's business needs with innovative tools and resources. The best-suited candidate will be able to lead and manage a team that can successfully gather and interpret data that will drive client business.
This might be the job for you if you have:
Minimum of 7 years of quantitative CX experience; some supplier/vendor-side experience required
Strong quantitative research project management skills
Must be able to create questionnaires, sample design, analytical plans and create custom story-telling style analytical reports in PowerPoint
Must have the ability to deliver the “so what” in reporting, with foresight into implications of recommendations to clients (e.g., change management, communication, investment required)
Solid understanding of CX analytics, including how they should be inserted into program designs, as well as interpretation of output and what that output means for the overall story we are telling our client
Experience with customer experience research
Experience with platform technology that enables CX insights and activation. Some experience with solutions such as Medallia, Qualtrics, InMoment, or other CX measurement platforms preferred.
Experience tying CX to employee experience and enablement is a plus
Proven track record of business development
Ability to form and maintain significant and ongoing client relationships
Ability to deliver strategic insight and expert consultation to clients
Self-starter with the ability to successfully collaborate with a virtual team
Self-motivated, analytical individual with an attention to detail who strives in a dynamic, deadline-driven environment
Intellectually curious with a growth mindset; willing to try new things and continuously evolve
Excellent interpersonal skills (verbal and written communication) are necessary for effective development and maintenance of internal and external client relationships
Superior organizational, multi-tasking, decision-making and problem-solving abilities
Comfortable managing a demanding and multi-faceted workload
Background in leading and inspiring teams that work collaboratively with a diverse group of colleagues; must have prior experience managing/leading junior employees
Works well in a team environment with colleagues at all levels
Knowledge of research methodologies and basic statistical concepts required
Proficient with MS Office suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
If you don’t meet 100% of the requirements, we encourage all who feel they might be a fit for the opportunity to apply. We may consider a variety of backgrounds for a particular role and are also committed to considering candidates for available positions throughout our organization, not just the one you’re applying to!
In accordance with NY/CO/CA/WA law, the estimated base salary range for this role is $100,000 to $120,000. Your final base salary will be determined based on several non-discriminatory factors which may include but are not limited to location, work experience, skills, knowledge, education and/or certifications.
What’s in it for you:
At Ipsos you’ll experience opportunities for Career Development, an exceptional benefits package (including generous PTO, healthcare plans, wellness benefits), a flexible workplace policy, and a strong collaborative culture.
To find out more about all the great reasons to work at Ipsos, how we’re making an impact around the world, and more ... Why Work at Ipsos | US
Commitment to Diversity
Ipsos recognizes the necessity of building an inclusive culture that values each employee’s individuality and diverse perspectives. For more than 40 years, our mission has been to generate and analyze data about society, markets, brands, and behaviors to provide our clients with the insights that elevate their understanding of the world. This could not be fulfilled without Ipsos’ diverse employees who compile and analyze this data—they are the essence of who we are and what we do.
We are committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees, creating an environment that promotes inclusion, and enabling employees from all walks of life to flourish. Ipsos encourages our employees to act in a respectful and responsible manner, in line with code of best practices concerning diversity and inclusion, human rights, equality, and civility for every individual.
Ipsos is An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other protected class and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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About the Team At Ipsos, we collaborate with the world’s leading organisations to help them grow the right talent, fulfil their brand promises, and optimise financial outcomes.
From corporate strategy to operational excellence, we cover the entire experience landscape. Our research, advanced analytics and advisory solutions enable clients to predict and adapt to change, create enriched, improved, and differentiated experience ecosystems.
Our approach is deeply human-centric, and our global network of expert teams have a rigorous understanding of CX and EX that’s backed by decades of cultural knowledge and industry experience.
So, while our work is powered by insights and driven by technology, it’s always all about people
About Us Ipsos is one of the world’s largest research companies and currently the only one primarily managed by researchers, ranking as a #1 full-service research organization for four consecutive years. With over 75 different data-driven solutions, and presence in 90 markets, Ipsos brings together research, implementation, methodological, and subject-matter experts from around the world, combining thematic and technical experts to deliver top-quality research and insights. Simply speaking, we help the biggest companies solve some of their biggest problems, serving more than 5000 clients across the globe by providing research, data, and insights on their target markets. And we are proud of our continuous efforts in making Ipsos the best place to work!
Job Info
Job Identification 7500
Job Category Research
Locations Chicago, IL, United States Seattle, WA, United States Culver City, CA, United States Troy, MI, United States New York, NY, United States Cincinnati, OH, United States Norwalk, CT, United States San Francisco, CA, United States (Hybrid)
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Job Description What makes this role important at Ipsos?
As a Director, you will play a key role in building a business, including writing proposals, delivering strategic insights to our clients, and developing and managing quantitative insights programs in the customer experience space. Your work will include a variety of studies requiring sharp time management skills and keen attention to detail. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include managing research/analytics projects from start to finish, working with clients on questionnaire design and reporting, and collaborating with internal teams on sampling, survey programming, data processing and data analytics. You will work closely with senior research staff to assure survey and project accuracy, and to ensure projects stay on schedule, as well as manage junior staff with respect to project deliverables. You will be responsible for preparation and delivery of custom, story-telling style reports that delivery actionable insights to our clients.
What you can expect to be doing:
Develop and design appropriate solutions for clients, based on research approaches and products that are best suited to meet their needs
Write winning proposals
Oversee and direct multiple market research projects at once, including but not limited to relationship and transactional customer experience and ad hoc studies
Manage and coordinate all aspects of the research process from research design, questionnaire design, pre-field activities, monitoring field and project status, analysis and interpretation of results through the preparation of reports and delivery of presentations
Data interpretation and presentation story telling including the ability to draw conclusions/make recommendations from the data results into actionable insights
Maintain and strengthen client relationships through exceptional service and strong attention to quality control
Understand and address business needs/issues of clients- providing consultation versus order taking
A strong focus on financials and account growth
Provide day-to-day guidance and coaching to junior team members required
What success in this role looks like:
This position is a leadership role that will be an integral part of the Customer Experience team. You will work closely with CX leadership to anticipate, interpret, and support client's business needs with innovative tools and resources. The best-suited candidate will be able to lead and manage a team that can successfully gather and interpret data that will drive client business.
This might be the job for you if you have:
Minimum of 7 years of quantitative CX experience; some supplier/vendor-side experience required
Strong quantitative research project management skills
Must be able to create questionnaires, sample design, analytical plans and create custom story-telling style analytical reports in PowerPoint
Must have the ability to deliver the “so what” in reporting, with foresight into implications of recommendations to clients (e.g., change management, communication, investment required)
Solid understanding of CX analytics, including how they should be inserted into program designs, as well as interpretation of output and what that output means for the overall story we are telling our client
Experience with customer experience research
Experience with platform technology that enables CX insights and activation. Some experience with solutions such as Medallia, Qualtrics, InMoment, or other CX measurement platforms preferred.
Experience tying CX to employee experience and enablement is a plus
Proven track record of business development
Ability to form and maintain significant and ongoing client relationships
Ability to deliver strategic insight and expert consultation to clients
Self-starter with the ability to successfully collaborate with a virtual team
Self-motivated, analytical individual with an attention to detail who strives in a dynamic, deadline-driven environment
Intellectually curious with a growth mindset; willing to try new things and continuously evolve
Excellent interpersonal skills (verbal and written communication) are necessary for effective development and maintenance of internal and external client relationships
Superior organizational, multi-tasking, decision-making and problem-solving abilities
Comfortable managing a demanding and multi-faceted workload
Background in leading and inspiring teams that work collaboratively with a diverse group of colleagues; must have prior experience managing/leading junior employees
Works well in a team environment with colleagues at all levels
Knowledge of research methodologies and basic statistical concepts required
Proficient with MS Office suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
If you don’t meet 100% of the requirements, we encourage all who feel they might be a fit for the opportunity to apply. We may consider a variety of backgrounds for a particular role and are also committed to considering candidates for available positions throughout our organization, not just the one you’re applying to!
In accordance with NY/CO/CA/WA law, the estimated base salary range for this role is $100,000 to $120,000. Your final base salary will be determined based on several non-discriminatory factors which may include but are not limited to location, work experience, skills, knowledge, education and/or certifications.
What’s in it for you:
At Ipsos you’ll experience opportunities for Career Development, an exceptional benefits package (including generous PTO, healthcare plans, wellness benefits), a flexible workplace policy, and a strong collaborative culture.
To find out more about all the great reasons to work at Ipsos, how we’re making an impact around the world, and more ... Why Work at Ipsos | US
Commitment to Diversity
Ipsos recognizes the necessity of building an inclusive culture that values each employee’s individuality and diverse perspectives. For more than 40 years, our mission has been to generate and analyze data about society, markets, brands, and behaviors to provide our clients with the insights that elevate their understanding of the world. This could not be fulfilled without Ipsos’ diverse employees who compile and analyze this data—they are the essence of who we are and what we do.
We are committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees, creating an environment that promotes inclusion, and enabling employees from all walks of life to flourish. Ipsos encourages our employees to act in a respectful and responsible manner, in line with code of best practices concerning diversity and inclusion, human rights, equality, and civility for every individual.
Ipsos is An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other protected class and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
#LI-DNP
About the Team At Ipsos, we collaborate with the world’s leading organisations to help them grow the right talent, fulfil their brand promises, and optimise financial outcomes.
From corporate strategy to operational excellence, we cover the entire experience landscape. Our research, advanced analytics and advisory solutions enable clients to predict and adapt to change, create enriched, improved, and differentiated experience ecosystems.
Our approach is deeply human-centric, and our global network of expert teams have a rigorous understanding of CX and EX that’s backed by decades of cultural knowledge and industry experience.
So, while our work is powered by insights and driven by technology, it’s always all about people
About Us Ipsos is one of the world’s largest research companies and currently the only one primarily managed by researchers, ranking as a #1 full-service research organization for four consecutive years. With over 75 different data-driven solutions, and presence in 90 markets, Ipsos brings together research, implementation, methodological, and subject-matter experts from around the world, combining thematic and technical experts to deliver top-quality research and insights. Simply speaking, we help the biggest companies solve some of their biggest problems, serving more than 5000 clients across the globe by providing research, data, and insights on their target markets. And we are proud of our continuous efforts in making Ipsos the best place to work!
Job Info
Job Identification 7500
Job Category Research
Locations Chicago, IL, United States Seattle, WA, United States Culver City, CA, United States Troy, MI, United States New York, NY, United States Cincinnati, OH, United States Norwalk, CT, United States San Francisco, CA, United States (Hybrid)
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