CS Research Project Manager

Company Description

NielsenIQ is a global measurement and data analytics company that provides the most complete and trusted view available of consumers and markets worldwide. We provide consumer packaged goods manufacturers/fast-moving consumer goods and retailers with accurate, actionable information and insights and a complete picture of the complex and changing marketplace that companies need to innovate and grow. Our approach marries proprietary NielsenIQ data with other data sources to help clients around the world understand what’s happening now, what’s happening next, and how to best act on this knowledge.  We like to be in the middle of the action. That’s why you can find us at work in over 90 countries, covering more than 90% of the world’s population. For more information, visit www.niq.com

Job Description

As part of NielsenIQs Consumer Insights Operations team, the CS Research Project Manager is responsible for managing all aspects of field activities for quantitative, qualitative, and shopper research projects, to ensure that projects are completed within established budgets, parameters and schedule. This role works with internal clients to assess the feasibility of operational design and timeline for projects. As the primary contact and resource for research teams, this role manages the end-to-end schedule and data collection process, including vendor management.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Bidding, Quoting and Proposals

• Project Design

• Project Management

• Field Setup and Execution

• Client Management

• Training & Process Development

ABOUT YOU

With your critical and strategic thinking abilities, you can develop and execute market research projects to answer client business questions. As a strong communicator, you collaborate with other departments to establish solutions that are efficient and effective. Using time management, you lead multiple projects at one time to deliver the business’s needs. With your attention to detail, you can ensure that all projects are managed and delivered accurately to help grow the business. You are someone who values working on a diverse, inclusive team and can provide our clients with innovative solutions. 

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or a related field

• 3 years of related work experience - market research experience is an asset

• 2+ years complex customer service, marketing or project management experience 

• Understanding of basic budget management techniques

• Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook/G-suite

• Experience with Decipher and/or other field platforms and analytical software such as SPSS & WinCross is an asset

• Excellent organization, problem solving, and time management skills

• Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously (multi-tasking)

• Strong internal / external client management skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - bilingualism (English/French) an asset

• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment

• Willing to travel domestically and internationally as required

Qualifications

Additional Information

Our Benefits

• Flexible working environment
• Volunteer time off
• LinkedIn Learning
• Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)

About NIQ

NIQ is the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights—delivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platforms—NIQ delivers the Full View™. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world’s population.

For more information, visit NIQ.com

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Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

NIQ is committed to reflecting the diversity of the clients, communities, and markets we measure within our own workforce. We exist to count everyone and are on a mission to systematically embed inclusion and diversity into all aspects of our workforce, measurement, and products. We enthusiastically invite candidates who share that mission to join us. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action-Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, marital status, protected veteran status or any other protected class. Our global non-discrimination policy covers these protected classes in every market in which we do business worldwide. Learn more about how we are driving diversity and inclusion in everything we do by visiting the NIQ News Center: https://nielseniq.com/global/en/news-center/diversity-inclusion