Market Research Director is responsible for the market research department. Directs and oversees an organization's marketing policies, objectives, and initiatives. Being a Market Research Director manages a team to review changes to the marketplace and industry and adjusts marketing plan accordingly. Analyzes existing goals and programs and recommends improvements. Additionally, Market Research Director requires a bachelor's degree in area of specialty. Typically reports to a top management. The Market Research Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. To be a Market Research Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Overview
Shapiro Raj is the largest certified minority business enterprise insights and inspiration company in North America. Our mission is to help Fortune 500 clients find new and different ways to grow their brands in today's continually reshaping landscape. We have integrated behavioral science principles with battle-tested brand marketing experience to creatively connect the dots between what consumers think, feel, say, and do. The results are powerful commercially viable insights that identify new pathways for growth. With offices in the heart of Chicago and New York, we are evolving to become one of the most desired market research consultancies in the world.
As a Market Research Director, you will be a leader in a collaborative, client-centric environment. This position is primarily responsible for the management of key client accounts and delivery of client services and deliverables. Essential duties include managing client development and leading strategy and market research projects on behalf of clients. This position works closely with clients, senior leadership, Managers, Executives, and Associates in all phases of strategy and market research, including S R proprietary research tools.
This will be a hybrid role. We are hiring in our Chicago, IL office location.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Core duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Qualifications
Preferred Candidate Qualifications
Shapiro Raj is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Shapiro Raj does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. It is our intention that all qualified applications are given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.
Shapiro Raj is committed to creating a diverse and equitable work environment. If you are interested in this opportunity but do not meet 100% of the listed qualifications, we still encourage you to apply!