Research Programme Manager – Out of Home Programme(s)

Advantage Group; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Advantage Group International is seeking a Research Programme Manager to oversee benchmarking research programmes in the UK & Ireland. This role requires collaboration with various teams to ensure high-quality insights and effective project management. Ideal candidates will have experience in the UK Food and Drink industry and strong analytical skills, along with a commitment to delivering exceptional client service.

Benefits

Flexible work policy

Connected culture

Parental leave

Birthday and volunteer leave

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant project management, research, or marketing experience.
• Experience in UK Retail and Wholesale.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, particularly MS Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Design and manage Advantage 360 benchmarking research programmes.
• Compile supplier and retailer intelligence according to GDPR standards.
• Deliver insightful reports aligned with Supplier and Retailer business needs.

Skills

Project Management

Data Analysis

Communication

Team Collaboration

Education

A-level qualifications

University degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Tableau

Job description

Join us on our purpose — to help people and organizations work better together.

Advantage Group International provides over 2,300 organizations across 45 countries with data and insights to improve collaboration with their business partners. As a global leader in business-to-business engagement solutions, we utilize tested research techniques, cutting-edge technology, and feedback from 53,000 respondents annually to empower supplier and retailer organizations in the FMCG sector to develop meaningful and rewarding business relationships.

Leading companies worldwide, including Coca-Cola, Goodyear, L’Oreal, Woolworths, Aldi, Mars, and Mondelez International, rely on Advantage Group. Learn more: https://www.advantagegroup.com/client-testimonials/.

How you can help people and organizations work better together

We are looking for a Research Programme Manager to design, deliver, and develop Advantage 360 benchmarking research programmes in our UK & Ireland operations. This role suits a team player working with UK Programme Management, Operations, and Client Service teams to manage annual 360 research programmes through design, specification, fieldwork, data analysis, insight, and reporting. The role focuses on key retailer, wholesaler, and operator clients in the Out of Home Market, covering food and drink sub-channels like Convenience, Wholesale, Foodservice, and On Trade.

This position is primarily remote, embracing flexible working, but requires travel for client and company meetings as needed.

Key responsibilities include:

Project Design & Management Excellence

1. Collaborating with the Programme Director, Operations, and Client Service teams in the UK and Toronto to ensure programmes are designed and executed on schedule, aligning with strategic goals.
2. Managing local activities for design, specification, execution, and reporting of benchmarking programmes.
3. Working with the Operations team and interviewers/editors for qualitative research phases.
4. Communicating with clients to ensure fieldwork quality and milestone achievement, reviewing survey data for quality and coverage.

Research Excellence

1. Compiling intelligence from various data sources, adhering to GDPR and relevant standards.
2. Having recent experience or understanding of the UK Food and Drink industry, including retail and supply chain roles.
3. Gathering research requirements from clients and monitoring survey responses to meet targets.
4. Collaborating on data processing, verification, and quality assurance.

Insights and Client-Service Support

1. Ensuring timely delivery of insightful reports aligned with client needs.
2. Delivering presentations effectively to diverse audiences.
3. Providing excellent client experiences and actively seeking new business opportunities.

Candidate requirements include:

• Minimum A-level qualifications, preferably a university degree.
• 3-5 years of project management, research, or marketing experience.
• Experience in UK retail and wholesale sectors.
• Knowledge of UK retail, interest in digital/media, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and BI tools like Tableau is advantageous.
• Strong communication skills in English, numeracy, attention to detail, and ability to work independently and as part of a team.

We value cultural fit and encourage candidates who embody our values. Learn more about our values. Hear from our team: Employee Testimonials.

We support your growth with:

• Flexible work arrangements
• Global community-building activities
• Parental leave and other benefits