Manager, Client Service

Kantar Group; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 79.000 - 97.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical plans

HSA/FSA

Dental & Vision

Wellness program

401k match

Unlimited PTO

Zusammenfassung

The Kantar Group, in a hybrid, Chicago–New York–Norwalk setting, is seeking a strategic, client-focused Manager to oversee the execution of media campaign research and deliver high-quality insights. You will serve as the primary contact for key clients, coordinating with internal teams to drive media strategy, performance, and innovation.

As a senior client-service professional, you will manage study setup, data analysis, and reporting, presenting results to clients and their end users.

Qualifikationen

• 2+ years in a client service market research role with exposure to quantitative methodologies.
• Experience with quantitative methodologies and data analytics.
• Bachelor’s degree in market research/marketing or related field.
• Strong communication and project management skills.

Aufgaben

• Execute Media Solution projects and support higher complexity initiatives.
• Manage project timelines and quality across teams.
• Present data results to clients and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with sales to support proposals and client needs.
• Guide junior team members and foster a collaborative environment.

Kenntnisse

Client relationship management

Project coordination

Quantitative methodologies

Excellent communication

Time management

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in market research/marketing or related social science and analytic disciplines

Tools

Microsoft Office

Jobbeschreibung

Job Location: Hybrid- , Chicago, New York City, Norwalk

About the team:

Our media effectiveness client service team are experts in understanding the changing media landscape. They help organizations optimize their media campaigns, identify target audiences, and measure the impact of their marketing efforts. With a focus on cutting edge technologies, audience measurement, consumer targeting and in-depth intelligence into paid, owned and earned media. Their global coverage and local expertise enable clients to better understand media audiences and their relationships with brands to optimize investment.

About the role

• We are seeking a strategic, client-focused, and detail-orientedManager to join our Client Service team in the Media Solutions group. This role is key to managing client relationships, overseeing the execution of media campaign research, and ensuring the delivery of exceptional service and high-quality insights. You will serve as a primary point of contact for key clients, collaborating closely with internal teams to drive media strategy, performance, and innovation.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the execution of Media Solution projects while supporting higher complexity projects and/or advising team members on completion of tasks


• Optimize efficiency of delivery without sacrifice of quality.


• Builds an understanding of our Media capabilities, solutions, and analytic methods; working to build Brand expertise.


• Utilize various tools and partners to complete studies from start to finish.


• Day to day tasks may include study setup, survey design, data analysis, report writing and presentation of results for med-high complexity projects.


• Owns and manages project timelines and quality, collaborating with client teams and across departments.


• Leads meetings to scope and kick off new projects as well as to present data results to our clients and their end clients.


• Conducts data analysis, insights generation, critical and analytical thinking; takes an active role in story building and can lead a team through reporting at varied levels of complexity.


• Actively seeks opportunities to support proposal development with sales partners. Can customize proposals with guidance.


• Provides guidance for junior project team members, serving as a go-to for day-to-day questions


• Exhibit critical thinking, seek process improvements, and foster a positive, inclusive environment.


• 2+ years of professional experience in a client service market research role with exposure to quantitative methodologies


• Strong process and time management skills; capable of prioritizing and delivering against a volume of competing deadlines at a fast pace; prior project management experience


• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft office tools and ability to master other needed business tools (e.g., data management / cross tab and other proprietary tools)


• Strong detail-orientation with ability to manage multiple work streams and among multiple teams


• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) with ability to use logical reasoning and problem solving


• Exhibits a growth mindset, a can-do attitude, and the ability to take initiative


• Bachelor’s degree in market research/marketing or related social science and analytic disciplines

We provide a comprehensive, highly competitive benefits package, including

• Medical plans with comprehensive, affordable coverage for a range of health services


• Health Savings Account/FSA


• Dental, Vision and benefits to cover unique healthcare needs


• Wellness Program


• 401k with match


• Unlimited PTO

We shape the brands of tomorrow by better understanding people everywhere. By understanding people, we can

understand what drives their decisions, actions, and aspirations on a global scale. And by amplifying our in-depth expertise of human understanding alongside ground-breaking technology, we can help brands find concrete insights that will help them succeed in our fast-paced, ever shifting world.

And because we know people, we like to make sure our own people are being looked after as well. Equality of opportunity for everyone is our highest priority and we support our colleagues to work in a way that supports their health and wellbeing. While we encourage teams to spend part of their working week in the office, we understand no one size fits all; our approach is flexible to ensure everybody feels included, accepted, and that we can win together. We're dedicated to creating an inclusive culture and value the diversity of our people, clients, suppliers and communities, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds and sections of society. Even if you feel like you're not an exact match, we'd love to receive your application and talk to you about this job or others at Kantar.

Privacy and Legal Statement

PRIVACY DISCLOSURE: Please note that by applying to this opportunity you consent to the personal data you provide to us to be processed and retained by The Kantar Group Limited (\"Kantar\"). Your details will be kept on our Internal ATS (Applicant Tracking System) for as long as is necessary for the purposes of recruitment, which may include your details being shared with the hiring manager

The salary range for this role is $79,100.00 - $96.700 USD Annual. Your final base salary will be determined based on several factors which may include but are not limited to location, work experience, skills, knowledge, education and/or certifications. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.