Manager, Global Research Group

Kantar; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 75,400 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Health Savings Account

Dental and Vision

Wellness Program

401k with match

Tuition Reimbursement

Commuter benefits

Unlimited PTO

Job summary

Kantar in Chicago, IL is seeking a Manager, Client Service (Brand) to deliver high-quality brand insights and analytics for a mix of clients. You will lead project work streams, shape questionnaires, and guide junior team members while ensuring timely, accurate results.

The role requires 2+ years in market research, strong communication, and hands-on analytics using tools like SPSS and Survey Reporter. Hybrid work, competitive benefits, and opportunities to build brand expertise are offered.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional experience in brand insights or market research.
• Strong time management and ability to prioritize multiple projects.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office; ability to master additional business tools.
• Experience with SPSS or Survey Reporter is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality brand insights and analytics solutions.
• Lead questionnaire design and reporting on medium-low complexity accounts.
• Support and guide junior project team members on projects.
• Ensure timelines and quality of work products across teams.
• Identify and solve project issues and perform quality checks.

Skills

Brand insights

Project management

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in market research/marketing or related social science

Tools

SPSS

Survey Reporter

Data management / cross tab tools

Job description

The salary range for this role is $75,400 - $90,00 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

We go beyond the obvious, using intelligence, passion and creativity to inspire new thinking and shape the world we live in.

Job Details

Job Description

Manager, Client Service (Brand)

Locations: (Hybrid)

Chicago, IL

Primary Objective

• Delivery of high-quality/high-impact Brand insights and analytics solutions

Scope of Role

• Delivery of strategic brand insights & analytics projects, which include brand performance measurement and other strategic projects such as, market structures, consumer & demand segmentations, consumer journey mapping, brand stretch/extension, portfolio strategy, brand architecture, foundational brand assessment, brand positioning/refresh, etc.
• Responsible for ownership of specific phases or discrete work processes on projects
• Responsible for execution of work products including questionnaires and reporting on medium-low complexity accounts, while supporting higher complexity projects
• Actively participates in client design and questionnaire discussions
• Provides input into development of questionnaire, sample design and analytic plan
• Provides support and guidance for 1-2 junior project team members on most projects
• Serve as a go-to for new team members who have questions
• Take ownership on building your own skills through training, asking questions, and supporting team members
• Conducts data analysis, insights generation, critical and analytical thinking; takes an active role in story building – can lead team through initial rounds of reporting and preliminary report
• Manages timelines and quality of work products, working with internal departments and clients to achieve successful outcomes following solution and industry best practices
• Identify and solve project issues as they arise
• Perform in-depth quality checks at various stages of the research to ensure accuracy
• Actively seeks opportunities to support proposal development. Can customize proposals with guidance from senior team members
• Optimize efficiency of delivery without sacrifice of quality.
• Challenges the status quo, looks for opportunities to improve, automate, streamline processes
• Building an understanding of our Brand capabilities, solutions, and analytic methods; working to build brand expertise.
• Embraces our culture, is active in other activities or workstreams outside of project work (e.g., attending/participating in ERG/Social Community meetings/activities/trainings)
• Exhibits good critical thinking skills, can follow an analytic plan, and is comfortable sharing ideas

Essential Knowledge & Experience

• 2+ years of professional experience in similar capacity or MMR program graduate; market research experience preferred, with exposure to quantitative methodologies
• Strong process and time management skills; capable of prioritizing and delivering against multiple/competing deadlines; prior project management experience preferred
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft office tools and ability to master other needed business tools

(e.g., SPSS, Survey Reporter, data management / cross tab tools 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
• Natural curiosity, a can-do attitude, driven and ability to take initiative
• Bachelor’s degree in market research/marketing or related social science, mathematics and/or other analytic disciplines

Essential Skills & Capabilities

Communication

• Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills
• Confidently delivers messages and exemplifies Kantar values

Technical/ Analytical

• Working knowledge of marketing research methods, tools, and science
• Demonstrates understanding of various industry solutions
• Demonstrates technical leadership for maximum client impact

Kantar Benefits

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
• Tuition Reimbursement, Commuter benefits
• Unlimited PTO

Why join Kantar?

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

Location

Chicago, N. Green StreetUnited States of America

Kantar Rewards Statement

At Kantar we have an integrated way of rewarding our people based around a simple, clear and consistent set of principles. Our approach helps to ensure we are market competitive and also to support a pay for performance culture, where your reward and career progression opportunities are linked to what you deliver.

We go beyond the obvious, using intelligence, passion and creativity to inspire new thinking and shape the world we live in.

We want to create an equality of opportunity in a fair and supportive working environment where people feel included, accepted and are allowed to flourish in a space where their mental health and well being is taken into consideration.

We want to create a more diverse community to expand our talent pool, be locally representative, drive diversity of thinking and better commercial outcomes.

Kantar is the world's leading data, insights and consulting company. We understand more about how people think, feel, shop, share, vote and view than anyone else. Combining our expertise in human understanding with advanced technologies, Kantar's 30,000 people help the world’s leading organisations succeed and grow.

The salary range for this role is $75,400 - $90,00 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