Market Intelligence Manager

Acuity; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 150,900 - 271,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Dental coverage

Vision plans

401K benefits

Commissions/incentive compensation

Job summary

Acuity is seeking a Market Intelligence Manager who will be integral to the Market Intelligence team. This role focuses on providing data-driven insights for the Acuity Intelligent Spaces (AIS) segment and involves developing market models, analyzing data, and translating those findings into actionable business recommendations.

The successful candidate will collaborate with various teams to support decision-making and will be responsible for leading market research projects, monitoring competitor activities, and creating impactful presentations.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in HVAC, Building Management Systems, or related industry.
• 5+ years in market intelligence, competitive analysis, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead market research projects to assess market size and structure.
• Translate raw data into actionable business insights.
• Monitor competitor activities and provide regular updates.
• Develop presentations and dashboards for stakeholders.

Skills

Cross-functional collaboration skills

Market trend analysis

Analytical frameworks

Effective communication

Data visualization and storytelling

Strong Excel skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent in Business, Finance, Economics, Engineering, or another relevant field

Tools

Power BI

SQL

R

Python

Job description

Acuity Inc. is a market-leading industrial technology company with operations across North America, Europe, and Asia.

Work Location

This position requires on-site presence in Atlanta, GA, following a hybrid work model.

Job Summary

The Market Intelligence team at Acuity Brands delivers data-driven insights to guide business decisions and inform long-term strategy across the organization. This Market Intelligence Manager will focus on the Acuity Intelligent Spaces (AIS) segment, reporting to the Senior Director of Market Intelligence. The role is responsible for developing and maintaining market models, analyzing internal and external data, and translating findings into actionable business insights. The Manager will serve as a strategic thought partner, regularly collaborating with Sales, Product Management, Finance, and Executive Leadership to support decision-making and opportunity assessment.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

• Independently lead market research projects using both qualitative and quantitative research to produce a clear perspective of topics such as market size, market structure, and key trends.
• Apply structured analysis techniques to translate raw data into actionable recommendations that support product and business strategy.
• Serve as a thought partner to internal teams by delivering market and competitive intelligence that informs planning and prioritization.
• Monitor and analyze competitor activities, product offerings, and market positioning; provide regular updates and distill findings into concise summaries for stakeholder consumption.
• Act as a trusted subject matter expert on market dynamics, providing context and foresight during annual and long-range planning discussions.
• Develop executive-ready presentations and dashboards that distill complex insights into clear narratives for business audiences.

Skills And Minimum Experience Required

• Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent in Business, Finance, Economics, Engineering, or another relevant field.
• Strong cross‑functional collaboration skills with experience aligning stakeholders from Sales, Product, Finance, and Executive Leadership.
• Ability to translate market trends into strategic insights and business recommendations.
• Proficiency in applying analytical frameworks to derive insights from imperfect or incomplete data sources.
• Effective communicator with the ability to tailor insights to technical and non‑technical audiences, including senior leaders.
• Experience in both qualitative (interviews, focus groups) and quantitative (surveys, statistical analysis) research techniques.
• Strong Excel skills required; experience with SQL, R, Python, or similar tools is a plus.
• Skilled in data visualization and storytelling, with proficiency in Power BI and PowerPoint to create clear, engaging deliverables.

Preferred Skills And Experience

• 5+ years of experience in HVAC, Building Management Systems (BMS), Building Energy Management Systems (BEMS), Building Automation, or related industry.
• 5+ years in market intelligence, competitive analysis, corporate strategy, consulting, or a related field.

Compensation & Benefits

The range for this position is $150,900.00 to $271,600.00, varying with experience and location. Acuity offers generous benefits including health care, dental coverage, vision plans, 401K benefits, and commissions/incentive compensation where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, ethnicity, national origin, disability, pregnancy, religion, covered veteran status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.