Research Director (CPG)

WeAreAspire; New York (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global consultancy is seeking a Research Director based in New York. The ideal candidate should have significant experience in FMCG projects and a strong consulting background, particularly in insights, brand, or innovation. Responsibilities include managing client relationships and guiding teams while collaborating with partners on presentations and business development. This full-time position offers a competitive salary range of $180k - $200k, and the opportunity to work with world-class brands in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Proven success in managing client relationships with C-suite.
• Experience in moderating focus groups and workshops.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and business development skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage client relationships and guide teams to ensure quality work.
• Collaborate on presentations and business development initiatives.

Skills

MBA or equivalent degree

Consulting background

Client relationships

Problem solving

Project management

Qualitative research expertise

Thought leadership in innovation or brand strategy

Education

MBA or equivalent degree

Job description

JOB TITLE: Research Director (CPG)

SALARY: $180k - $200k DOE

LOCATION: New York - 4 days in the office

THE COMPANY

We are currently representing a global consultancy working at the intersection of strategy, brand, innovation and insight for a number of world-leading brands through turning bold ideas into action and unlocking meaningful growth. From global brands to hidden champions, they help organizations move with purpose and impact. For them, growth is a shared journey that elevates both their clients and their people.

They are currently looking to bring on a Research Director who has had a real focus and experience in working on FMCG projects.

KEY DUTIES

• Manage client relationships, guide teams, ensure quality work, and support firm growth and development initiatives.
• Collaborate with partners on presentations, business development, and building long-term, trusted client partnerships.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• MBA or equivalent degree with strong consulting background, ideally from an insight, brand or innovation led environment.
• Proven success in client relationships, problem solving, business development, and project management with C-suite.
• Qualitative expert, with strong experience in moderating focus groups, depth interviews and workshops. It is essential your work has had a innovation or brand strategy element and you are seen to be a thought leader in this space.

Interested in a position with this consultancy? Apply now and let's have a chat!

We Are Aspire Ltd are a Disability Confident Commited employer

Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Marketing

Industries

Market Research