Strategic Consumer Insights Lead - Fruity Candy (NA)

Mars, Incorporated and its Affiliates

Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 119,000 - 164,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Mars, Incorporated and its Affiliates seeks an experienced Manager of Consumer Insights – Fruity Candy, North America to lead the consumer and human intelligence agenda for the Fruity Confections portfolio. This role will be a critical thought partner to NA and Global Fruity Candy teams, shaping business strategy and growth opportunities with consumer-centric insights.

The ideal candidate translates data into compelling business recommendations, partners across Marketing, Sales, R&D, Innovation,

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Consumer Insights, Psychology, Statistics, or Economics is required.
  • Advanced degree is a plus.
  • 5+ years of progressive experience in Consumer Insights, Market Research, Marketing or Strategy.

Responsibilities

  • Drive the Consumer Insights agenda to support NA Fruity Candy priorities.
  • Develop deep understanding of consumers, shoppers, occasions and trends.
  • Translate insights into business recommendations and measurable actions.
  • Collaborate with Marketing, Sales, R&D, Innovation and Strategy across teams.
  • Identify growth opportunities and influence strategic decisions.
  • Manage external research agencies and budgets.

Skills

Consumer insights
Strategic thinking
Cross-functional collaboration
Market research
Data synthesis
Storytelling & insights
Agency management

Education

Bachelor's in Marketing/Business/Insights
Advanced degree a plus

Job description

Mars, Incorporated and its Affiliates seeks an experienced Manager of Consumer Insights – Fruity Candy, North America to lead the consumer and human intelligence agenda for the Fruity Confections portfolio. This role will be a critical thought partner to NA and Global Fruity Candy teams, shaping business strategy and growth opportunities with consumer-centric insights.

The ideal candidate translates data into compelling business recommendations, partners across Marketing, Sales, R&D, Innovation,

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