Senior Manager/Director/VP - Primary Research

Job Role: Senior Manager/Director/VP - Primary Research Head

Experience: 12-18 years

Job Location: Noida (Work from Office)

Notice Period: 0 to 60 days

Overview:

Inviting applications for a seasoned research leader, bearing profound expertise in directing and implementing B2B and B2C research initiatives. As a [Senior Manager/Director/VP], your robust background in primary research, gleaned from diverse industry sectors, will be fundamental in fortifying and propelling our research capacities.

KPIs:

1. B2B and B2C Research Expertise:

- Steered primary research projects, ensuring refined delivery of B2B and B2C insights.

- Leverage intrinsic understanding and expertise to aptly navigate the nuances and demands of both B2B and B2C research contexts.

2. Strategic Research Leadership:

- Pioneer the development and deployment of innovative and accurate primary research methodologies, ensuring actionable insights for our B2B and B2C clientele.

3. Client Management:

- Employ proven expertise in nurturing and managing B2B and B2C client relationships, ensuring alignment of research outputs with client objectives and strategic aspirations.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Research Leadership:

- Lead, design, and manage complex primary and secondary research projects across multiple sectors.

- Ensure that research projects are delivered on time, within scope, and budget.

2. Client Management:

- Establish and nurture relationships with both B2B and B2C research clients, understanding their needs and aligning research deliverables accordingly.

- Manage client expectations and ensure delivery of high-quality research output.

3. Research Methodology and Implementation:

- Oversee the design and execution of research methodologies, including but not limited to surveys, interviews, focus groups, and observational research.

- Ensure the integration of various research techniques like Conjoint Analysis, MaxDiff, TURF Analysis, etc., to derive insightful data.

4. Team Management and Development:

- Lead and develop a high-performance research team, ensuring they are aligned with the organization's objectives.

- Mentor and guide team members, facilitating their professional growth.

5. Business Development:

- Identify new business opportunities, forge alliances, and drive the expansion of research services.

- Participate in and lead pitches for new business, demonstrating exceptional research capabilities.

6. Quality Assurance:

- Implement and oversee quality assurance protocols to ensure that research data, findings, and reports are accurate, reliable, and comply with relevant standards.

7. Knowledge Management:

- Stay abreast of industry trends and ensure the research team is updated with emerging methodologies and tools.

8. Strategic Planning:

- Collaborate with organizational leaders to align research activities with strategic objectives.

- Provide strategic inputs based on research findings to guide decision-making processes.

Qualifications and Experience: Educational Qualification:

- Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Statistics, or related field. A Master's degree or equivalent is preferred.

Experience:

- Minimum 8 years of experience in research delivery with reputed global consulting and market research firms

- Proven expertise in leading and managing large-scale B2B and B2C research projects across varied sectors.

- A robust portfolio of managing primary research engagements employing varied techniques such as Market Surveys, Interviews, Focus Group Discussions, Ethnography, etc.

Key Competencies:

- Analytical Skills: High proficiency in data analysis and deriving actionable insights.

- Communication Skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex research findings in an understandable manner.

- Leadership: Proven leadership capabilities and experience in managing and developing teams.

- Client Management: Ability to manage client relationships, and expectations, and deliver value consistently.

- Project Management: Proficient in managing multiple, concurrent projects ensuring timeliness and quality.

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this position. The actual duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may vary based on assignment or group.