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At Circana, we are fueled by our passion for continuous learning and growth, we seek and share feedback freely, and we celebrate victories both big and small in an environment that is flexible and accommodating to our work and personal lives. We have a global commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion as we believe in the undeniable strength that diversity brings to our business, employees, clients, and communities. With us, you can always bring your full self to work. Join our inclusive, committed team to be a challenger, own outcomes, and stay curious together. Circana is proud to be Certified by Great Place To Work. This prestigious award is based entirely on what current employees say about their experience working at Circana.

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Position Overview

In this role, you\'ll utilize data, analytics, and insights to drive growth strategies and tackle vital business challenges for a dynamic client. We\'re seeking candidates with prior experience in market research, consumer-packaged goods (CPG), or marketing services, who also possess a deep interest in analyzing data to uncover actionable insights into consumer behavior, shopping trends, retail dynamics, and market performance. Strong analytical, storytelling, and communication skills are essential.

This is a people leader role and will oversee a team of 2 direct reports.

Job Responsibilities

Client Insights Consultants at Circana possess and execute four key skill sets:

Advanced Analytic Skills: Showcase proficiency in analyzing and interpreting data to devise meaningful solutions for clients:

• Approach clients with coherent, fact-based data and recommendations tailored to their business needs.
• Consistently deliver analytical solutions and business insights to address any business gaps or opportunities, driving value for the client.
• Identify business issues and opportunities, offering appropriate analytic solutions and approaches.

Consultative Selling: Utilize business, industry, and domain knowledge to identify, develop, and close business opportunities:

• Pose probing questions to challenge assumptions and push beyond the status quo.
• Synthesize information across diverse issues and translate it into project frameworks that deliver client solutions.

Impactful Presence: Demonstrate exceptional interpersonal communication and presentation skills, projecting a professional image:

• Build trust with clients, Circana client solutions teams, cross-functional Circana organizations, and business partners, positioning oneself as a domain expert and valuable partner.
• Exhibit adaptability in communication, swiftly tailoring messages to the appropriate level or function with confidence and polish.

Client Focus: Consistently prioritize client satisfaction and uphold commitments to meet their needs:

• Cultivate a deep understanding of customer needs and requirements.
• Proactively assist customers in identifying solutions to unaddressed challenges.
• Maintain regular, proactive communication with client-facing teams, actively soliciting feedback to enhance the relationship.
• Effectively track and manage multiple work streams across various clients, adeptly allocating time and resources to evolving priorities.

Requirements

• 5+ years of relevant experience in marketing, sales, insights, or related functions, preferably within a Consumer-Packaged Goods (CPG), Research, or Marketing Services company.
• Proficiency with Circana/IRI syndicated data tools is a requirement.
• Demonstrated expertise in utilizing and integrating mul iple data sources (point-of-sale, panel, etc.) to address client business challenges, delivering data-driven insights and implications.
• Proven experience in people leadership, including managing teams, mentoring, or coaching, OR equivalent experience in roles requiring significant collaboration, influence, and team development.
• Skilled in engaging clients in a consultative manner to effectively solve and manage content deliverables.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Proven ability to successfully partner with cross-functional teams to achieve desired business outcomes.
• Bachelor\'s Degree in a related field.

Circana Behaviors

As well as the technical skills, experience, and attributes that are required for the role, our shared behaviors sit at the core of our organization. Therefore, we always look for people who can continuously champion these behaviors throughout the business within their day-to-day roles:

Stay Curious: Being hungry to learn and grow, always asking the b