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Let\'s be unstoppable together!

Circana (formerly IRI and NPD) is the leading advisor on the complexity of consumer behavior. Through unparalleled technology, advanced analytics, cross-industry data, and deep expertise, we provide clarity that helps almost 7,000 of the world\'s leading brands and retailers take action and unlock business growth. We understand more about the complete consumer, the complete store, and the complete wallet so our clients can go beyond the data to apply insights, ignite innovation, meet consumer demand, and outpace the competition.

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.

Learn more at www.circana.com.

What will you be doing?

The CI Analyst III role will support a new Circana client in the Perimeter-Protein space as part of the dynamic, growing Fresh Foods practice. The Analyst will serve as the day-to-day Client Lead, advising and supporting all Circana data & insights efforts. Partnering with the Client Service Lead, the Analyst will ensure that the client secures maximum benefit of subscribed services and leads the client up the insights development curve. Further, the Analyst partner with all Circana Solution Leads (e.g., Analytics, Innovation, eComm) to leverage our massive toolkit to bolster the client\'s Marketing/Sales/Insights programs to yield Sales growth. This role is a terrific pathway to quickly build subject matter expertise and forge internal and external networks to fuel career development...and have fun along the way! The Fresh Foods practice enjoys a 90%+ Share of Protein manufacturer clients and is the data-of-record for all Associations and Wall Street...so come and be a part of the industry leadership!

Job Responsibilities

• Program Management: Lead regimented client engagement via meetings, communications, calendars, project trackers, presentations, etc.
• Data Advisory: Learn the nuances of Fresh data and educate the client on data complexities and continuous innovation. Solid Unify+ skills are key for both POS and Panel. Work with Unify Success Manager to build, deploy, and continuously update best-in-class reports.
• Analytics Advisory: Embed best-in-class approaches/methodologies to diagnose the business and make recommendations across the 4P\'s to drive growth. Continuously deliver insights packages via Unify+ and Excel/PPT deliverables...supplementing with industry thought leadership & qualitative insights.
• Solution Selling: Partner with dedicated internal Solution Leads to bring to bear the right solution(s) for the client\'s business imperatives and burning questions to growth their business. This requires gaining Solution SME, active listening, network-building, and creativity.
• Client Advocate: Lead all Circana client support activities from an internal operational perspective-manage the P&L, keep Dynamics CRM updated, participate in all Fresh/Perimeter CI/CS updates and initiatives, etc.

Requirements

• 3+ years of Circana-oriented CPG syndicated market research experience
• Intermediate to Expert level SME with Unify+ and/or similar OLAP tools
• Demonstrated mastery 4P anal tics to drive business growth recommendations through insights
• Strong communication skills-both written and verbal-to effectively and efficiently progress efforts forward
• Strong networking and teaming acumen given the myriad topics and Circana solutions
• A proactive \"go-getter\" who is excited to develop their career through effort and positivity

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 role:

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

Seek Clarity: Embracing complexity to create clarity and inspire action

Own the Outcome: Being accountable for decisions and taking ownership of our choices

Center on the Client: Relentlessly adding value for our customers

Be a Challenger: Never complacent, always striving for continuous improvement

Champion Inclusivity: Fostering trust in relationships engaging with empathy, respect and integrity

Commit to each other: Contributing to making Circana a great place to w