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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.

Position Overview: This role supports Kraft Heinz, one of the world’s largest food and beverage companies, and has on-site requirements at the client office 2-3 days per week in Chicago, IL.

You will be responsible for working with our client as a valued business partner. Key responsibilities include providing value-added insights and thought leadership, to help frame brand and marketing strategy. Use your energy and motivation to evaluate research data, find key points, and recommend action steps to directly impact the bottom line for our clients.

Job Responsibilities

• Use a systematic approach to solving problems that involve breaking it into smaller pieces, tracking the implications of situations, generating multiple alternatives, and making comparisons of potential solutions before taking action
• Drive to achieve high-quality results through effective data integrity
• Determine effort and resources required to meet objectives; able to plan, coordinate, and manage resources effectively to ensure task completion
• Consistently act with client satisfaction in mind and follow through on commitments to ensure the client's needs are met

This role has the opportunity to lead, develop, and manage 1-2 direct reports. 

Requirements

• 5 years of experience with syndicated data, analytics, or category management required
• Experience with syndicated tools (Circana/IRI/Nielsen etc.) utilizing point-of-sale (POS) and Consumer Panel data is required
• Marketing experience with a premier Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) company or other companies using syndicated or point-of-sale (POS) data
• Demonstrated expertise in translating data and analysis into relevant implications
• Expertise in Microsoft Office: Excel, PowerPoint, Word
• Strong project management and process skills
• Ability to engage in a consultative manner with clients when helping solve/manage content deliverables 
• Bachelor's Degree in a related field

Circana Behaviors

As well as the technical skills, experience, and attributes 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 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 work for everyone

Location

This position can be located in the following area(s): Chicago, IL

The below range reflects the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future. An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, any collective bargaining agreements, and business or organizational needs. The salary range for this role is $64,000 to $110,000.

This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k) to eligible employees.

You can apply for this role through the Circana Careers website or Intranet site for internal candidates.

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