Contract Manager, User and Market Insights

Contract Manager, User and Market Insights

Employment Type: 6 Month Contract Position
Pay Range: $35.00-$45.00 per hour
Work Schedule and Hours: Onsite - 24 Hours a week, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.
Location: Vernon Hills, IL

Are you passionate about transforming data into strategic business insights? Do you thrive in collaborative environments where research and analysis drive impactful decisions? We are seeking a dynamic Contract Manager to support our User and Market Insights team—playing a crucial role in shaping our understanding of consumers, shoppers, and market landscapes. This part-time, 24-hour/week position offers an exciting opportunity to work closely with cross-functional teams and influence key business strategies across product platforms, brands, channels, and customer segments.

In this role, you will support the execution of high-priority research initiatives, synthesize diverse data sources, and craft clear, actionable insights. By leveraging your expertise in qualitative and quantitative research, you’ll help inform innovation, branding, pricing strategies, and commercialization efforts. Your contributions will directly impact how our company understands market trends and consumer behaviors, positioning you as a vital contributor to our business growth.

Required Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Research, Data Science, Statistics, Behavioral Research, or User Research
• Over 3 years’ experience supporting or executing qualitative and quantitative research methods, including vendor management
• Strong storytelling and data synthesis skills, with the ability to translate complex insights into clear recommendations
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills, including creating executive summaries and reports
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with ERP systems (SAP, Business Objects, etc.)
• Ability to independently manage multiple workstreams within a flexible schedule and escalate issues promptly

Nice to Have Skills:

• Experience moderating focus groups and conducting in-depth interviews
• Background in Consumer Packaged Goods or Hardware & Home Improvement industries
• Business analysis skills related to market and competitive landscape evaluation
• Prior experience supporting vendor management activities and coordinating research projects

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
• 3 years of hands-on research support or execution experience, particularly in insights, consulting, or client-side roles

Other Requirements:

• Availability to work on-site or hybrid as determined by business needs
• Consistent attendance during core business hours on Tuesday through Thursday
• Capable of attending key meetings and collaborating closely with cross-functional teams

Join us in shaping a deeper understanding of our markets and consumers while advancing your career in a collaborative, impactful environment. If you are ready to leverage your research expertise to drive strategic decisions, we encourage you to apply today!

About Trova Advisory Group

Trova Advisory Group specializes in delivering a comprehensive array of staffing solutions tailored to meet the diverse needs of businesses across multiple sectors. Our expertise spans clerical, administrative, financial, and professional roles, offered through flexible arrangements including temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct hire services.

We pride ourselves on providing top-tier talent solutions that empower organizations to thrive in today’s competitive market.

Trova Advisory Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all individuals are welcomed and supported.

If you require reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact us at recruiters@gotrova.com. Include the nature of your request and your contact information.

Trova Advisory Group offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical and dental options for all eligible employees.

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