Director, MEFF Consulting

Job Description

Job Description The primary role of the APAC delivery leader is to have ultimate responsibility for delivery of MEFF solutions to the NIQ client organizations in APAC region. This includes working closely with sales in pitching and scoping of projects, coordinating resources, managing stakeholders, delivering insights, recommendations and tools related to media effectiveness to our clients. You will work together with some of the largest FMCG & Tech Durable companies, helping them to make the right choices for their Media investment strategy. Your insights will influence decisions for some of today’s leading global brands that covers social, digital and traditional media activities both at a tactical and strategic level. He/she will be responsible for managing and coordinating all aspects of our client engagements, which includes synchronization of required internal resources, conducting analysis of results, simulating client plans, creating deliverable materials, and supporting presentation/training/tool deliveries. This position is off-site and some travel is required. Additionally, this position has joint revenue responsibility for the region with sales. CSAT from clients is an integral part of the KPIs for this position. Responsibilities: Closely work with sales in pitching and winning projects Solutioning, Designing, executing, presenting and implementing analytic insights related to media analytics and tools to meet clients’ research objectives Ensure pro-active insights and action-oriented solutions are delivered to our clients by being an expert in your practice area(s) and data/insight storytelling, with an ability to explain methodologies behind all key analytical solutions to the client Work as a part of an international project team that helps FMCG & Tech Durable clients measure, model, optimize and consult on their Media activities Manage team resources, timelines and priorities both internally and externally, sometimes consisting of moving targets and conflicting deadlines Creatively find ways to enhance the capabilities of our Advanced Analytics team through ideation, process improvements, best practices, skills development/coaching or cross-functional initiatives Drive client value, successful implementation and ongoing usage/integration of analytic solutions focusing on activation based outcomes Partner with the sales organization to grow the media effectiveness analytics business Coordinate project execution between teams of experts, this will involve liaison with clients, publishers, media agencies and remote NIQ teams Qualifications General Skills & Competencies Expertise in Manufacturer Marketing and Media functions as well as media agencies Experience and expertise with media effectiveness analytics, including marketing mix, attribution model etc Strong logic, deductive reasoning, problem solving and critical thinking skills Skilled & polished communicator, including group presentations and storytelling Robust project management skills Demonstrated mastery in data analysis & application to client business issues, including designing custom solutions to address client business objectives and deliver client value from the engagement Demonstrated strength in maintaining positive client relationships in complex situations & resolving client issues with the ability to interface with client executives (VPs, Directors etc.) Strong people management and team leadership skills to promote a strong team culture, positive work environment and associate skills development Able to work collaboratively with internal & external teams Strong sense of urgency and accountability to drive client outcomes CPG industry knowledge, experience and acumen Consistently drives best practices, process improvements and thought leadership to advance the business Background And Technical Skills Bachelor's degree required MBA or advanced/analytics degree preferred 15 plus years of relevant experience in Market Research, Consumer Packaged Goods, Consulting, Analytics, Media Strong analytic background and knowledge of statistical or data science methodologies and applications Strong Marketing/Research background Additional Information Our Benefits Flexible working environment Volunteer time off LinkedIn Learning Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP) About NIQ NIQ is the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. 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