Market Research Manager / Lead

Lead market research projects & oversee a team of research analysts

What you will do:

• Lead market and competitor research to identify industry trends, assess market opportunities and size, and provide industry insights.
• Conduct market research and financial analysis on Ecolabs industries, customers, competitors, and products to support strategy development.
• Manage primary and secondary market research projects.
• Partner with stakeholders to support decision-making with well-researched analysis and actionable intelligence.
• Lead and co-lead analysis presentation calls, discussing research findings, conclusions, and specific business recommendations.
• Lead projects and mentor team members, ensuring high-quality output and generating meaningful insights & deliverables
• Manage workflow, mentor team growth, and provide necessary training

Qualifications:

• Master's degree, preferably an MBA with 8+ years of experience in strategic consulting, market research, market intelligence, corporate strategy, or corporate development.

Skills:

• Team and project management skills
• Strong relationship management and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to simplify complex data and reports, and present strategic action items to internal stakeholders
• Strong expertise in primary/secondary research and market assessment
• Knowledge of market trends, customer expectations, and economic analysis
• Ability to articulate insights concisely, both written and verbal
• Well-read on various subjects, with the ability to interpret macro-economic factors
• Proficient in English communication, report writing, and presentation skills
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
• Experience with market industry data tools like Euromonitor, IBIS World, Circana/NPD, AlphaSense