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The Sound · 10 hours ago

Manager/Sr. Manager - Quantitative Research

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$80K/yr - $90K/yr

3+ years exp

The Sound is a Global Exploration, Strategy, and Innovation consulting agency located in Chicago. They are seeking a Manager/Sr. Manager for Quantitative Research to manage and support quant research projects across various industries, ensuring timely delivery and quality of data while crafting narratives that resonate with clients.

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Responsibilities

Collaborating and contributing within a core team of quantitative consultants as well as a broader team of qualitative consultants, project managers, and design experts

Serving as the primary project lead for small to mid-scale research projects, managing timelines and resources to ensure accurate, on-time delivery

Supporting larger, more complex projects, thinking creatively and efficiently

Drafting surveys that range in complexity, ensuring logic and flow are optimized for respondents

Managing supplier relationships, overseeing programming, data collection, and data processing to ensure data quality and timeliness

Synthesizing complex data sets, moving beyond 'data reporting' to more meaningful analysis, identifying the 'so-what' that connects data points to a client’s business strategy

Crafting narratives to tell human stories that impact the client’s business, including drafting compelling deliverables (toplines, reports, etc.) that distill complex findings into clear insights

Building strong client relationships as primary point of contact for key accounts, managing expectations and providing proactive project updates

Collaborating with senior leadership to identify and deliver on new business opportunities, including contribution to proposals and marketing efforts

Mentoring junior talent and managing freelancers, providing direction and constructive feedback

Qualification

Quantitative research experienceSurvey designAdvanced analytics techniquesExcel/Sheets proficiencySPSS knowledgeData-informed decision-makingWriting skillsHigh emotional intelligenceCreative mindset

Required

At least 3 years prior hands-on quantitative primary (survey-based) research experience

A creative and strategic mindset when it comes to data

Experience designing and delivering on quantitative-led approaches, such as A&U, Brand Tracking, Concept Evaluation, Copy Testing, Jobs To Be Done, and Segmentation

Familiarity with design and application of advanced analytics techniques, such as MaxDiff, TURF and Conjoint analysis

Working knowledge of Excel/Sheets, PPT/Slides/Keynote, and Word/Docs; knowledge of DisplayR, SPSS, Decipher, or similar software a plus

Strong writing skills are an absolute must, as compelling and impactful storytelling is at the heart of our philosophy

High emotional intelligence and capacity for self accountability

Courage to stand up for what's right, even when unpopular

Data-informed decision-making balanced with human-centered values

Ability to obtain a passport for required domestic and international travel

Benefits

A healthy work/life integration – office closures during the following: 13 holidays; Winter Break; Summer Fridays; 4-day Company retreat

Leave benefits tailored to your needs: 4 weeks’ vacation leave; 2 weeks’ sick leave; sabbatical leave every 5 years

Health Benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, Life, EAP

Flexible Spending, Health Spending, Dependent care and Transit programs

Retirement match program; Cell phone reimbursement program; Travel Insurance

Gender-neutral parental leave, Adoption Assistance program and Caregiver Program

Tuition Reimbursement/Continuing Education program, Internal development opportunities

Constant acknowledgment of your performance with shout-outs, bonus incentives, and recognition along the way!

Hybrid-work position - With a flexible work schedule, you can hit the gym, catch your kid's big game, take your fur baby for a walk, or meet with friends for an extended lunch – we treat you like a grown-up!