Circana · 10 hours ago
Senior Director, Client Insights - Hybrid: Plano, TX or Purchase, NY
Plano, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$119K/yr - $135K/yr
7+ years expCircana is a leading provider of technology, AI, and data solutions for consumer packaged goods companies, manufacturers, and retailers. The Senior Director, Client Insights role focuses on supporting PepsiCo Foods US by using data and analytics to provide insights and recommendations that drive client growth and decision-making.
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Responsibilities
Drive Client Growth: Partner with a large, complex CPG client to support category and brand growth by identifying opportunities through data‑driven insights and a strong understanding of the business
Deliver Insight‑Led Solutions: Translate complex syndicated data into clear, actionable insights that help clients make informed decisions and understand the drivers behind performance
Collaborate Cross‑Functionally: Work closely with internal Client Insights, Analytics, and Product teams to deliver accurate, timely, and aligned insights that meet client needs
Maintain Industry Expertise: Stay current on CPG, consumer, and retail trends to provide informed context and strengthen client recommendations
Build Strategic Relationships: Develop and maintain strong working relationships with client stakeholders, operating as a trusted advisor who can confidently guide conversations and manage assertive partners
Utilize Sales Tools and Platforms: Leverage Circana data platforms and analytic tools to support analysis, reporting, and client deliverables
Champion Client Success: Ensure client satisfaction by delivering timely, relevant insights, proactively addressing questions, and consistently adding value to the relationship
Support Innovation and Feedback: Share client and market feedback with internal teams to help improve tools, data, and ways of working
Advanced Analytic Skills: Conceive, manage, and deliver fact‑based analyses using syndicated data, synthesizing findings into practical, executive‑ready insights
Qualification
Required
7–10+ years of experience in client insights, analytics, or market research
Hands‑on experience working with syndicated data in a CPG environment, either on the supplier or client side
Strong ability to translate data from tools such as Circana/IRI/NielsenIQ into clear, practical insights for senior stakeholders
Proven client management skills with comfort operating as a trusted advisor to large, complex clients or portfolios
Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills, with experience creating clear, executive‑ready storylines
Experience with analytics and visualization tools such as Power BI or Tableau
Comfort using modern analytics and AI‑enabled tools to support insight generation
Bachelor's degree in related field
Hybrid role based in Plano, TX or Purchase, NY, with an expectation of working on‑site 1–3 days per week
Benefits
Paid time off
Medical/dental/vision insurance
401(k)
Company
Circana
Circana consults on the complexities of customer behavior.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.2BKey Investors
Vestar Capital Partners
2024-04-23Private Equity· $1.2B
Leadership Team
Stuart Aitken
President and CEO of Circana
Holly Knightly
Chief Financial Officer
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