Purpose of the PositionLeading the Arby's Consumer Insights team, the Sr. Manager is responsible for all facets of research and insights development across the Arby's brand and acts as the primary strategic business partner and “Voice of the Consumer” for the brand team. This person will lead a team of research professionals who work closely with the Brand Experience, Strategy Culinary, Category Management, and IMC teams to deliver insights and recommendations that inform the innovation pipeline, advertising creative, consumer targeting and overall brand strategy. This person will be the subject matter expert for the Arby's brand team and be experienced in identifying research methodologies, conducting consumer research, executing product tests, and turning data into actionable recommendations for maximum impact. This person will also lead the research planning process and manage the Consumer Insights budget for the Arby's brand. This role will be based in the Atlanta Support Center.ResponsibilitiesInterface with key brand leaders (VP/CMO) to develop learning plans, present research findings and drive organizational prioritiesRepresent the “voice of the consumer” in brand discussions ensuring the consumer is considered in all brand decisionsManage the product research processes that inform product ideation, development, and execution. These include product concept screeners, concept tests, CLT taste tests and buyer reactions studiesMonitor and report Arby's brand health metrics and advertising creative evaluationsBe the brand expert on the Arby's and BR consumer target and segmentation analysisConduct ad hoc research and analysis that inform menu design and product optimization (e.g., TURF studies, focus groups, menu testing)Identify and provide actionable insights from industry sources and consumer trends to impact brand strategy and product innovationLead, coach and manage the Arby's Consumer Insights team to deliver timely research, project deliverables, insights, and custom analysisSocialize insights across Inspire Brands, making connections between business partners where relevantEducation QualificationsBachelor's Degree in Marketing, Business, Statistics, Social Science, or similarPreferred: Master's Degree in Market Research or related fieldExperience Qualification7-10 years of experience in Market Research, Consumer Insights, or related fieldPreferred: Client- and vendor-side consumer insights experienceRequired Knowledge, Skills or AbilitiesSignificant experience designing and leading both qualitative and quantitative research studies, with expertise in techniques and methodologiesA passion for solving business problems using data driven methods and information (data discovery, data visualization and data mining)Experience with survey programming tools such as Qualtrics or Decipher; knowledge of SPSS is a plusAbility to synthesize and translate consumer research into strong actionable insights to address business challengesProven collaboration, strategic thinking, and leadership skillsExcellent communication and presentation skills, especially the ability to explain difficult concepts and insights in applicable business terms. Strong ability to summarize insights into (PowerPoint) presentations in clear and understandable calls to actionExperience leading a team and influencing senior management thinkingStrong analytical, project and time management skillsAbility to travel 10% of time#J-18808-Ljbffr
