Market Researcher
We have an immediate need for a Market Researcherto work full time and directly for one of our clients located in Canada – this role will report into the General Manager in Ontario. Primary focus will begin in Ontario. The following are the requirements:
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible within the organization for supporting the development of consumer, customer, and business commercial insights to drive strategic decisions by:
• Providing support to the business through on time and effective volume, execution, and market performance reports.
• Contributing to the measurement and evaluation of all programs used to drive performance.
• Conduct research too derive trends that facilitate business strategy and performance targets.
• Support in provision of critical information needed to develop and set key performance targets and overall business strategic planning.
• Assist in developing and tracking commercial and marketing targets, programs, and plans.
• Share insights on consumer/customer insights and market trends to apply this intelligence to our business processes and decisions that will drive our portfolio, category, and brand strategies.
• Ensure the delivery of business performance reports in a timely manner to ensure all targets are met and where necessary corrective action to address gaps are taken; Working closely with Distributor to ensure relevant and accurate data is provided.
• Work closely with General Manager and Technical Sales Representative to ensure all trade activities, programs and promotions are properly evaluated to maximize returns on investments.
• Assist in defining and executing the right research and processes to fill knowledge gaps and convert technical knowledge into practical applications to deliver the right tools and approaches to drive our business agenda.

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s Degree with emphasis on Marketing/Research/Strategic planning; the equivalent qualified by experience.
• Junior Engineer with emphasis on research and data collection.
• Experience and proven understanding of Trade and Import/Export Canadian Regulations

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in sales, commerce, data analysis, data mining or market research
• Proficiency in Microsoft
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Knowledge of Microsoft Power Point and word processing applications
• Experience in data mining tools
• Excellent quantitative/analytical skills
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Excellent interpersonal and time management skills
• Ability to work well under pressure and to meet deadlines
• Knowledge and experience working within industrial, polyethylene industry research
• Knowledge of market segments but not exclusive to: Chemical and Petrochemical, Commercial Manufacturing, Construction, Agriculture, Marine, and Packaging
• Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice, as determined by business needs

Appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the recruitment and hiring process as required by Company policy and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).
Our client offers attractive compensation packages including salary, extended benefit package and expense account along with a dynamic and challenging work environment. If you are interested in this position, please submit your resume with salary expectation.
We thank you in advance for your application but only those selected for interview will be contacted. No phone calls please
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $52,500.00-$63,400.00 per year
Ability to commute/relocate:

• Sarnia, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Data analysis skills: 5 years (required)
• Data collection: 5 years (required)

Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 2024-09-06