Marketing Research Analyst (Hybrid)

Company Description

We’re part of Informa, a global business with a network of trusted brands in specialist markets across 
more than 30 countries, and a member of the FTSE 100. Our purpose is to connect our customers to information and people that help them know more, do more and be more. No other company in the world helps more people share professional knowledge or make  business connections.

We run around 800 events each year, create digital platforms based on engaging news and information 
content, and operate professional development programmes for individuals and businesses.

Technomic, has provided food service clients around the globe with the research, insights and strategic consulting support they need to enhance their business strategies, decisions and results. Our services range from major research studies and management consulting solutions to online databases and simple fact-finding assignments. Our clients include food manufacturers and distributors, restaurants and retailers, other foodservice organizations, and various institutions aligned with the food industry.

Job Description

The Technomic division of Informa Connect is seeking a highly-motivated research analyst to join our fast-paced client research project team. The ideal candidate will have strong data analysis, writing and project management skills, demonstrate aptitude for strategic thinking and problem solving, and a track record of working successfully both independently and as part of a team. Postion responsibilites will include: 

• Assist clients in the production of customized reports utilizing Technomic’s foodservice market research reports and analytics tools
• Analyze financial, menu and consumer data to effectively identify and illustrate key foodservice industry trends
• Write key takeaways around research data to summarize, interpret and translate findings into actionable insights and business opportunities
• Integrate consumer findings with menu and secondary information to pull out overarching themes and provide a clear, concise story identifying implications and recommendations
• Work cross-functionally across the products and programs team supporting program research and ad hoc requests.
• Adhere to timelines and assist with other initiatives as needed
• Ideal candidate would possess an equal balance of analytical skill and creativity (PowerPoint design, storytelling, resourcefulness)

Qualifications

• Ability to adhere to a  hybrid position, in our downtown Chicago office two days a week. 
• 0-2 years of experience with strong storytelling, especially in converting data trends into actionable insights
• High skill level using Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables
• Knowledge or experience in the food service industry preferred
• Expert-level user of PowerPoint with strong data visualization skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proven ability to execute multiple tasks and work within given deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail

Additional Information

The salary for this role is 48,000k — 50,000k USD depending on experience. 

Why work at Informa

We work hard to make sure Life at Informa is rewarding, supportive and enjoyable for everyone. Here’s 
some of what you can expect when you join us. But don’t just take our word for it – see what our 
colleagues have to say at LifeAt.Informa.com

Our benefits include:

• Freedom & flexibility: colleagues rate us highly for the flexibility and trust they receive, and we support a range of working patterns
• Great community: a welcoming culture with in-person and online social events, our fantastic Walk the World charity day and active diversity and inclusion networks 
• Broader impact: take up to four days per year to volunteer, with charity match funding 
  available too
•  Career opportunity: the opportunity to develop your career with bespoke training and 
  learning, mentoring platforms and on-demand access to thousands of courses on LinkedIn 
  Learning. When it’s time for the next step, we encourage and support internal job moves
• Time out: 15 days PTO rising to 20 after three years and 25 after six years, plus 10 national 
  holidays, a birthday leave day and the chance to work from (almost!) anywhere for up to four 
  weeks a year 
• Competitive benefits, including a 401k match, health, vision and dental insurance, parental 
  leave and an ESPP offering company shares at a minimum 15% discount 
• Strong wellbeing support through EAP assistance, mental health first aiders, free access to a 
  wellness app and more
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