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Research Manager / Sr. Manager, Custom Insights & Strategy

Location: Remote

Overview

Collage Group is the only cultural intelligence engine that fuses consumer, industry, and brand data to provide brands with insights on the why behind consumers’ behaviors – so they can act quickly to fuel revenue and brand growth. Powered by 28B points of data and AI workflows, we're helping 250+ of the world's largest brands win with key growth audiences.

Collage Group is seeking a Research Manager / Senior Research Manager to join our Custom Insights market research team in our mission to uncover hidden truths and immersive human insights that propel brands forward.

In this role, you will lead full service custom market research engagements across both Quantitative and Qualitative methodologies. You will serve as a strategic thought partner to major brand clients, synthesizing insights from primary data and Collage’s proprietary cultural intelligence assets to deliver actionable, high-impact stories that drive confidence in decision-making.

Note: This is a consumer market research position and not a business analyst, UX research, or evaluation research role.

Responsibilities

• Full Service Research Execution: Manage and execute custom quantitative and qualitative research studies from kickoff to presentation, championing research quality at every stage of the process. This includes ownership of tasks such as questionnaire and discussion guide design, field management, survey and data QC, data analysis, and reporting (quant and qual data visualization in PowerPoint).
• Insight Generation & Storytelling: Synthesize both qualitative and quantitative data into strategic research reports with compelling narratives to inspire clients to action. Serve as the representative of the consumer voice, delivering culturally fluent insights on under-represented audiences and an empathetic perspective on consumer tensions.
• Project Management: Oversee project timelines and task execution to ensure projects are completed on time, meet research objectives, and drive client delight and loyalty.
• Team Collaboration: Partner closely with project team members and vendors to ensure alignment on task division, timelines, and project objectives. Help the team proactively problem-solve by flagging any capacity, quality, or timing issues early. Provide direction and mentorship to junior analysts on project teams (e.g., slide building best practices). Note: This role does not have direct reports/management responsibilities.
• Client Servicing: Serve as the client contact on key projects or support project lead on client management and communication. Lead project kick off calls and presentations, ensuring research objectives and core business questions are addressed with meaningful insights and brand-specific recommendations.

Experience

• 5-8+ years demonstrated experience in consumer market research (agency, supplier, or consultancy side preferred)
• Strong hands-on proficiency in both quantitative (survey design, statistical analysis, data visualization) and qualitative research techniques (discussion guide design, online bulletin boards, IDIs, focus groups, qualitative data analysis & reporting)
• Proven track record of creating visually compelling, action-oriented presentation decks that translate complex data into clear recommendations for non-researchers and senior executive audiences
• Experience directly working with clients (e.g., presenting research findings to key client stakeholders)
• Intellectually curious, with a passion for consumer culture, human behavior, and brainstorming insights and creative research design
• Highly organized, able to manage multiple tasks or projects concurrently, strong follow-through on deadlines, and a passion for high-quality research
• Equally comfortable in a collaborative, co-creative team environment and with self-directed responsibilities
• Advanced proficiency in Excel & PowerPoint
• Experience with survey platforms (e.g., Decipher, Qualtrics) and qualitative platforms (e.g., Recollective, Qualboard, Discuss.io), analytical/statistical tools a plus (e.g., SPSS, R)
• Spanish language proficiency a plus

Target Compensation:$75,000 - $100,000 + bonus

Invested in Your Well-Being:

We don’t just hire employees; we invest in people. Your health is our priority, which is why we offer premium medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your loved ones. We believe in a life outside of work, supported by a generous PTO program that includes 12 company holidays, a floating holiday, and a dedicated day for you to give back to a cause you love. We’re also proud to support growing families with 8 weeks of fully paid parental leave for all parents, regardless of path to parenthood. Finally, we help you build for tomorrow with a competitive 401(k) match—because your future is just as important as your present.

Details regarding our Benefits can be found on our Careers Page.

All full time direct employees must be authorized to work in the United States, and must be US-based. Please note that while we are happy to hire remote unless otherwise stated in the job description, we are only able to employ people in the following US States: CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, IL, IN, KS, MD, MA, MN, MO, NJ, NY, NC, OH, PA, RI, TN, TX, VA and DC.

Important: If you have not interviewed directly with an authorized representative of Collage and you receive a job offer, do not respond or provide any personal information. This is likely a fraudulent attempt. Collage will never request sensitive information (such as your Social Security number, banking details, or passwords) before a formal interview process.

About Us: Collage is the only AI-enabled cultural intelligence engine that provides brands with curated, actionable, cultural insights to accelerate revenue growth. Only Collage fuses consumer, brand and industry insights from 26 billion primary data points to provide brands with unparalleled depth of insights on the why behind consumers’ behaviors. The combination of the always-on, easy to use, updated daily tech platform with the best-in-class cultural strategists provides a unique competitive advantage for the world’s leading brands. Collage enables marketers and insights professionals to futureproof their brands, identify and win with the fastest-growing segments, increase brand resonance and loyalty, and authentically activate across all the marketing levers. Founded in 2009, culture has always been at the company’s core. Collage is a National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC) certified minority-owned small business.

Collage Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Originally posted on Himalayas

As a Senior Research Manager, you will serve as the primary owner of complex custom research programs for some of the world's most recognized brands. You will be responsible for independently leading research engagements from study design through final delivery, ensuring projects are executed with excellence while generating actionable insights that drive meaningful business decisions.

This role requires a strong combination of research expertise, analytical rigor, client management, and strategic storytelling. Senior Research Managers serve as the day-to-day leaders of their projects, partnering closely with Directors and Analysts while maintaining ownership of project execution, insight development, client communication, and overall delivery.

The ideal candidate is a highly organized and intellectually curious researcher with experience managing complex quantitative research studies. Experience supporting technology clients, longitudinal research programs, and/or brand tracking studies is highly desirable.

Key Responsibilities

Research Leadership & Project Ownership

• Serve as the primary owner and day-to-day leader of research engagements, managing all phases of project execution from kickoff through final delivery
• Independently lead multiple concurrent projects while ensuring timelines, budgets, quality standards, and client expectations are consistently met
• Proactively identify project risks, develop solutions, and navigate complex stakeholder environments
• Coordinate effectively with internal teams, international hub partners, vendors, and operational stakeholders to ensure seamless project execution

Research Design & Methodology

• Lead questionnaire development, survey design, sampling approaches, and overall study methodology
• Provide strategic guidance on research design to ensure studies deliver actionable and decision-oriented insights
• Manage and monitor fieldwork, data quality controls, and data processing activities
• Oversee project specifications and ensure research outputs meet the highest standards of quality and rigor
• Apply expertise across a variety of quantitative and qualitative methodologies, with experience in longitudinal studies and brand tracking considered a strong advantage

Analytics & Insight Development

• Act as a consultant providing clients with expert opinions on study design and results interpretation and leveraging appropriate business acumen to guide them through implications
• Lead the analysis and interpretation of complex data sets, identifying key trends, patterns, opportunities, and risks
• Translate research findings into compelling business narratives that address client objectives and support decision making
• Develop executive-level perspectives, strategic implications, and actionable recommendations
• Support ad hoc analytical requests through direct data interrogation and manipulation
• Demonstrate proficiency with SPSS and related analytical tools to efficiently execute data reviews, answer client questions, and conduct exploratory analyses
• Leverage AI-powered tools and emerging technologies thoughtfully and responsibly to accelerate workflows, increase productivity, enhance analytical depth, and improve the quality of research outputs while maintaining analytical rigor

Client Leadership & Communication

• Serve as the primary day-to-day contact for clients, building strong working relationships through consistent communication and outstanding service
• Lead client meetings, project updates, working sessions, and results presentations with confidence and professionalism
• Demonstrate exceptional executive presence and communication skills when presenting findings to senior stakeholders
• Translate complex research findings into concise, clear, and actionable recommendations tailored to business audiences
• Partner with Directors to increase the strategic value delivered to clients and identify opportunities to strengthen engagement

Storytelling & Deliverables

• Develop polished, executive-ready presentations, reports, and strategic recommendations
• Create compelling data visualizations and clear narratives that simplify complex research findings
• Ensure all deliverables are accurate, visually engaging, strategically relevant, and aligned with client needs
• Mentor junior team members on effective storytelling, analytical thinking, and research best practices

Team Leadership & Development

• Provide guidance and coaching to Associate Research Managers and Analysts
• Foster a collaborative environment focused on quality, continuous improvement, and professional development
• Share best practices and contribute to the evolution of research processes, analytical approaches, and team capabilities
• Support talent development by providing feedback, coaching, and mentorship to less experienced team members

• Bachelor's degree in Market Research, Business, Marketing, Psychology, Sociology, Statistics, Economics, or a related field
• 5-8+ years of experience in market research, consumer insights, analytics, consulting, or a related discipline
• Demonstrated experience independently managing complex research projects from inception through delivery
• Strong knowledge of quantitative research methodologies, survey design, data interpretation, and insight development
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel, including the ability to develop executive-ready presentations and manage complex analytical outputs
• Working proficiency in SPSS with the ability to manipulate datasets, perform analyses, and support ad hoc client requests
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with strong executive presence
• Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills
• Demonstrated ability to leverage AI tools and emerging technologies to improve productivity, accelerate insight development, streamline workflows, and enhance deliverable quality

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting technology, consumer technology, telecommunications, software, hardware, gaming, or related industries
• Experience managing large-scale longitudinal research programs, continuous tracking studies, or brand health measurement programs
• Experience presenting research findings and recommendations to senior client stakeholders
• Experience mentoring junior researchers and contributing to team development

This role has a market-competitive salary with an anticipated base compensation of the following range: $69,800.00-$95,000.00. Actual salaries will vary depending on a candidate’s experience, qualifications, skills, and location. This role might also be eligible for a sales-based incentive or performance-based bonus. Other benefits include a flexible working environment, comprehensive health insurance, industry-leading parental leave, life insurance, education support, and more.

Our Benefits

• Flexible working environment
• Volunteer time off
• LinkedIn Learning
• Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)

NIQ may utilize artificial intelligence (AI) tools at various stages of the recruitment process, including résumé screening, candidate assessments, interview scheduling, job matching, communication support, and certain administrative tasks that help streamline workflows. These tools are intended to improve efficiency and support fair and consistent evaluation based on job-related criteria. All use of AI is governed by NIQ’s principles of fairness, transparency, human oversight, and inclusion. Final hiring decisions are made exclusively by humans. NIQ regularly reviews its AI tools to help mitigate bias and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. If you have questions, require accommodations, or wish to request human review were permitted by law, please contact your local HR representative. For more information, please visit NIQ’s AI Safety Policies and Guiding Principles:

About NIQ

NIQ is the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights—delivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platforms—NIQ delivers the Full View™. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world’s population.

For more information, visit NIQ.com

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Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At NIQ, we are steadfast in our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace that mirrors the rich diversity of the communities and markets we serve. We believe that embracing a wide range of perspectives drives innovation and excellence. All employment decisions at NIQ are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We invite individuals who share our dedication to inclusivity and equity to join us in making a meaningful impact. To learn more about our ongoing efforts in diversity and inclusion, please visit the

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Who we are

Consumer Behavior & Insights is NIQ's custom research and consulting practice, helping some of the world's most recognizable brands better understand the people they serve.

Combining research, analytics, and strategic consulting, we uncover the motivations, perceptions, and behaviors that drive consumer decision-making. We help our clients move beyond understanding what happened to understanding why it happened, what it means, and what they should do next.

What we do

The insights we generate help shape the future of products, services, brands, and experiences delivered to millions of people around the globe every day. From innovation and brand strategy to customer experience and growth, our work helps organizations make smarter decisions and build stronger connections with consumers.

Joining Consumer Behavior & Insights means joining a team of curious problem-solvers, trusted advisors, and passionate researchers who are united by a common goal: We show the world what people want.

Originally posted on Himalayas