Strategic Insights Associate Manager

Interrupt is not your typical branding agency. We’re a brand distillery and we’re looking to you as our next wingman to take the wheel and guide us to industry-changing creative solutions. We live and breathe our mantra — to be fearless and passionate in everything we do. We dive deep and get uncomfortable to produce the absolute best results. Understanding the next level of engagement is only part of the process. We know our stuff. Inside and out. Every project, our insights and activation solutions align to our clients’ business goals. It’s all part of the secret sauce that helps us deliver amazing results.

Today, it’s hard for brands to separate in the “sea of sameness.” We don’t take the challenge lightly and need you to step in to help uncover brand solutions that set our clients apart. We’re looking for someone who can work through projects at every level, from 50,000 feet to 100, and constantly push new thinking. This role requires a multidisciplinary leader with a solid track record of mentoring a team and engaging the agency to deliver innovative, creative solutions on time, within budget and with the highest quality.

Position Description

We are looking for a proactive and enthusiastic Strategic Insights Associate Manager to join our fast-paced, entrepreneurial, and evolving workplace. You will work closely with the agency teams including the Strategic Insights and client account team as well as Interrupt’s Leadership Team to conduct deep secondary research, design and execute primary market research, develop impactful fact-based insights and contribute to game-changing strategic recommendations for our clients. This position is part of a growing focus for the agency and therefore offers opportunities for continued growth.

Accountabilities

• Work with other internal stakeholders to define process, approach and timelines to achieve discovery and insights objectives on Strategy projects
• Review, analyze, synthesize, summarize client-provided data, reports and presentations
• Participate in all aspects of qualitative research including; scoping, planning, discussion guides, scheduling and/or conducting interviews, transcript analysis, insights development and reporting
• Participate in all aspects of quantitative research including; scoping, planning, questionnaire development, survey set-up, fielding, analysis, insights development and reporting
• Actively leverage Interrupt’s AI platforms in the research, insights and/or strategy development processes, developing a deep understanding of applications and uses
• Coordinate with and manage third-party data collection vendors and contractors
• Respond to internal and external clients' needs
• Maintain visibility of “the big picture” while working at ground level
• Find answers to hard questions, driven by relentless curiosity
• Embrace, respect and contribute positively to Interrupt’s culture
• Support Interrupt’s overall mission and follow all standards, policies, procedures and confidentiality guidelines

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of relevant experience in market research, marketing, brand or product management, or strategy consulting
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
• Understanding of market research fundamentals is key
• Proven track record of framing ambiguous challenges and creatively leveraging different types of custom and syndicated research to address
• Demonstrated proficiency in secondary research
• Working knowledge of qualitative and quantitative market research methodologies
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Excellent attention to detail
• Proactive problem-solving abilities
• Strong analytical mindset (and analytical proficiency) balanced by clear storytelling shown through effective oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Desire to be in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated experience utilizing AI platforms in the research, insights and/or strategy development process strongly preferred.
• Experience with the building material/home improvement industry is a plus
• It is preferred that this position work full time in Sylvania, Ohio; Remote or hybrid arrangements may be considered for highly qualified candidates
• Ability to travel when necessary (less than 10% of time)

Working At Interrupt Is

• Dynamic: The challenges change every day in our fast-paced environment.
• Collegial: We work collaboratively across all levels of the company.
• Challenging: Our clients deserve our best; we must be creative problem- solvers, have strong analytic skills, be excellent communicators, and always see both the forest (big picture) and the trees (details).
• Eye-opening: employees become experts in the construction and remodeling markets, building materials manufacturers and brands, go-to-market strategies and upstream/downstream stakeholder audiences
• Rewarding: We help marketers become even better. We also offer a competitive salary and benefits.

Industry

• Marketing, Advertising (Building materials)

Employment Type

• Full-time