Senior Research Manager
About the role
We are looking for an ambitious, energetic and self-motivated Senior Research Manager to join our China research team to work on global client accounts within the FMCG industry. This is a client-facing role within the research team, with the primary aim of developing small and medium sized accounts by growing, managing and maintaining client relationships.
Responsibilities
- Leading on client relationship management
- Research design, proposal writing and taking responsibility for the quality of project delivery
- Adding value to debrief presentations via data interpretation and commercial awareness
- Building and establishing strong and long-term relationships with clients through business development
- Adding real insight at the debrief stage
- Managing and mentoring junior members of the team
Requirements
- Agency experience (ideally ad hoc) is essential for this role
- Experience of commercial development of accounts
- Relevant research experience within the food, drink, household and personal care industry
- Product testing experience is ideal
- Experience within both small and large agencies would be beneficial
- Quant experience is essential and qual is desirable
- Strong self-management and communication skills
Benefits
MMR is the place where sensory science meets exciting, powerful commercial application, from branding and innovation to product development and retail strategy. We partner with over 50% of the top 100 global food and drink brands. We offer a wide range of core and additional benefits, including competitive salaries, generous holiday allowances, and market-leading training opportunities. Our vibrant culture, talented team, and focus on employee wellbeing is what makes MMR so special.
About MMR Research
We specialize in delivering innovative solutions and exceptional services to meet the diverse needs of our clients. With a strong commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, we strive to exceed expectations and drive success in every project we undertake.
Department: Research, Employment Type: Fixed Term - Full Time, Location: MMR Research Shanghai, Workplace type: Hybrid, Reporting To: Cathy Feng