Vice President, Innovation

About the role

You will manage client relationships, drive business growth, lead service teams, and deliver actionable insights for Ipsos Innovation & Market Strategy.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate extensive knowledge of Ipsos Innovation & Market Strategy products and services (concept testing, forecasting, A&U, segmentation, shopper insights, brand stretch & positioning) and competitive offerings to identify opportunities with existing and new clients.
• Manage and foster positive ongoing relationships with key client decision-makers.
• Develop in-depth understanding of clients’ products, services, strategies, and competitive markets to build Ipsos credibility and grow business.
• Anticipate future client needs based on their business issues and proactively influence Ipsos product development and delivery improvements.
• Direct client service teams to ensure flawless execution of market research projects from design to delivery.
• Collaborate with cross-functional department managers and client partners to continuously improve processes and align on client needs.
• Develop, manage, and mentor staff to build client understanding, strategic insight, and presentation skills.
• Review proposals, questionnaires, and presentations with Account Managers to ensure delivery of key business insights.
• Present compelling, actionable insights to clients in a way that builds confidence and translates complex findings for broad audiences.
• Actively manage assigned revenue and profit margins.
• Design research methodologies tailored to client needs rather than fitting clients into predefined approaches.
• Develop and implement account plans, identifying opportunities and adjusting strategies to meet objectives.
• Prioritize and delegate dynamic workloads effectively to meet client needs efficiently.
• Contribute to the research process, including questionnaire design, data analysis, and reporting.

Requirements

• Strong understanding of consumer technology and financial service trends and research methodologies.
• Ability to design research that addresses client business issues and objectives.
• Proficiency in pitching and executing Ipsos capabilities related to concept testing, forecasting, segmentation, A&U, shopper insights, brand positioning, and general research execution.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and profit margins.
• Deliver insightful, actionable findings and recommendations that address client issues, incorporating broader marketplace trends.
• Lead teams in implementing account plans, adapting to shortfalls or new opportunities.
• Handle dynamic workloads, prioritize inbound requests, and delegate effectively.
• Actively participate in delivering high-quality insights through contributions to questionnaire design, data analysis, and reporting.

Pay

In accordance with NY/CO/CA/WA law, the estimated base salary range for this role is $135,000 to $150,000. Your final base salary will be determined based on factors such as location, work experience, skills, knowledge, education, and certifications.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off (PTO).
• Comprehensive healthcare plans.
• Wellness benefits.
• Flexible workplace policy.
• Strong collaborative culture.
• Opportunities for career development.

About the Team

The Innovation Service Line guides clients through the innovation journey, helping develop and launch new or improved products and services across various verticals. Services include idea screening, concept testing, product testing, price and line optimization, package testing, and volumetric forecasting.