Research Analyst Job in General Mills

Position/Job Title: Research Analyst
Function/Group: Consumer and Market Intelligence
Country:India
Location: GIC-Mumbai
Job Band/Pay Grade:Professional/45
Job Type:Full time
Geographical Scope of the Role: Global
Shift Timings: 11:00 am 8:00 pm

Job Overview:

Lead projects and few (1-2) smaller engagements and take end to end accountability for the same.
Design and execute research projects based on research brief provided.
Evaluate survey data to draw detailed analysis and insights. Provide the story not just the data.

Responsibilities:

90% of Time Quantitative research
Understand client requirements and suggest appropriate research methods based on business requirement.
Questionnaire designing and survey programming on platform.
Partnering with agencies and monitor all operational aspects of the project.
Analyzing data, report writing and presenting the results to clients
Apply statistical techniques where appropriate to enhance the analysis output.
Create a story out of the insights which come out of data, rather than just charting the quant results.
Develop proficiency in using third party research platforms like Qualtrics.

10% of Time Self-Development
Complete and Leverage IDP for self-development
Identify and undergo self-learning modules
Participate in project related trainings
Make presentations on the right forum
Adhere to all the processes around timesheet filling, HR processes, meetings, etc.

Education:

Minimum Degree Requirements: Masters
Preferred Degree Requirements: Masters
Preferred Major Area of Study: Marketing / Market Research
Required Professional Certifications: Master In Business Administration
Preferred Professional Certifications: Master In Business Administration

Experience:

Minimum years of related experience required: 2 years
Preferred years of related experience: 4-5 years

Specific Job Experience or Skills Needed:
Strong knowledge of quantitative research methods like Concept test, product test, brand tracking, Ad testing etc.
Data interpretation (both quantitative & qualitative)
Exceptional analytical, organizational/prioritization and communications skills (written and verbal)
Ability to manage multiple clients and businesses together
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Problem solving skill

Competencies/Behaviors required for job:
Leading Change
Continually asks him/herself, Why do I (or we) do it this way?
Remains curious despite having developed deep expertise
Delivers Outstanding Results
Makes quality decisions in a timely manner
Proactively anticipates and addresses issues/opportunities
Consistently accomplishes assigned tasks
Delivers high quality work, within established timeframes
Pays attention to detail and focuses on accuracy
Seeks assistance, information and resources to make good decisions
Displays sense of urgency even in absence of assigned deadlines
Technical Expertise
Acquires foundational knowledge and skills in his/her functional area
Seeks to understand the principles of service excellence & how to apply them in own area
Partners with clients to achieve service excellence through improved processes and systems
Influence and Impact
Is action-oriented
Delivers excellent results on time and at budget
Agility
Displays active listening skills in interactions with people at all levels