Insights Manager (Consumer Research)

TL;DR

Insights Manager (Consumer Research): Leading end-to-end consumer research to inform the growth of new subscription, tech, and emerging ventures with an accent on translating ambiguous business questions into actionable research designs. Focus on managing external vendors, executing qualitative and quantitative studies, and influencing executive decision-making through data-driven recommendations.

Location: Chicago, IL (Relocation assistance available)

Company

Beast Industries is a multifaceted media and entertainment company founded by hirify.global, focused on redefining digital content creation and building diverse business ventures.

What you will do

• Lead consumer research for new subscription, tech, and emerging ventures, including categories without established customer data.
• Translate ambiguous business questions from cross-functional partners into clear research briefs and study designs.
• Design and execute both qualitative and quantitative research studies.
• Write RFPs and manage a portfolio of external research vendors, overseeing timelines, budgets, and quality.
• Synthesize complex research findings into actionable recommendations to influence senior stakeholders.
• Proactively introduce new research methodologies, frameworks, and industry trends to the organization.

Requirements

• 6+ years of experience in consumer insights or market research in a senior capacity.
• Strong background in both qualitative and quantitative research design and analysis.
• Proven ability to operate at both a tactical level (survey design) and strategic level (executive influence).
• Experience managing multiple external research agencies simultaneously.
• Excellent stakeholder management and project management skills.
• Must be based in or able to relocate to Chicago, IL.

Nice to have

• Background in subscription/membership businesses, telecom, or CPG.
• Experience in insights consulting.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive medical (Blue Cross Blue Shield), dental, vision, and company-paid life insurance.
• 401k plan with Safe Harbor company-matching and HSA contributions.
• Flexible vacation policy and paid company holidays.
• Company-provided technology package.
• Relocation assistance including travel and company-provided housing for the first 90 days.