Senior Insight Manager (Mat Cover) in Bracknell

Overview

Lets be unstoppable together! At Circana we are fueled by our passion for continuous learning and growth. We seek and share feedback freely and we celebrate victories both big and small in an environment that is flexible and accommodating to our work and personal lives. We are a global company dedicated to fostering inclusivity and belonging. We value and celebrate the unique experiences, cultures and viewpoints that each individual brings. By embracing a wide range of backgrounds, skills, expertise and beyond, we create a stronger, more innovative environment for our employees, clients and communities. With us you can always bring your full self to work.

Join our inclusive committed team to be a challenger, own outcomes and stay curious together. Circana is proud to be Certified by Great Place To Work. This prestigious award is based entirely on what current employees say about their experience working at Circana.

What will you be doing

Our Wholesale & Foodservice division is an integral part of Circana and our objective to remain the first point of call for the insight and analytical requirements of the worlds leading CPG manufacturers. In the role of Senior Insight Manager (SIM) your responsibility will be to support a varied list of manufacturing clients who have insight services as part of their ongoing contractual commitments with the team. These insight services are highly valued by clients and help encourage tangible change within Convenience Foodservice and OOH channels that they operate within.

For this role we are seeking an inquisitive minded individual with an understanding of the intricacies of the Wholesale and Foodservice channels and how these channels must be thought about and managed differently to other traditional sectors like the Grocers. Our SIM will be working alongside our Insight Director to effectively manage the entire insight deliverable process for our clients from scoping and briefing right through to delivery and future planning. There will be ample opportunity to work across multiple clients across multiple categories which come together to provide a great learning option for the successful candidate. You will also have the chance to deliver a range of proactive insight pieces to amplify Circanas thought leadership in our channels as well as driving broader client interest in our business.

Job Responsibilities

• Report to our Insight Director in Wholesale CPG and ensure we deliver continued value and impact for our current book of clients while supporting expansion of the client base.
• Manage client insight briefs from start to finish and oversee existing monthly reporting outputs (data gathering, refreshing and delivery) to support clients’ day-to-day understanding of current trends and dynamics in Wholesale and Foodservice channels.
• Build and maintain relationships with key colleagues and teams across Circana to ensure high client satisfaction and present a One Circana united front to clients where possible.
• Participate in industry events and exhibitions as required.

Requirements

• Recent experience as an Insight Manager or Insight Executive where exposure to FMCG businesses was a central component of the job.
• Experience working in the Wholesale or Foodservice industry. Experience in other parts of the FMCG industry may be considered if there is proven Wholesale or Foodservice expertise.
• Comfort with data and the ability to interpret it to tell compelling, decision-oriented stories.
• Team player with the ability to share ideas, engage in critical thinking, and support others as appropriate.

Circana Behaviors

As well as the technical skills, experience and attributes that are required for the role, our shared behaviors sit at the core of our organisation. We look for people who can champion these behaviors in day-to-day work:

• Stay Curious: Hungry to learn and grow, always asking the big questions.
• Seek Clarity: Embracing complexity to create clarity and inspire action.
• Own the Outcome: Accountable for decisions and taking ownership of our choices.
• Center on the Client: Relentlessly adding value for our customers.
• Be a Challenger: Never complacent, always striving for continuous improvement.
• Champion Inclusivity: Fostering trust in relationships with empathy, respect and integrity.
• Commit to each other: Contributing to making Circana a great place to work for everyone.

Location

This position can be located in the following area(s): UK based Hybrid. Prospective candidates may be asked to consent to background checks (in accordance with local legislation and our candidate privacy notice). Your current employer will not be contacted without your permission.