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B2B International, a Merkle company.

B2B International is a global B2B market research agency. We deliver world class market research projects to inform effective, strategic decisions for the largest and most influential B2B brands. We combine industry and B2B research expertise to deliver actionable insights.

The role involves working with colleagues within B2B International, and colleagues from Merkle and dentsu.  Merkle is a leading data-driven customer experience management (CXM) company that specialises in the delivery of unique, personalised customer experiences across platforms and devices.

With a thirty-year heritage as a leading data and analytics consultancy, in 2016, Merkle became part of dentsu, one of the world’s top five media agency networks with 60,000+ employees across 146 countries.

This position will be based in Germany and you can choose your workspace: München, Hamburg or Frankfurt.

Hi from our team!

We are a team of 20+ b2b market researchers based in Manchester, London and Germany. We thrive on delivering world class insights to our clients to enable them to make better business decisions. We work on a range of projects… both qual and quant, tracking and ad-hoc and cover a huge range of topics including brand, customer needs, product/proposition development and market opportunities.

Outside of the day-to-day we run training sessions internally sharing new methods and techniques or the latest thinking in b2b marketing as well as formal training on key aspects of the job including presentation skills and market research methods. 2-3 times a year we all get together in person to share ideas and celebrate our wins.

As a Research Manager at B2B International, your role will be varied with no two days being the same! You will be working with a range of clients developing insights for some of the largest B2B brands in the world.

You will be managing a variety of projects for a range of global companies, advising them on how to grow their business, build their brands and exceed the expectations of their customers.

We’re looking for curious, ambitious, and analytical individuals with experience in the following research activities:

• Designing quantitative questionnaires and discussion guides in line with research objectives
• Managing multiple projects according to project timelines and budget
• Management of internal teams (e.g., research executives, fieldwork, data processing, visualisation)
• Analysing qualitative and quantitative survey data with a high level of attention to detail
• Using quantitative data analysis packages e.g., Q, SPSS, R
• Understanding of when to use statistics and advanced analytical techniques
• Writing concise and clear visualised research reports in PowerPoint
• Developing the report structure and storyline including conclusions and strategic recommendations
• Verbally presenting data and insights to clients
• Leading client communication (both verbally and via-email)

Additional desired qualities include ability to meet deadlines, proactivity, and a willingness to learn.

• Commercial market research experience: you will have at least 2+ years of experience in commercial market research
• Analytical mindset: an ability to interpret data, translating raw data into clear conclusions and actionable recommendations
• Technical proficiency: experience of research software such as Q / SPSS
• Experience across the full-research lifecycle: experience managing a range of market research projects from commissioning through to the delivery of the final presentation, experience in brand tracking would be ideal
• Project management skills: including the ability to prioritise tasks, manage timelines and ensure the execution of multiple projects simultaneously
• Analytical mindset: a natural interest and desire to interpret quantitative and qualitative data, translating raw data into clear conclusions and actionable recommendations
• Exceptional communication skills: strong communication and presentation skills in German an English, with the ability to articulate findings in a compelling and engaging manner

We work with highly motivated people, who support and enrich each other. We live the possibilities of the digital world through home office, meaning you can work anywhere with flexible (annual) working hours. We also value face-to-face exchanges - coffee or tea, biscuits or fruit are all welcomed on board and shared throughout our offices.

If you ever feel the need to take a break from the digital world, we love to get hands on together and use pens, paper, and whiteboards for brainstorming sessions. Need to clear your head? Hit the football table, PlayStation, massage bench or yoga mat. For networking and (brain) food, we offer regular exchange formats, like meetings, tech labs and more. Not enough? We are full believers in education and support training, whether it be internally or externally. We support you.

*We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment. We welcome all qualified candidates - regardless of your gender or background.

Please indicate your salary expectations and possible entry date.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Dilan Cicek

Senior Talent Acquisition Business Partner

Merkle – a dentsu company