Market Researcher and Interviewer

Summary

Join Euromonitor International as a self-employed researcher based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This contract position requires experience in market research, data analysis, and conducting in-depth interviews. You will analyze market data, conduct interviews with industry leaders, and generate reports on various industries. The role demands strong communication, data analysis, and time-management skills. Flexibility and self-motivation are essential, as you will work remotely and manage your own time. This opportunity offers the flexibility of working from home and contributing to research projects for top multinational companies.

Requirements

• High level of numeracy. Ability to work with, analyze, and interpret data
• Strong interest in market research and tenacity in the pursuit of information
• Familiarity with consumer trends in Riyadh. Local direct knowledge is key
• Strong communication skills and a willingness to find strong industry contacts
• Fluency in English (reporting) and the local language (research)
• Previous experience working on a short-term contract basis or in a freelance capacity
• Excellent time-management, organization and self-motivation skills
• Proven proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
• Flexibility to adapt to unexpected changes in project scope, starting dates, etc
• Disposition to visit local stores to capture relevant product information and to discuss the industry with key staff

Responsibilities

• Create and analyze large volumes of market data (MS-Excel) and qualitative information
• Review and collect information from secondary sources
• Be available to work throughout the year based on project requirements – likely to require 35 hours per week depending on team needs
• Conduct interviews with key players along the value chain: manufacturers, suppliers, distributors, associations, government, etc
• Perform retail audits of major retailers and stores around Riyadh
• Research and recruit contacts for interviews. Networking to create long-term links with the industry is key
• Generate MS-Word and PowerPoint reports in English

Preferred Qualifications

An innate curiosity to stay up to date with the evolution of the food and nutrition industry, more specifically on packaged and fresh food retail sales, food packaging and pet food. Food and nutrition experience is an advantage

Benefits

• Flexible hours from the comfort of your home
• Continuous training in our market research methodologies via online courses and selected live training sessions
• Collaboration with an international team across EMEA and beyond
• The ability to contribute to research projects for top multinationals
• The opportunity to develop and position yourself as a local market research expert