Vice President- Consumer Insights

Job description

We go beyond the obvious, using intelligence, passion and creativity to inspire new thinking and shape the world we live in. To start a career that is out of the ordinary, please apply... Job Details • Job Title: Associate Vice President / Vice President • Location: Gurgaon • Experience: 12-18 years What you'll be doing • Lead and grow a portfolio of consumer insights and market research clients, ensuring strong commercial performance and sustainable profitability. • Build and maintain senior-level client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor and strategic partner. • Ensure the delivery of high-quality research, actionable insights, and exceptional client experiences. • Drive business growth by identifying opportunities within existing accounts and developing new client relationships. • Own and manage revenue targets, profitability objectives, forecasting, and overall financial performance of the business unit. • Provide inspirational leadership, coaching, and direction to a team of research and client service professionals. • Lead talent acquisition, capability development, performance management, succession planning, and career progression initiatives. • Review and provide strategic oversight on research proposals, project design, presentations, and client recommendations. • Champion innovation by introducing new thinking, methodologies, and approaches that enhance client value and business efficiency. • Ensure adherence to company policies, research standards, quality processes, and governance requirements. • Represent Kantar at industry forums, client engagements, conferences, and professional events. • Collaborate closely with senior leadership to contribute to business strategy, operational excellence, and organisational growth. • Support cross-functional initiatives that strengthen Kantar’s market position and client impact. The ideal skills and experience • Significant experience in consumer insights, market research, or consulting, with a proven track record of leading large client portfolios. • Strong understanding of quantitative and qualitative research methodologies and their commercial application. • Demonstrated success in managing profit and loss (P&L) responsibilities and delivering revenue growth. • Proven ability to develop long-term client relationships and influence senior stakeholders. • Strong commercial acumen with experience identifying and converting business development opportunities. • Established leadership experience, including building, coaching, and developing high-performing teams. • Excellent project oversight and quality management skills. • Strong strategic thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities. • Exceptional communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills. • Excellent command of written and spoken English. • Experience working with multinational clients and complex business environments is desirable. What's in it for you • Opportunity to lead strategic consumer insight programmes for some of the world's most recognised brands. • A highly visible leadership role with significant commercial influence and impact. • Exposure to diverse industries, business challenges, and innovative research solutions. • A collaborative and inclusive culture that encourages innovation and continuous learning. • Access to global expertise, tools, methodologies, and career development opportunities. • The chance to shape the future of consumer understanding across South Asia and contribute to Kantar's continued growth. Location Gurgaon, DLF Cyber ParkIndia Kantar Rewards Statement</span