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Role Description

This is a contract role for a Market Research Analyst. The Market Research Analyst will be responsible for conducting market research, analyzing data, and preparing reports. Day-to-day tasks include collecting and interpreting data from various sources, identifying trends and market conditions, and presenting findings to stakeholders. The role is a hybrid position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia with some work-from-home flexibility.

Qualifications

• Market Research and Market Analysis skills
• Strong Analytical Skills
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and software
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work both independently and in a team
• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Statistics, or related field

• Seniority level Entry level

• Employment type Part-time

• Job function Marketing and Sales
• Industries Business Consulting and Services

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Riyadh, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia 22 hours ago

Riyadh, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia 22 hours ago

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Overview

The Senior Manager of Market Research is responsible for contributing to the set-up, coordination and development of Market Research activities in ROSHN, both internally and with the support of external consultants. He/she works closely with key cross-functional partners across all major lines of business to define market research priorities and needs within ROSHN. He/she is responsible for understanding key market trends and uncovering insights to inform strategic decisions affected by the market.

ROSHN is a national real estate developer powered by the Public Investment Fund, committed to delivering high quality communities to the Saudi citizens.

We will deliver homes to thousands of people across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and create improved standards of living for all, working in partnership with the very best organizations in their respective fields. The construction of high quality, prosperous places, blending state-of-the-art design and development methods with local culture and tradition will strengthen and enrich our country’s socio-economic fabric, in line with Vision 2030.

Delivering through teamwork is our core strength. We are united by our common goals and commitment to work as one to achieve them and deliver against our promises. We care about and respect our customers, our partners and the neighborhoods we build. We attach great importance to both the beauty and the heritage of our places and to the quality of life they offer for all people who enjoy a ROSHN home.

We are only as good as our ability to deliver on our promises and our ability to deliver comes down to the people we employ. We are a highly skilled, experienced and talented team. As an ambitious company we employ only the best people, and attach great value to their skills, expertise and potential. We have built a team capable of producing the creativity, big ideas and solutions to deliver desirable neighborhoods where the people who live there will shine.

A leading global market research company is seeking an Account Director with a strong background in qualitative research to lead their Riyadh office in Saudi Arabia. The successful candidate will be fully responsible for achieving profitability and revenue targets across a diverse client portfolio. They will provide strategic marketing insights based on market research data, ensuring high-quality deliverables within deadlines.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Driving growth and profitability within designated sectors, contributing to the annual business plan.
2. Developing solutions to overcome barriers to profitability and growth.
3. Achieving annual gross margin and profit targets.
4. Pricing strategies to ensure success and profitability.
5. Managing revenue of 3-4 million AED.
6. Generating RFPs and maintaining the integrity of proposals and pitches.
7. Designing projects within budget while maximizing client spend.
8. Collaborating with teams and suppliers to improve processes for client benefit.
9. Negotiating with clients on project scope changes.
10. Ensuring client deliverables meet expectations and exemplify excellence.
11. Demonstrating thought leadership in the market research field.
12. Identifying and developing new clients, while nurturing existing relationships through research excellence.
13. Understanding client business and market dynamics thoroughly.
14. Motivating the team through clear communication and leadership.
15. Leading account strategy development and team communication.
16. Setting objectives and development plans for direct reports aligned with company strategy.

Language requirements:

• Arabic - Fluent/Excellent
• English - Fluent/Excellent

Additional requirements:

• Own a car and have a driving license.

• Educational background in a related field (BA/MA/BCom).
• Minimum of 6 years relevant experience in market research and analysis.
• Managerial experience.
• Knowledge of qualitative and quantitative research methodologies.
• Ability to advise on research methodologies and products.
• Data analysis and interpretation skills.
• Understanding of marketing processes and project management.
• Excellent presentation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Fluency in Arabic and English.

HR Source Consulting is a leading Human Resources consultancy serving clients across the MENA region. We specialize in HR planning and solutions across various sectors including IT, media, FMCG, and more. We provide tailored recruitment, HR services, and solutions such as salary surveys, outplacement, and relocation services. Our goal is to deliver comprehensive HR solutions at all organizational levels, ensuring client satisfaction through dedicated service and expertise.

Assistant Trade Marketing Manager (Market Research) | Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

The Company:

Almarai is the world’s largest vertically integrated dairy and the region’s largest food and beverage manufacturing and distribution company. Headquartered in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Almarai Company is ranked as the #1 FMCG Brand in the MENA region and is a market leader in all its categories across the GCC. Almarai currently employs over 40,000 employees servicing around 110,000 retail outlets and has reported net income of SAR 1.9 Billion on sales of SAR 3.8 Billion in 2020. For more details, please visit our website –

An aggressive expansion program together with acquisitions in new vertical markets have created an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic multinational team dedicated to furthering growth plans for the group

About the Role:

To support the Market Research Manager in planning and executing market research activities, providing actionable insights to guide trade marketing and category strategies. The role requires strong analytical skills, hands-on experience with retail audit tools, and a solid understanding of consumer and shopper research methodologies.

Key Activities & Responsibilities:

• Analyze numeric data such as sales reports and market share metrics to support business decisions.
• Apply FMCG industry knowledge to interpret market trends and consumer behavior.
• Use Excel at a mid-to-advanced level to generate formulas, pivot tables, and perform data analysis.
• Conduct and support market research projects, applying knowledge of consumer and shopper research methodologies (e.g., preference tests).
• Perform deep-dive analysis using Nielsen Retail Audit data at SKU, product weight, and regional levels.
• Interpret key market metrics such as market volume share, numeric distribution, and weighted distribution.
• Extract and analyze retail data using Nielsen Discover or Nielsen Answers tools.
• Interpret insights from Kantar Worldpanel data to support category and brand strategies.

Requirements:

Potential candidates must meet the following criteria:

• Degree in Marketing or any related field.
• 4-7 years of experience in market research.
• FMCG experience is a plus.

Almarai offers a competitive package, generous leave, medical coverage, discretionary bonus, training, and development etc.

This is a great opportunity to join a successful and expanding global business, offering an excellent remuneration and benefits package.

Overview

Assistant Market Research Manager (Saudi Nationals) – Assistant Trade Marketing Manager (Market Research) | Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

The Company:

Almarai is the world’s largest vertically integrated dairy and the region’s largest food and beverage manufacturing and distribution company. Headquartered in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Almarai Company is ranked as the #1 FMCG Brand in the MENA region and is a market leader in all its categories across the GCC. Almarai currently employs over 40,000 employees servicing around 110,000 retail outlets and has reported net income of SAR 1.9 Billion on sales of SAR 3.8 Billion in 2020. For more details, please visit our website –

An aggressive expansion program together with acquisitions in new vertical markets have created an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic multinational team dedicated to furthering growth plans for the group

To support the Market Research Manager in planning and executing market research activities, providing actionable insights to guide trade marketing and category strategies. The role requires strong analytical skills, hands-on experience with retail audit tools, and a solid understanding of consumer and shopper research methodologies.

• Analyze numeric data such as sales reports and market share metrics to support business decisions.
• Apply FMCG industry knowledge to interpret market trends and consumer behavior.
• Use Excel at a mid-to-advanced level to generate formulas, pivot tables, and perform data analysis.
• Conduct and support market research projects, applying knowledge of consumer and shopper research methodologies (e.g., preference tests).
• Perform deep-dive analysis using Nielsen Retail Audit data at SKU, product weight, and regional levels.
• Interpret key market metrics such as market volume share, numeric distribution, and weighted distribution.
• Extract and analyze retail data using Nielsen Discover or Nielsen Answers tools.
• Interpret insights from Kantar Worldpanel data to support category and brand strategies.

• Degree in Marketing or any related field.
• 4-7 years of experience in market research.
• FMCG experience is a plus.

Almarai offers a competitive package, generous leave, medical coverage, discretionary bonus, training, and development etc.

This is a great opportunity to join a successful and expanding global business, offering an excellent remuneration and benefits package.

Overview

We’re the world’s leading data, insights, and consulting company; we shape the brands of tomorrow by better understanding people everywhere. Worldpanel provides brands and retailers with a unique, 360-degree understanding of consumer behaviour across the globe. We are shopper-centric, continuously monitoring the purchase and usage behaviour through the largest omnipanel in the world. With unparalleled datasets, pioneering technology and expert analysts, we partner with brands and retailers of all sizes, empowering them to reimagine what’s possible, and change the landscape to create a better, healthier, more sustainable and inclusive world.

Project managers play the lead role in planning, implementing, monitoring, controlling, and closing out projects. They are accountable for the entire project scope, the project team and resources, the project budget, and the success or failure of the project. This job requires a candidate who is currently based in Dammam or Al Khubar or willing to relocate.

• Plan and Develop the Project Idea. Every project starts as an idea.
• To be the sole source of expertise for estimating techniques on cost and time.
• To deliver the project objectives to enable benefits to be realized.
• To take ultimate accountability for the delivery of the business benefits.
• Create and Lead Your Dream Team.
• Monitor Project Progress and Set Deadlines.
• Solve Issues That Arise.
• Manage the Budget
• Ensure Collaborator Satisfaction.
• Evaluate Project Performance.

• Point of contact for Commercial team on project managed by him / her
• Project specific training and briefing to ensure team adherence to project plan
• On the job training of new Panelists, interviewers and Supervisors.
• Continually monitor adherence to quality systems and time standards
• Establish harmonious relationship between Project In-Charge / Supervisors / Interviewers / Panelists and the organization.
• Preparation of project payments for projects handled by him / her within 3 days of Diary Data Collection for Monthly Cycle
• Selection of suitable Project In-Charge, Executive / Supervisor and Interviewers
• Conduct field visits (scheduled and spot) to ensure adherence to standard methodologies by field team
• Interviewer wise assessment / error reports and remedial actions
• Offer guidance, advice and solutions
• Think innovatively of fresh ways to accomplish tasks
• Evaluate the briefings of Project In-Charge (Executive / Supervisor) and provide them with feedback
• Provide regular feedback to Panel Management team on concerns and issues in field and alert of problems with solutions and timelines
• Ensure Interim status and daily status of team is always submitted

• Together with the Project In-charge (Executive / Supervisor) identify fieldworker skill gaps and assist with regular formal training and motivation of fieldworkers to obtain optimal quality and cost effective output
• Ensure that appropriate resources for leave, training and busy times are applied
• Monitor and control field costs and expenditure of the team
• Maintain personal well-being and balance of self and team
• Monitor field visit log
• Undertake training initiatives for PROJECT IN-CHARGE (EXECUTIVE / SUPERVISOR) s, Field Supervisors and Field workers
• Performance appraisal / feedback to PROJECT IN-CHARGE (EXECUTIVE / SUPERVISOR) and indirectly field supervisors.
• Setting SMART goals for PROJECT IN-CHARGE (EXECUTIVE / SUPERVISOR) and supervisors (with PROJECT IN-CHARGE (EXECUTIVE / SUPERVISOR) assistance)

• Communication. One of the most important skills for project management skills is communication.
• Time Management. The ability to manage time and prioritize tasks is an essential characteristic of efficient project managers.
• Organizational Awareness.
• Problem-Solving.
• Leadership.

• Completed High School, but university qualification will be advantageous
• Min. of 5 years administrative and people management experience, ideally in a field environment
• Must have at least four years proven people management experience and strong management skills
• Fluent in Arabic / English and preferably a second language
• Working knowledge of the research process and marketing research will be an advantage
• Computer Literate and intermediate to advanced knowledge on Word, Excel and Outlook
• Must be prepared to travel regularly and work over weekends and after hours

Numerator, a data and tech company serving the North American market research space, has combined with Worldpanel, to create a new global consumer data company. This new company forms a powerhouse of technology enabled consumer insights from nearly five billion consumers worldwide, driving innovation and strategic solutions for thousands of customers.

Join us in this groundbreaking venture and be part of a team that shapes the future of market research.

We have an integrated way of rewarding our people based around a simple, clear and consistent set of principles. Our approach helps to ensure we are market competitive and also to support a pay for performance culture, where reward and career progression opportunities are linked to what you deliver.

We go beyond the obvious, using intelligence, passion and creativity to encourage new thinking and shape the world we live in. Apply for a career that’s out of the ordinary and join us.

We want to build an equality of opportunity in a fair and encouraging working environment where people feel included, accepted and are allowed to flourish in a space where their mental health and well-being is taken into consideration.

We want to build a more diverse community to expand our talent pool, be locally representative, drive diversity of thinking and better commercial outcomes.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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Country

Saudi Arabia

Why join Kantar?

We shape the brands of tomorrow by better understanding people everywhere. By understanding people, we can understand what drives their decisions, actions, and aspirations on a global scale. And by amplifying our in-depth expertise of human understanding alongside ground-breaking technology, we can help brands find concrete insights that will help them succeed in our fast-paced, ever shifting world. Equality of opportunity for everyone is our highest priority and we support our colleagues to work in a way that supports their health and wellbeing. We’re dedicated to creating an inclusive culture and value the diversity of our people, clients, suppliers and communities, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds and sections of society. Even if you feel like you’re not an exact match, we’d love to receive your application and talk to you about this job or others at Kantar.

Department: Market Research / Project Management

Employment Type: Freelance

Location: Saudi Arabia

FMC Group is a German-owned full-service consulting company with 25 years of experience supporting international companies with market entry and business development in emerging markets. We currently operate in Turkey, North Africa, the UAE, and Singapore, and we are now expanding our presence in Saudi Arabia.

Our Research Services Competence Centre provides tailored B2B market research, partner search, and market visits across various industrial and professional sectors. To support this growth, we are looking for freelance consultants in Saudi Arabia with a strategic mindset and strong business orientation.

• Conducting in-depth desk research using local and regional sources, databases, and publications
• Identifying and interviewing industry experts, companies, and relevant stakeholders to gather firsthand insights
• Analyzing findings and preparing clear, structured reports in English
• Collaborating with the FMC team remotely and providing cultural or other business insights
• Providing on-the-ground support during fieldwork or client engagements as required

· Bachelor’s degree (Master’s degree preferred)

· Minimum 5 years of business experience, ideally in business development, strategic planning, consulting, or market research in B2B/industries

· Strong understanding of the business landscape in Saudi Arabia; GCC experience is a plus

· Experience with industry or company research, mapping stakeholder ecosystems, and structuring findings

· Native-level Arabic and excellent English communication skills (verbal and written)

· Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

· Analytical thinker with attention to detail and structured working style

· Reliable, self-motivated, and detail-oriented

· Comfortable with remote collaboration and flexible schedules

· No travel restrictions (in case occasional in-person meetings are needed)

What We Offer

· Flexible project-based collaboration with an international consulting firm

· Opportunity to work on impactful projects with global clients

· Remote working setup with autonomy and cross-border engagement

· Long-term collaboration opportunities in future projects across the region

Department: Market Research / Project Management

Employment Type: Freelance

Location: Saudi Arabia

FMC Group is a German-owned full-service consulting company with 25 years of experience supporting international companies with market entry and business development in emerging markets. We currently operate in Turkey, North Africa, the UAE, and Singapore, and we are now expanding our presence in Saudi Arabia.

Our Research Services Competence Centre provides tailored B2B market research, partner search, and market visits across various industrial and professional sectors. To support this growth, we are looking for freelance consultants in Saudi Arabia with a strategic mindset and strong business orientation.

• Conducting in-depth desk research using local and regional sources, databases, and publications
• Identifying and interviewing industry experts, companies, and relevant stakeholders to gather firsthand insights
• Analyzing findings and preparing clear, structured reports in English
• Collaborating with the FMC team remotely and providing cultural or other business insights
• Providing on-the-ground support during fieldwork or client engagements as required

· Bachelor’s degree (Master’s degree preferred)

· Minimum 5 years of business experience, ideally in business development, strategic planning, consulting, or market research in B2B/industries

· Strong understanding of the business landscape in Saudi Arabia; GCC experience is a plus

· Experience with industry or company research, mapping stakeholder ecosystems, and structuring findings

· Native-level Arabic and excellent English communication skills (verbal and written)

· Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

· Analytical thinker with attention to detail and structured working style

· Reliable, self-motivated, and detail-oriented

· Comfortable with remote collaboration and flexible schedules

· No travel restrictions (in case occasional in-person meetings are needed)

What We Offer

· Flexible project-based collaboration with an international consulting firm

· Opportunity to work on impactful projects with global clients

· Remote working setup with autonomy and cross-border engagement

· Long-term collaboration opportunities in future projects across the region

Department: Market Research / Project Management

Employment Type: Freelance

Location: Saudi Arabia

FMC Group is a German-owned full-service consulting company with 25 years of experience supporting international companies with market entry and business development in emerging markets. We currently operate in Turkey, North Africa, the UAE, and Singapore, and we are now expanding our presence in Saudi Arabia.

Our Research Services Competence Centre provides tailored B2B market research, partner search, and market visits across various industrial and professional sectors. To support this growth, we are looking for freelance consultants in Saudi Arabia with a strategic mindset and strong business orientation.

• Conducting in-depth desk research using local and regional sources, databases, and publications
• Identifying and interviewing industry experts, companies, and relevant stakeholders to gather firsthand insights
• Analyzing findings and preparing clear, structured reports in English
• Collaborating with the FMC team remotely and providing cultural or other business insights
• Providing on-the-ground support during fieldwork or client engagements as required

· Bachelor’s degree (Master’s degree preferred)

· Minimum 5 years of business experience, ideally in business development, strategic planning, consulting, or market research in B2B/industries

· Strong understanding of the business landscape in Saudi Arabia; GCC experience is a plus

· Experience with industry or company research, mapping stakeholder ecosystems, and structuring findings

· Native-level Arabic and excellent English communication skills (verbal and written)

· Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

· Analytical thinker with attention to detail and structured working style

· Reliable, self-motivated, and detail-oriented

· Comfortable with remote collaboration and flexible schedules

· No travel restrictions (in case occasional in-person meetings are needed)

What We Offer

· Flexible project-based collaboration with an international consulting firm

· Opportunity to work on impactful projects with global clients

· Remote working setup with autonomy and cross-border engagement

· Long-term collaboration opportunities in future projects across the region