【Job title】

CS Operations Quant, Senior Associate

【Role overview】

This position is primarily responsible for the operations of quantitative research projects, working with domestic and overseas colleagues/suppliers to ensure smooth project management. The position contributes to the client's decision making and meaningful impact on their business by efficiently executing projects on schedule and providing accurate data. The role includes selecting appropriate methodologies, optimizing survey design, conducting quality checks, and making appropriate use of automation and technology as needed.

【Role description】

Project Execution

• Conducting a series of tasks throughout the quantitative research workflow to provide accurate data
• Developing a detailed project schedule to monitor and track progress
• Managing and coordinating internal resources and suppliers for the smooth execution of projects
• Determine if there is room for efficiency improvement and propose/implement measures such as automation of work in collaboration with specialized teams
• Reporting and escalating to your manager as needed

Commercial Acumen

• Managing the financial aspects of the assigned projects in a proactive manner

【Your experience and skills】

• 3+ years of working experience
• IT literacy (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.)
• Native or fluent in Japanese
• Business level in English as there     will be communication with overseas colleagues
• Ability to work in the fast-pased environment/multitasking to ensure delivery on time
• Ability to give attention to details
• Experience in project management, process improvement, work efficiency improvement is a plus
• Experience in quantitative data tabulation/analysis is a plus
• Experience in marketing research, marketing, consulting, event management, database development or related departments is a plus
• Experience using SQL, Python, Business Intelligence tools like Power BI, generative AI is a plus

【Successful candidate image (Personality)】

• Those who are persistent and self-motivated to solve problems.
• Able to persevere in steady and detailed work, and finish the work with a sense of responsibility
• Able to check numerical data and think about what can be said from the data
• Have a strong intellectual curiosity and an interest in new tools, technologies, services and trends
• Able to work as a team and take pleasure in achieving team goals
• Able to enjoy communicating, coordinating and negotiating with colleagues/suppliers/clients
• Self-learner (proactively learn about Kantar Tool and Solutions)

【Location】

Tokyo, Shinjuku Maynds Tower Japan

Why join Kantar?

We go beyond the obvious, using intelligence, passion and creativity to inspire new thinking and shape the world we live in. We understand more about how people think, feel, shop, share, vote and view than anyone else. Combining our expertise in human understanding with advanced technologies, nobody knows people better than Kantar.

And because we know people, we like to make sure our people are looked after as well. Equality of opportunity for our people is our highest priority and we encourage our people to work in a way that supports their health and wellbeing. While we encourage our colleagues to spend part of their working week in the office, we understand no one size fits all, and we’re flexible in our approach to ensure people feel included and accepted. We’re committed to creating an inclusive culture and value the diversity of our people, clients, suppliers and communities, which is why we welcome applications from all background and sections of society. Even if you feel like you’re not a perfect fit, we’d love to receive your application and talk to you about this job or others at Kantar.

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