Customer Insights, Lead, Quantitative Research

New York, USA (Unknown)

$123K/yr – $203K/yrSenior Level8+ years expFull time

Posted 4 months ago

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Job Summary

Drive strategic insights from research to decision-making, partnering with executives to shape customer and business outcomes.

  • Must-have: 8+ years in insights or analytics with leadership.
  • Standout: Expertise in AI-enabled analytics and cross-functional leadership.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Lead end-to-end research and analytics programs, from strategic design through executive presentation and business impact measurement.
  • Conduct deep data analysis across large, complex datasets to uncover patterns, trends, and predictive insights that inform strategic decisions.
  • Leverage AI tools and automation to streamline manual processes, enhance analytical capabilities, and scale insights delivery.
  • Design and oversee quantitative research using platforms such as Qualtrics, SurveyMonkey, and emerging AI-powered research technologies.
  • Engage directly with executive stakeholders, translating complex analytical findings into compelling narratives and actionable recommendations.
  • Lead cross-functional teams through complex, dynamic workflows, ensuring alignment and driving projects to successful completion.
  • Serve as a strategic partner and trusted advisor to senior leaders in strategic events, company messaging, and broader customer experience functions.
  • Champion innovation in research methodologies, identifying and implementing new technologies that enhance customer understanding and operational efficiency.
  • Develop frameworks and scalable processes that enable insights to drive decision-making across the organization.
  • Travel approximately 10% or less for executive presentations, in-person customer engagements, and strategic planning sessions.

Requirements

  • 8+ years of experience in customer insights, market research, or analytics, with demonstrated progression to strategic leadership roles.
  • Expert-level proficiency in quantitative research methods, advanced statistical analysis, and data science techniques.
  • Proven experience leveraging AI tools (e.g., generative AI, machine learning, automation platforms) to enhance analytical workflows and automate manual processes.
  • Deep expertise in survey design, statistical methodologies (e.g., regression analysis, predictive modeling, hypothesis testing), and experimental design.
  • Advanced technical proficiency with analytics and visualization tools (e.g., PowerBI, Tableau, SQL, Python/R) and survey platforms (e.g., Qualtrics, SurveyMonkey).
  • Exceptional executive communication skills with a track record of influencing C-level stakeholders and driving strategic decisions.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams, navigate organizational complexity, and deliver results in ambiguous, fast-paced environments.
  • Strategic mindset with the ability to connect customer insights to business outcomes and ROI.
  • Experience managing multiple high-priority initiatives simultaneously while maintaining analytical rigor and attention to detail.
  • Strong leadership and mentorship capabilities with a collaborative, team-oriented approach.

Preferred

  • Experience in enterprise software, CRM applications, B2B products, or events/experience industries strongly preferred.

Benefits

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  • time off programs
  • medical, dental, vision, mental health support, paid parental leave, life and disability insurance, 401(k), and an employee stock purchasing program
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