Responsibilities

• Develop DAC's enterprise Strategic Insights roadmap supporting long-term growth.
• Serve as a trusted advisor on customer behavior, market dynamics, competitive positioning, and industry disruption.
• Translate business priorities into an integrated research, insights, and strategy agenda.
• Transform complex research into clear stories that inspire confident business decisions.
• Lead the design and execution of qualitative and quantitative research programs.
• Develop deep understanding of consumer motivations, unmet needs, and decision journeys.
• Guide the application of advanced analytics, behavioral science, AI, and research methodologies to generate meaningful strategic insights.
• Integrate multiple sources of research and data into compelling business narratives and recommendations.
• Partner with Business Development and Executive Leadership on strategic pitches, RFPs, and growth initiatives.
• Lead the insights components of new business opportunities.

Requirements

• 15+ years in Strategic Insights, Consumer Insights, Market Research, Strategy, or related disciplines.
• 8+ years leading geographically distributed, high-performing cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated success influencing executive leadership and enterprise strategy.
• Experience supporting agency new business development and executive client relationships.
• Proven ability to translate customer understanding into measurable business growth.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Economics, Psychology, Statistics, Data Science, or related field.

Preferred

• Expertise in qualitative and quantitative research methodologies.
• Strong understanding of consumer behavior, behavioral science, and human-centered design.
• Experience applying analytics, AI, and visualization tools in support of strategic decision-making.
• Outstanding executive communication, storytelling, facilitation, and presentation skills.
• Ability to influence across functions without direct authority and build strong collaborative relationships.

Benefits

• Professional Growth: Work with top-tier clients and cutting-edge tools in the performance marketing industry.
• Collaborative Culture: Be part of a global organization that values curiosity, transparency, and innovation.
• Competitive Benefits:
• Competitive salary and comprehensive health benefits.
• Generous PTO, wellness initiatives and parental leave.
• Retirement saving plans.
• Opportunities for continued learning and professional development.
• A supportive, collaborative, and casual work environment.