PURPOSE OF THE ROLE       

GfK is one of the world’s largest research companies, with more than 11,500 experts working to discover new insights about the way people live, think and shop, in over 100 markets, every day.

It works in solving its clients’ complex business problems through the thoughtful application of innovative methodologies and sophisticated technologies, focusing on those that are mobile and Internet-based.

The incumbent will work with the Hong Kong based research team and other senior members in the Greater China or regional business to serve existing clients, and to develop winning proposals to sell research capabilities. 

JOB PROFILE        

• Developing long term client relationships for an ongoing stream of business
• Demonstrating good understanding of clients’ business and challenges
• Delivering insights and business strategy recommendations to clients in the form of impactful reports, presentations and workshops
• Managing research projects independently by working closely with the project teams
• Coaching and developing junior researchers
• Supporting team head in major bid/proposal design, and also participating in the design and implementation of new sales and marketing initiatives
• Contributing to the development of innovative research solutions to meet clients’ needs
• Working as a team in delivering revenue and gross margin targets 

INCUMBENT PROFILE     

• University graduate preferably in Business, Marketing, Social Science, Statistics, Psychology or relevant disciplines
• At least 7 years of market research experience from agency and/or client side
• Strong knowledge of Marketing Research in Hong Kong, Greater China region
• Experience of conducting research in APAC markets a plus
• Proven experience with identifying new market opportunities using a combination of qualitative, quantitative and/ or digital research tools
• Proven track record of strong engagement with clients
• Excellent written and verbal communication, with strong ability in writing winning proposals and insightful reports, and delivering presentations
• Motivated self-starter, who embraces new ideas and enjoys working in a vibrant and fast-growing team
• Excellent team building and relationship skills
• Creative thinker who can suggest/promote innovative ways of marketing/selling research solutions                                     

If you like to work in a leading company with strong team culture, please send your resume with your personal particulars, educational and professional qualifications, career history, present and expected salary and availability to GfK Retail and Technology Hong Kong Ltd., Suite Nos. 02-05, 17/F Exchange Tower, 33 Wang Chiu Road, Kowloon Bay, Hong Kong or via E-mail to : hr2@gfkhk.com.hk

GfK is the trusted source of relevant market and consumer information that enables its clients to make smarter decisions. More than 13,000 market research experts combine their passion with GfK’s 80 years of data science experience. This allows GfK to deliver vital global insights matched with local market intelligence from more than 100 countries. By using innovative technologies and data sciences, GfK turns big data into smart data, enabling its clients to improve their competitive edge and enrich consumers’ experiences and choices.

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