Panel Team Leader

Location: Dammam, Saudi Arabia

At Worldpanel by Numerator, we believe tomorrow’s success starts with today’s market intelligence. We empower the world’s leading brands and retailers with unmatched insights into consumer behaviour and the influencers that drive it.

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.

Role's Mission

We are seeking a proactive and diligent Project Manager to lead and manage end-to-end panel-based research projects. This rolinvolves coordinating fieldwork execution, managing recruitment efforts, coordinating with internal groups and outside suppliers, and ensuring high-quality data collection and Panelist engagement. The ide al candidate will have strong project management skills, experience in panel or market research operations, and a collaborative mindset to drive the successful execution of studies on time and within budget.

Reasonable Adjustments

Worldpanel by Numerator is committed to offering equal opportunities to all individuals including during the recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments or assistance, please advise us in advance of your interview so that we can make the necessary arrangements.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Planning & Partner Engagement

• Identify potential fieldwork or recruitment partners and negotiate costs and pricing for projects.
• Source and prioritize resources internally and externally to complete fieldwork efficiently.
• Engage and manage external agencies for recruitment and data collection as needed.
• Schedule kick-off and ongoing project meetings to align teams on timelines, roles, and study specifications.

Fieldwork Management & Quality Control

• Supervise the execution of fieldwork and be responsible for the timely distribution of incentives to Panelists.
• Monitor field progress, track data quality, and ensure that quota requirements are met.
• Conduct quality control checks and perform accompanied panel visits when necessary.
• Ensure that all aspects of the project run according to agreed timelines, specifications, and budgets.

Team & Stakeholder Coordination

• Effectively manage a supporting team of Panel Management Executives
• Maintain regular engagement with the support team and external interviewers to ensure operational efficiency.
• Communicate key updates, project status, and risks to internal stakeholders and senior management.
• Address and resolve queries from client service and internal teams in a professional and timely manner.

Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare status reports and dashboards tracking field progress, Panelist collaboration, and project sustainability.
• Ensure all project documentation, timelines, and communications are up to date and shared with relevant stakeholders.
• Collect feedback from stakeholders and implement process improvements where possible.

Support & Development

• Attend and contribute to internal training sessions focused on project execution and market research best practices.
• Support senior managers and cross-functional teams with project-related needs or initiatives.
• Take ownership of delegated tasks and follow through with high levels of accountability.
• Contribute ideas and initiatives to improve business outcomes and team performance.

Key Capabilities

Your background will ideally look like this…

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
• 3+ years of experience in project management, market research, or panel operations.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and manage complex projects.
• Excellent communication and social skills to work with diverse teams and external vendors.
• Analytical mentality with attention to detail and a focus on delivering high-quality results.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word); research or panel management software knowledge is an advantage.
• Ability to work independently, make data-driven decisions, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

What We Offer:

• Remote work arrangement, complemented by occasional on‑site/field visits
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment
• Opportunities to work on impactful, multi-market research projects
• Ongoing learning and development support
• A chance to be part of a growing and innovative research operations team