Research Executive ( Retail Audit)

Job Description:

We are seeking a Research Executive to join our team at a leading marketing research company. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in gathering, analyzing, and reporting data on retail performance, consumer behavior, and market trends. You will be responsible for conducting retail audits, providing actionable insights, and supporting clients in making data-driven decisions to enhance their marketing strategies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct retail audits across various product categories and channels to collect accurate data on product availability, pricing, promotions, and shelf placement.
• Analyze retail data and provide actionable insights to support clients in understanding market dynamics and optimizing their retail strategies.
• Track and evaluate competitor activity, including pricing, product launches, and promotional tactics.
• Ensure the accurate collection and reporting of audit data in a timely manner, adhering to established guidelines and quality standards.
• Prepare detailed audit reports, including data visualization, trends analysis, and recommendations for improvement.
• Present findings to clients and assist in the development of strategic action plans based on audit results.
• Maintain a strong understanding of the retail landscape, including emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in audit research.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with industry standards, ethical guidelines, and company policies during audits.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Economics, or a related field.
• Proven experience in retail audit, market research, or a similar role in a research environment.
• Strong understanding of retail operations, sales performance metrics, and industry trends.
• Proficient in data collection, analysis, and reporting tools, with experience using software such as Excel, SPSS, or other analytics platforms.
• Strong attention to detail, ensuring high accuracy in data collection and reporting.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects with competing deadlines.

Application Question(s):

• what is your current salary?
• what is your expected salary?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• retail analyst: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person