Associate Director Strategy & Intelligence Agency

Associate Director Strategy & Intelligence Agency

Job Locations

US-AR-Fayetteville | US-OH-Cincinnati

Primary Posting Location : City

Fayetteville

Primary Posting Location : State / Province

AR

Primary Posting Location : Postal Code

72701

Primary Posting Location : Country

US

Requisition ID

2025-437585

Position Type

Full Time

Category

Client Services / Account Management

Minimum

USD $62,800.00 / Yr.

Maximum

USD $100,800.00 / Yr.

Summary

Associate Director Strategy & Intelligence - Remote within the US

Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented professional with a strong foundation in data analysis and storytelling. The ideal candidate will have experience working with market and behavioral data, proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel), and a passion for problem-solving and strategic thinking. This role offers an opportunity to learn, grow, and contribute to high-impact projects within the first 90 days.

Key Responsibilities :

Analyze, interpret, and present market and behavioral data from sources such as MRI, Nielsen, Circana, Numerator, or retailer platforms.

• Maintain and enhance data dashboards; assist with updating MRI definitions.
• Support category and pricing initiatives through data insights.
• Participate in onboarding, tools training, and strategic foundation workshops.
• Develop profiles and assist with tactical journey learning.
• Communicate insights effectively through compelling storytelling and presentations.
• Collaborate across projects and clients, ensuring timely and high-quality deliverables.

Qualifications :

Education : College degree (any level).

Experience : 2-5 years in a relevant role (marketing, shopper marketing, advertising, CPG, data analytics, or similar).

Technical Skills :

Soft Skills :

What we offer :

Job Will Remain Open Until Filled

Responsibilities

The Company is one of North America's leading sales and marketing agencies specializing in outsourced sales, merchandising, category management and marketing services to manufacturers, suppliers and producers of food products and consumer packaged goods. The Company services a variety of trade channels including grocery, mass merchandise, specialty, convenience, drug, dollar, club, hardware, consumer electronics and home centers. We bridge the gap between manufacturers and retailers, providing consumers access to the best products available in the marketplace today.

Position Summary

The Manager of Business Analytics is responsible for partnering with national retailers to support the analysis and execution of Advantage programs. Demonstrate knowledge of and experience with software tools to create, edit, and analyze complex reports, graphs, and presentations. Be able to make sound decisions and the ability to take initiative and accountability for the accuracy of information. Support Operations in maximizing value to existing customers. Independently take ownership of projects to completion by effectively coordinating all the necessary resources. Resolve complex, non-routine problems, and issues where no precedent has been established or exists with no supervision.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

Data Analysis / Interpretation

Client Management / Project Support

Manage Direct Reports

Supervisory Responsibilities

Direct Reports

Indirect Reports

Travel and / or Driving Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

The following are the minimum job-related qualifications which an individual needs in order to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job

Education Level : (Required) Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience

(Preferred) MBA Degree or equivalent experience

Field of Study / Area of Experience : Analytics, Business Administration or Marketing

5+ years of experience in performing analysis a service-based business or field with database creation / management / query building experience

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

Office / Sedentary Requirements

Incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job. Work is performed primarily in an office environment. Typically requires the ability to sit for extended periods of time (66%+ each day), ability to hear the telephone, ability to enter data on a computer and may also require the ability to lift up to 10 pounds.

Additional Information Regarding The Company Job Duties and Job Descriptions

Job duties include additional responsibilities as assigned by one's supervisor or other manager related to the position / department. This job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. The Company reserves the right at any time with or without notice to alter or change job responsibilities, reassign or transfer job position or assign additional job responsibilities, subject to applicable law. The Company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable a qualified applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by the law.

Any estimate, schedule, or guideline provided to associates in this job description or elsewhere in connection with their jobs is only intended to help describe job duties and for planning purposes. Regardless of any such estimate, schedule, or guideline, associates must always record all time worked for our company (which includes but is not limited to on-site work time in an assigned store, office, or other work location; required waiting time; administrative time; and work-related travel time).

Important Information

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of associates so classified.

The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment practices without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, physical or mental disability, or any other category protected by law. As part of this commitment, the Company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable an applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by the law.

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