Account Director- Qualitative Market Research

Account Director- Qualitative Market ResearchA leading Global Market Research Company is looking for an Account Director with a pure qualitative background to lead their Saudi Arabia office (Riyadh). This person will be fully responsible for achieving profitability and turnover targets across an array of clients. Provide strategic and relevant marketing insights to clients based on analysis of market research data, ensuring a high quality of work whilst deadlines are met.Job responsibilities for this role include:A major contribution to and responsibility for the growth and profitability of your sectors/clients as a significant part of the annual business planProvide solutions to company barriers that are holding back profitability and growth in the relevant sectorsAccountable for achievement of annual GM and profit resultsStrong proficiency in pricing for success and profitResponsible for bringing and managing 3-4m AED revenueGenerate RFP’sAccountable for overall integrity of proposal/pitchDesign to the budget while maximising client spendProactively work with team and suppliers for process improvement to benefit clientResponsible for the negotiations with client over changes impacting on original briefEnsuring client deliverables meet client expectations and needs; deliver excellenceDemonstrate thought leadership on the subjectIdentification and development of new clients in these sectors and continued growth of existing clients through ongoing research excellence and relevant expertiseHave a thorough understanding of the client business and marketMaintain motivation in team through clear communicationLead development of account strategy and communication to the teamEnsure all direct reports have objectives and development plans that support company strategyRequirements for this role are:Fluent Arabic and English skillsEducated in a related field (BA/ MA / BCOM)At least 6 years relevant experience in market research and analysisA background with managerial experienceKnowledge of research processes and methodologies (qualitative and quantitative)Ability to advise on research methodologies and productsData analysis and interpretationMarketing processesProject ManagementSuperior presentation skillsExcellent skills in Microsoft OfficeHR Source Consulting is a premier Human Resources Consultancy that provides clients across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) with expert human resources planning and solutions. We deliver to a multitude of client organisations across the MENA region from leading multi-nationals (MNC's) to SMEs and boutique businesses.#J-18808-Ljbffr