<p>Consumer Insights Specialist</p> <p>CRG is partnered with one of our clients to help them find a Consumer Insights Specialist to join their team! We're looking for someone who can help drive brand growth by using data and consumer insights to shape national, regional, and retailer-specific plans. This role guides decisions on distribution, shelving, promotions, and pricing, using syndicated data and shopper insights.</p> <p>You'll use deep knowledge of retailers, shoppers, and company strategy to support the brand team-setting goals, partnering with Sales and brokers to execute plans, and reviewing performance. You will also lead strategic category management work internally and with major retailers.</p> <p>A key part of the job is educating teams on how to use data effectively and acting as a thought leader on category, retailer, and shopper behavior.</p> <p>Location: Knoxville, TN</p> <p>Opportunity Type: Direct-Hire (no contract period!)</p> <p>Pay/Compensation: $78,900 + 25-30% annual bonus</p> <p>Schedule: on-site Monday-Friday 8am-5pm</p> <p>Benefits: Extremely competitive benefits & PTO package!</p> <p>Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree required. </li><li>Master's in business or market research preferred. </li><li>At least 2 years of experience in CPG and/or retail grocery in areas like Category Management, Sales, Sales Planning, Trade Marketing, or Market Research. </li><li>Advanced analytical skills; able to identify issues, form hypotheses, and use data (syndicated, loyalty, custom studies, shipment/financial) to create insights. </li><li>Able to turn insights into clear, fact-based plans and presentations. </li><li>Strong Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills (required). </li><li>Experience with Nielsen/IRI and retailer data systems is a plus. </li><li>Comfortable working with data in spreadsheets/databases. </li><li>Ability to coordinate work with indirect reports (broker BI and Shelf Technology teams). </li><li>Strong prioritization and time-management skills; able to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines. </li></ul> <p>Category Code: JN028, JN016</p> <p>#LI-WP1</p>