FEASIBILITY SPECIALIST
Job Purpose
This position will apply a sophisticated understanding of online sampling sourcing and theory to support research studies. The Sample Feasibility Analyst will provide sample feasibilities, max reps, and sourcing recommendations for IIS online bids/projects. They will also interface with external sample vendors in order to understand feasibility and pricing. Working closely with the internal teams of Quotation, Sample Supply, Field Coordinators/Production, CS, and Feasibility Strategy, the Sample Feasibility Analyst will understand and advance the capabilities and goals of IIS in regards to sample sourcing. They will supply an accurate feasibility in a timely manner which meet the client objectives and set Ipsos projects up for success.
Essential Responsibilities and duties
• Execute optimal sampling feasibility and sample blend based on project requirements, in a way that insures the research is fit for purpose, respondents are efficiently sampled, and costs are minimized.
• Work collaboratively in the team environment to support RAES initiatives (e.g., improving sample strategy, maximizing our sample resources).
• Interface with external sample vendors to assess feasibility while choosing preferred vendors at the lowest costs.
• Leverage new sample methodologies and techniques like routers, real-time sampling and sample exchanges.
• Coordinate with Field Coordinator (Production) team for feasibility-related issues in field.
Working Relationships / Stakeholders
- IIS Quotation team
- IIS Client Service
- Client Service
- RAES Sample Supply
- Field Coordinator (Production) Team
- Sample Design Team
- Competence (Production and Sampling)
- External sample vendors
Qualifications
• 1+ years experience in designing and managing online survey samples or research panels, preferably in a fast-paced marketing research context
• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Statistics or related field or equivalent in experience
• Working knowledge of database software
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel software (e.g., pivot tables, complex calculations), beginner knowledge of Microsoft Access is a plus.
• Understanding of sampling practices and theory is a plus
Knowledge & Skills
• Critical thinking and problem solving skills
• Superior quantitative abilities
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse group/level of individuals/positions
• Ability to manage a number of projects in different stages successfully
• Ability to negotiate and effectively display conflict management
• Self-motivator with an interest and enthusiasm for research
• Team player as well as hands-on individual contributor
• Good judgment, tact, flexibility, organization and planning skills
• Strong people skills, including excellent oral and written communications
• Adaptability / ability over time to learn and apply sampling theory/strategy to feasibility