(Remote) Consumer Product Manager

Description:

1. Conduct research focused on consumer needs by planning, coordinating and interpreting quantitative and qualitative consumer research activities.

2. Compile, analyze research reports and present findings/recommendations/solutions for reaching the consumer goal.

3. Possess a strong understanding of consumer behavior and category dynamics translating into meaningful product measures enabling the R&D team to design products for maximum success.

4. Collaborate with internal R&D team to achieve various options of reaching the consumer goal.

5. Host consumer panels to gauge response to product changes/improvements.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

1. BS/BA degree in a related science and 8 years’ experience, or MS degree in a related science and 5 years’ experience, or PhD in a related science and 3 years’ relevant experience in Personal Care and/or Surface Care.

2. Significant experience within consumer health companies in product categories where consumer science makes up an important part of product development.

3. Strong experience in a key Consumer Product Insights team skill field including designing and conducting qualitative and quantitative consumer research studies (CLTs, HUTs, FG, interviews, workshops, co-creation, data correlations).

4. Able to effectively translate technology opportunities into winning consumer propositions.

5. The drive to take an idea from conception through to realization.

6. Experience in insight generation and deep consumer understanding, consumer segmentation and concept development amongst others, working closely with external partners to deliver.

7. Ability to integrate sensory and consumer methods into research plans, integrate data and draw conclusions that could generate motivating concepts in line with brand strategy.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.