Client Sales & Insights Manager - Hybrid: Stamford, CT

Client Sales & Insights Manager - Hybrid: Stamford, CT

Let's be unstoppable together!

Circana is a leading provider of technology, AI, and data solutions for consumer packaged goods companies, manufacturers, and retailers. Our predictive analytics and Liquid Data platform help clients measure market share, uncover consumer behavior, and drive growth-powered by six decades of expertise and an expansive, high-quality data set.

At Circana, we are fueled by our passion for continuous learning and growth, we seek and share feedback freely, and we celebrate victories both big and small in an environment that is flexible and accommodating to our work and personal lives.  We're a global company dedicated to fostering inclusivity and belonging. We value and celebrate the unique experiences, cultures, and viewpoints that each individual brings. By embracing a wide range of backgrounds, skills, expertise, and beyond, we create a stronger, more innovative environment for our employees, clients, and communities. With us, you can always bring your full self to work.  Join our inclusive, committed team to be a challenger, own outcomes, and stay curious together. Circana is proud to be Certified by Great Place To Work. This prestigious award is based entirely on what current employees say about their experience working at Circana. Learn more at www.circana.com.

What will you be doing?

This hybrid role based in Stamford, CT is an opportunity to join a collaborative, client‑embedded insights team supporting a leading consumer business. You will work closely with category leads and analyst peers to leverage data, analytics, and insights to inform growth strategy and address critical business questions.

We are seeking candidates with experience in market research, analytics, CPG, or adjacent client‑facing analytical roles, with a strong interest in working with data to develop clear, actionable insights. This role is well suited for someone who can work independently on well‑scoped analyses, bring forward ideas and recommendations, and grow through close collaboration with teammates.

The expected onsite cadence is approximately 2-3 days per week in Stamford, CT to support learning, team connection, and client engagement.

Job Responsibilities

Analytic Skills

Analyze and synthesize data using Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Circana internal tools to develop clear analyses, compelling client‑ready materials, and actionable recommendations.

• Demonstrated ability to independently conceive, manage, and deliver fact‑based analyses that provide clients with fresh, actionable insights to inform strategy.
• Adept at quickly recognizing and understanding client needs and desired outcomes; comfortable asking discovery and scoping questions when needed.
• Proactively develop analysis approaches, project plans, and client deliverable structures that align to business questions.
• Skillfully apply multiple data sets and metrics to address client issues, leading to clear, fact‑based responses and recommendations.
• Bring forward hypotheses, analytical perspectives, and draft conclusions for discussion and refinement with category leads.
• Help teammates improve their deliverables and contribute to the team's shared learning and thought leadership output.

Client & Commercial Support

• Apply knowledge of the client, marketplace dynamics, and Circana capabilities to support identification of opportunities and contribute to client growth conversations.
• Partner with senior team members to help shape, scope, and deliver services that address expressed and unexpressed client needs.
• Ask thoughtful questions to identify root causes of business challenges versus surface‑level symptoms.

Impactful Presence

• Demonstrate strong interpersonal communication and presentation skills; present a professional and credible presence with clients and internal partners.
• Build trust with clients, Circana cross‑functional partners, and other stakeholders, and be viewed as a reliable and collaborative thought partner.
• Exhibit intellectual curiosity and awareness of industry trends and their potential impact on clients, consumers, shoppers, and competitors.
• Educate clients on analytic methods, contribute to shaping their thinking, and help influence data‑informed decisions.
• Adapt communication style to different audiences and levels with clarity and confidence.

Strategic Impact

• Understand key client issues and needs, producing strong, compelling analyses with well‑supported findings and actionable insights.
• Deliver work that informs decision‑making and drives high‑value outcomes for client and business partners.

Requirements

• 2-4 years of relevant, progressive experience in marketing, insights, analytics, or related client‑facing roles within CPG, market research, marketing services, or closely related industries.

• Hands‑on experience analyzing data using Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and/or internal analytics tools.

• Experience with Circana/IRI or other syndicated data solutions (e.g., NielsenIQ) preferred.

• Demonstrated ability to integrate multiple data sources to address business questions and develop data‑driven insights.

• Experience partnering with cross‑functional teams in a collaborative, fast‑paced environment.

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.

Circana Behaviors

Beyond technical skills, experience, and role-specific attributes, these shared behaviors are fundamental to our culture and success. We seek individuals who consistently demonstrate and champion these behaviors in their daily work:

• Stay Curious: Being hungry to learn and grow, always asking the big questions.
• Seek Clarity: Embracing complexity to create clarity and inspire action.
• Own the Outcome: Being accountable for decisions and taking ownership of our choices.
• Center on the Client: Relentlessly adding value for our customers.
• Be a Challenger: Never complacent, always striving for continuous improvement.
• Champion Inclusivity: Fostering trust in relationships engaging with empathy, respect, and integrity.
• Commit to each other: Contributing to making Circana a great place to work for everyone.

Location: This position can be located in the following area(s): Stamford, CT, approximately 2-3 days per week at client office.

The below range reflects the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future. An employee's position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, any collective bargaining agreements, and business or organizational needs. The salary range for this role is $75,000 - $85,000.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.

An offer of employment may be conditional upon successful completion of a background check in accordance with local legislation and our candidate privacy notice. Your current employer will not be contacted without your permission.

You can apply for this role through the Circana careers website or Intranet site for internal candidates. This role is subject to AI-assisted screening. Circana uses artificial intelligence (AI) to assess resumes for alignment with job requirements by helping locate details in resumes that relate to the job description.

The anticipated application deadline for this position is approximately 4/4/26.

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