Market Research Analyst

Industrial Info Resources - Sugar Land, TX

Full-time

Sugar Land, TX

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

Industrial Info Resources is the leading market intelligence firm in the US, providing unparalleled information across all 12 sectors of industry to our clientele. Founded in 1983, we have been offering 'best in class' services to clients globally and to all our employees. We are currently seeking a Market Research Analyst to join our team. This position is ideal for a motivated self-starter who thrives in a dynamic environment. The Market Research Analyst will conduct investigative market research by gathering, verifying, and recording information related to the Industrial market while maintaining a high standard of quality in a high-volume outbound calling environment. The primary responsibilities of the Market Research Analyst include conducting surveys and extracting new market data through various methods such as phone interviews, questionnaires, market analysis surveys, and internet search techniques. The analyst will review and record market data in preparation for client usage, perform data entry into the company database, and verify the accuracy and validity of the data, correcting any errors as necessary. Collaboration with other researchers is essential while conducting market research, and the analyst will also compose short reports or news alerts summarizing completed research, emphasizing the addition of value to existing records in the database. Additionally, the Market Research Analyst will prepare and present summaries of survey data that include tables, graphs, written text, and fact sheets that describe research results. Monitoring relevant industry trends and maintaining a strong command of industry terminology, including details about heavy equipment and industry processes, is crucial. The analyst will respond to client requests received via hotline, instant message, and emails efficiently and may present research analysis at client meetings, company-hosted seminars, or trade shows.

Responsibilities

• Conduct surveys and extract new market data using methods such as phone interviews, questionnaires, market analysis surveys, and internet search techniques.
• Review and record market data in preparation for client usage.
• Perform data entry into company database and other duties required for task completion.
• Verify the accuracy and validity of data in the database; correct any errors.
• Collaborate with other researchers while conducting market research.
• Compose short reports or news alerts summarizing completed research with emphasis on adding value to existing records in the database.
• Prepare and present summaries of survey data that includes tables, graphs, written text, and fact sheets that describe research results.
• Monitor relevant industry and follow trends in trade literature; maintain strong command of industry terminology which includes numerous heavy equipment and industry process details.
• Respond to requests from clients received via hotline, instant message, and emails with a highly efficient process.
• May present research analysis at client meetings, company-hosted seminars, or trade shows.

Requirements

• At least two years of related experience working in a data-driven/research environment is strongly preferred but not required.
• High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED).
• Strong technical skills including the use of Microsoft Office Suite, web browsers, and other specialized software.
• Prior work experience in database entry work is preferred.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in market research or analysis.
• Familiarity with industrial market trends and terminology.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits and compensation.