We're part of Informa, a global business with a network of trusted brands in specialist markets across more than 30 countries, and a member of the FTSE 100. Our purpose is to connect our customers to information and people that help them know more, do more and be more. No other company in the world helps more people share professional knowledge or make business connections. We run around 800 events each year, create digital platforms based on engaging news and information content, and operate professional development programmes for individuals and businesses.
Job Description
Technomic provides foodservice clients around the globe with the research, insights, and strategic consulting support they need to enhance their business strategies, decisions, and results. Our services range from major research studies and management consulting solutions to online databases and simple fact-finding assignments. Our clients include food manufacturers and distributors, restaurants and retailers, other foodservice organizations, and various institutions aligned with the food industry.
Our Mission: Technomic's mission is to empower foodservice clients by providing the knowledge and tools they need to make informed, strategic decisions that drive success. Our commitment to excellence and innovation ensures that we remain a trusted partner in the foodservice industry.
This role is based in our Downtown Chicago, IL, office. Technomic has a flexible, hybrid approach to work location - this position will be in the office two days per week on Tuesdays and Thursdays with remote hours option the remainder of the week. The position will average 16 hours per week.
Position Responsibilities
Collect and analyze foodservice industry research by phone, website, or secondary sources
Conduct special projects and make direct contact within the food industry
Contribute to quantitative analyses, including crosstabulations, data table building and data interpretation
Visualize quantitative and qualitative research findings
Participate in data analysis, project ideation and other activities that will help build knowledge and expertise about the market research process
Draft custom reports (Power Point and Word) from quantitative and qualitative data sources
Clearly communicate with project leaders about project timeline and status
Keep to a schedule with deadlines
Qualifications
Must be currently enrolled in college pursuing a bachelor's degree in market research, business, statistics, data science, social sciences or any other related degree
Ability to work 16 hours a week and commit to being in office at least 2 days a week
Must be reliable and able to set consistent work hours contingent upon class schedule
Attention to detail is a must
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Communicate well within the team environment
Inquisitive nature, asking questions and have a willingness to learn
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Proficiency with using the internet as a research tool
Experience and an interest in the foodservice industry a plus
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future
Additional Information
The salary range for this role is 16.20 per hour at 16 hours per week.
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Our benefits include:
Freedom & flexibility: colleagues rate us highly for the flexibility and trust they receive, and we support a range of working patterns
Great community: a welcoming culture with in-person and online social events, our fantastic Walk the World charity day and active diversity and inclusion networks
Broader impact: take up to four days per year to volunteer, with charity match funding available too
Career opportunity: the opportunity to develop your career with bespoke training and learning, mentoring platforms and on-demand access to thousands of courses on LinkedIn Learning. When it's time for the next step, we encourage and support internal job moves
Competitive benefits
Recognition for great work, with global awards and kudos programs
As an international company, the chance to collaborate with teams around the world
We're not solely focused on a checklist of skills. We champion energy and ambition and look for colleagues who will roll their sleeves up, join in and help make things happen. If it sounds like a match and you have most - although not all - of the skills and experience listed, we welcome your application.
At Informa, you'll find inclusive experiences and environments where all perspectives and backgrounds are welcomed. As part of this approach and our diversity and inclusion commitments, we are also formally an Equal Opportunities Employer. This means we base decisions on relevant qualifications and merit and do not discriminate on the basis of key characteristics and statuses, including all of those protected by law. Ask us or see our website for full information.
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