Explorer | Vice President | Shopper Research | Ontario

Explorer is part of Savanta which is a fast-growing data, market research, and advisory company. Being part of the Savanta Network provides Explorer with global coverage while maintaining our consultative approach with clients.

At Explorer, we are shopper experts. We focus on all thing's shopper research, using a behavioral approach to identifying and understanding actionable opportunities for our clients. As part of Savanta, we have a broad range of shopper research offerings, with a specialty in Pack, Planogram, Retail, Signage, and Path-to-Purchase research.

Are you a strategic leader with a passion for market research and team development? Join us as a Vice President and drive business impact through high-quality research and actionable insights.
This role requires you to reside in Ontario, Canada, with opportunities for travel across North America. 

Currently this role is remote but will be linked to the Ontario office and may change to hybrid in the future.

As Vice President, you will:

• Lead and mentor a high-performing team, fostering a collaborative and inclusive culture.
• Manage key client accounts, delivering exceptional results and building lasting relationships.
• Oversee research programs and data analysis.
• Convert complex information into captivating stories with precision in report writing and presentations.
• Present well-crafted findings to C-suite audiences.
• Identify process improvements and champion company-wide initiatives.
• Be present on-site with clients (primarily across the US and Canada) to ensure field operations align seamlessly with client expectations and needs.
• Drive commercial growth by setting and achieving ambitious revenue targets, proactively expanding our client portfolio, and taking ownership for growing a robust book of business.
• Inspire and support team members to achieve their goals. Develop and lead training initiatives to enhance our team's skills in research methods and strategies.
  

About You:

Explorer is looking for individuals that are highly skilled managing complex projects and making data actionable.

You will bring:

• Substantial experience in market research (client and supplier side preferred).
• Expertise in shopper research (e.g., packaging, store layouts, customer pathways).
• Advanced analytics skills and the ability to turn data into actionable business solutions.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities.
• Experience delivering quantitative research studies (online and central location testing).
• Based in Ontario, Canada (remote, with potential for hybrid in future).
  

If you're based in Ontario and excited by a dynamic, flexible role with travel opportunities, we'd love to hear from you. Join Explorer and help shape influential client partnerships while contributing to a thriving, supportive team.

And in return, Explorer offers*:

• Salary Range: $125,000 - $135,000 CAD (depending on experience and ability)
• Bonus scheme
• Flexible working practices
• Health package
• Team & Company Socials

Why Join Us:

Part of the vibrant Savanta & Next 15 Communications Group, we have an entrepreneurial company culture that actively recognizes and values its people and offers excellent opportunity for career development.

Explorer Research is committed to being an equal opportunities employer and continuously strives to be an employer of choice. Our people are our greatest asset - we value workplace diversity and inclusion, oppose all forms of unlawful discrimination, and welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates of all backgrounds.

*Full details of local benefits and perks available on request from the People Team (HR).

All candidates will be considered equally, however, unfortunately we are unable to offer sponsorship.

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