Project Manager, IUU at Ipsos Field

Toronto, Ontario, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 May, 26

Salary

65000.0

Posted On

08 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project Management, Communication, Detail Orientation, Problem Solving, Team Collaboration, Financial Skills, Vendor Management, Market Research, Proposal Development, Cost Estimation, Logistics Coordination, Screener Design, Documentation, MS Office, Recruitment, Qualitative Research

Industry

Market Research

Description

What makes this role important at Ipsos? Are you passionate about bringing order to complexity and striving for flawless execution? If you find satisfaction in a perfectly organized project plan, take pride in tracking every detail to completion, and thrive in a fast-paced environment where attention to detail and proactive communication make all the difference, we want to hear from you. We're looking for an entry-level Project Manager to join our team on a 12-month maternity leave coverage contract. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in qualitative market research project management, with mentorship and exposure to the full project lifecycle. While this is initially a temporary position, there may be potential for long-term opportunities based on business needs and performance. In this role, you'll coordinate qualitative market research studies from proposal through completion - supporting project pricing, sourcing vendor quotes, managing project execution, and serving as a key liaison between our internal teams and external partners. Please note: This role is a 12 month contracted position. What you can expect to be doing: Proposal & Pricing Assists in developing project cost estimates by sourcing and evaluating quotes from facilities, recruiters, and other vendors Supports creation of pricing proposals based on project specifications, methodology requirements, and client budget parameters Maintains and updates vendor/supplier database with current pricing and contact information to support efficient proposal development Collaborates with research leads to ensure proposals are competitive and feasible Project Planning & Execution Initiates, organizes and executes fielding of qualitative market research projects with direction and oversight from project team Builds detailed project plans including all specifications for recruiting, in-person or virtual logistics, budget, suppliers and confirms plans with project team Selects suppliers with guidance from research team and oversees vendor relationship throughout project Supports on screener design and works with recruitment vendor to execute the project Communicates daily with vendors and project team to provide ongoing communication and updates Tracks project financials throughout the project lifecycle, including monitoring actual costs against budget, reviewing vendor invoices for accuracy, reconciling discrepancies, and following up on outstanding invoices to ensure timely payment Maintains project documentation for audit and replication purposes This might be the job for you if you have: BA/BS in Marketing or related field required; coursework or certification in project management principles is ideal. Recent graduates encouraged to apply. Experience developing cost estimates and sourcing vendor pricing preferred Demonstrate ability managing multiple tasks simultaneously with high levels of detail in a fast-paced environment Collaborative and team-oriented – ability to work effectively with internal operations, research teams, clients, and vendors to identify needs, ensure clear understanding, and translate those needs into successful project outcomes General numeric aptitude/ financial skills – able to work with costing models and manage to details of project specifications Problem Solving orientation – experience managing through problems in terms of pinpointing issues and form solutions Detail Orientation – ability to balance overall project goals with multitude of logistics requirements, key milestones and task coordination Strong oral/written communication skills – able to understand/interpret, clarify and confirm others' communications/requests Proficient in MS Office (esp. Word and Excel) In accordance with Ontario & British Columbia law, the estimated base salary range for this role is $60,000 to $65,000. Your final base salary will be determined based on several non-discriminatory factors which may include but are not limited to location, work experience, skills, knowledge, education and/or certifications. If you don’t meet 100% of the requirements, we encourage all who feel they might be a fit for the opportunity to apply. We may consider a variety of backgrounds for a particular role and are also committed to considering candidates for available positions throughout our organization, not just the one you’re applying to! What’s in it for you: At Ipsos you’ll experience opportunities for Career Development, an exceptional benefits package (including generous PTO, healthcare plans, wellness benefits), a flexible workplace policy, and a strong collaborative culture. To find out more about all the great reasons to work at Ipsos, how we’re making an impact around the world, and more about our benefits and employee programs, please visit: Why Work at Ipsos | CA Commitment to Diversity Ipsos recognizes the necessity of building an inclusive culture that values each employee’s individuality and diverse perspectives. For more than 40 years, our mission has been to generate and analyze data about society, markets, brands, and behaviors to provide our clients with the insights that elevate their understanding of the world. This could not be fulfilled without Ipsos’ diverse employees who compile and analyze this data—they are the essence of who we are and what we do. We are committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees, creating an environment that promotes inclusion, and enabling employees from all walks of life to flourish. Ipsos encourages our employees to act in a respectful and responsible manner, in line with code of best practices concerning diversity and inclusion, human rights, equality, and civility for every individual. Ipsos is An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other protected class and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. #LI-AA1 #LI- Hybrid #IpsosCanada Ipsos is one of the world’s largest research companies and currently the only one primarily managed by researchers, ranking as a #1 full-service research organization for four consecutive years. With over 75 different data-driven solutions, and presence in 90 markets, Ipsos brings together research, implementation, methodological, and subject-matter experts from around the world, combining thematic and technical experts to deliver top-quality research and insights. Simply speaking, we help the biggest companies solve some of their biggest problems, serving more than 5000 clients across the globe by providing research, data, and insights on their target markets. And we are proud of our continuous efforts in making Ipsos the best place to work! The Ipsos Understanding Unlimited service line uses Qualitative techniques to humanize data and bring cultural intelligence into our clients’ thinking. We bring ‘life to life’, through listening, observing and illuminating human interactions. Ipsos UU is the largest qualitative research company in the world. IUU has a community of 1300 specialists with diverse backgrounds and skill sets (e.g. ethnographers, community managers, semioticians) who understand people better than anyone else, simply because we have done more research for more clients in more countries than anyone else. With us, clients are fluent in 88 cultures.

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Responsibilities

The Project Manager will coordinate qualitative market research studies from proposal through completion, managing project execution and serving as a liaison between internal teams and external partners. Responsibilities include developing project cost estimates, building detailed project plans, and tracking project financials.