Project Manager, IUU

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.

Were 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 youll 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 $60000 to $65000. 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 dont 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 youre applying to!

Whats in it for you:

At Ipsos youll 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 were 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 employees 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 datathey 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.

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