Location :Ahmedabad - About Smytten Pulse - Role Overview

We are looking for an Associate Manager - Consumer Insights & Research to lead end-to-end research projects while managing a team and driving high-quality execution across multiple brand mandates. The role requires a solid balance of analytical thinking, stakeholder management, project ownership, and people leadership. - Key Responsibilities

Consumer Insights & Research - Lead and manage end-to-end qualitative and quantitative research projects.

- Design research frameworks, questionnaires, discussion guides, and insight reports.
- Analyze consumer behavior, market trends, and category performance to derive actionable insights.
- Work closely with internal stakeholders and brand teams to understand business objectives and research requirements.
- Present insights and recommendations in a structured and impactful manner.
- Ensure timely delivery and high quality of research outputs.

Team Management - Manage, mentor, and guide a team of researchers, analysts, and interns.

- Allocate projects and ensure smooth coordination within the team.
- Monitor team productivity, timelines, and deliverables.
- Support team members in problem-solving, stakeholder communication, and execution excellence.
- Drive a team-oriented, high-performance, and learning-oriented team culture.





Stakeholder & Client Management - Act as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.

- Build strong relationships with brand partners and ensure client satisfaction.
- Handle project discussions, expectation management, and feedback loops effectively.

Process & Strategy - Identify opportunities to improve research methodologies and operational efficiency.

- Contribute to scaling processes, reporting formats, and insight frameworks within Smytten Pulse.
- Stay updated on industry trends, consumer behavior shifts, and emerging research practices. - Requirements - 4 - 6 years of experience in Consumer Insights, Market Research, Brand Research, or related fields.
- Experience in managing teams and leading projects independently.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management abilities.
- Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and research/reporting tools.
- Ability to work under tight timelines in a energetic environment.
- Prior experience in FMCG, D2C, beauty, personal care, lifestyle, or research agencies is preferred. - What We’re Looking For - Strong ownership mindset and execution capabilities.
- Ability to think strategically while managing day-to-day operations.
- Detail-oriented with a consumer-first approach.
- Someone who can balance data, creativity, and business understanding effectively.

📌 Role - Consumer Insights & Research (Ahmedabad)
🏢 Smytten
📍 Ahmedabad