Global Strategic Insights Director

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Maryland.

📋 Description

• Collaborate with the Function Lead to establish and enhance the Strategic Insights group.

• Propel the DEWALT learning agenda and contribute to function priorities.

• Foster support for ongoing organizational investment in end-user comprehension.

• Create a plan for essential professional user insights.

• Remain updated on emerging research and analytical methodologies.

• Standardize research methods across the organization.

• Cultivate partnerships with vendors and cross-functional leaders.

• Lead and mentor a team of at least 3 Strategic Insights professionals.

• Define direction, priorities, and long-term capabilities for the team.

• Develop work plans that align with function and DEWALT business priorities.

• Promote professional and functional growth within the team.

• Transform data into actionable insights for senior and executive leaders through storytelling and data integration.

• Obtain reliable global market data and combine it with tailored insights.

• Identify and evaluate business opportunities at category, brand, country, and global scales.

• Integrate user and marketplace data into narratives that inform business strategy.

• Create engaging end-user experiences for leadership and business teams.

• Assess in-market success and leverage learnings to enhance new product development.

• Optimize global research and learning opportunities.

• Align strategic learning plans with senior leadership.

• Direct research development, execution, and implementation using both qualitative and quantitative methods.

• Experiment with innovative research tools and techniques for global applicability.

• Manage relationships with research and data suppliers.

• Assess agency and vendor capabilities for regional and global scalability.

• Choose suppliers and share insights with the consumer insights community.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree.

• MBA is a plus.

• Over 10 years of professional experience in Consumer Insights and/or a blend of Brand Development, Marketing Strategy, Marketing, Product/Project Management, or experience at a research vendor.

• Experience in managing and developing team members.

• Proficiency in various qualitative and quantitative consumer research methodologies and data analytics.

• Exceptional communication skills.

• Travel as required.

• This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship (H1B, OPT/CPT, TN, etc.).

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical insurance.

• Dental insurance.

• Life insurance.

• Vision insurance.

• Disability benefits.

• 401(k).

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

• Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and personal days.

• Tuition reimbursement.

• Wellness program.

• Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and products.

• Discount programs with partner vendors.

• Opportunities for career development and multiple career paths.

• Access to a digital learning portal.

• Lean Academy and online university.

• Certificates and specializations from accredited colleges and universities.

• Engagement in volunteerism and sustainable business practices.