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end users in the computer, communications, and semiconductor industries.
It is the leading provider of research on user technology implementation
plans.
In-Stat, a business unit of Reed Business Information, and the leading provider of market research for Advanced Communications & Semiconductors, currently has an exciting career opportunity available for a Director of Primary Research.
The director of primary research will manage specialized primary research team and have responsibility for: managing the development, implementation, execution and utilization of consumer and business end-user survey research across all of In-Stat’s research and consulting practices; developing quantitative research surveys based on business requirements from research directors, industry analysts and consultants; managing In-Stat’s internal proprietary Technology Adoption Panel; acting as liaison with third party contractors for the purposes of planning and executing primary research projects.
The director is responsible for working closely with the consulting team to identify and develop custom project opportunities and for timely execution of identified projects.
Position could be based in Scottsdale, AZ; Waltham, MA or San Jose, CA.
Job Responsibilities and Qualifications:
Successful candidate will have: a BA/BS degree with a concentration in Marketing, Communications, Statistics, or Economics, - a masters degree or MBA preferred; a minimum of 5 years market research experience, preferably within a technology industry; excellent project management, organization and prioritization skills; strong quantitative analysis skills, including advanced statistical analysis; proficiency in SPSS; the ability to translate next-generation technology product ideas into layman’s terms; exceptional written and verbal communication skills; a high level of computer proficiency; the ability to work with internal and external clients to develop methodologies, sampling plans and questionnaires.
Reed Business Information is committed to workforce diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or national origin. We invite all applicants to confidentially self-identify when applying. The Company complies with applicable laws governing non-discrimination by state and locale.
Qualified candidates should apply on-line at www.reedbusiness.com or send their resume, along with salary requirements to hroakbrook@reedbusiness.com
Research Analyst/Data Products
We are currently looking for a Research Analyst to join our In-Stat team in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Research Analyst (Data Products)
Identify, collect, organize, and maintain electronic data relating to networking, communication, and other technologies. Work closely with senior staff to coordinate information capture and retrieval across various market segments. The Research Analyst will be responsible for producing quarterly networking equipment data products.
Job Requirements:
Perform quantitative research activities to support ongoing market research
Conduct search activities on the Internet and third-party databases
Knowledge of MS Word and Excel
Proficiency in using relational databases to perform data entry and generate reports
Tenacity to seek hard-to-find information
Understanding of communication and networking terminology
Contribute to the design and development of future data product deliverables
Qualifications:
Good problem-solving, analytical, and quantitative skills
Bachelors Degree in Economics, Business, Information Technology, Marketing,
or related area
Ideal, entry-level position for recent graduates. Successful candidates will be collaborative, hands-on, and possess a natural curiosity to expand knowledge. Interested applicants please submit your application (cover letter and resume) with expected salary to: victoria.fodale@reedbusiness.com
Principal Analyst, Enabling Technologies Research Group
In-Stat, a business unit of Reed Business Information and the leading provider of market research for Advanced Communications & Semiconductors, is looking for a Principal Analyst for its Enabling Technologies research practice.
The Principal Analyst position will have primary responsibility for the PC Technology service, as well as supporting the Microprocessor Report newsletter and developing custom reports and research. The candidate will be a leading authority in the semiconductor and PC industry, with proven analytical skills and business judgment. The analyst will create research reports, drive service and report content, deliver presentations to customer and industry events, and perform inquiries. The Principal Analyst interfaces heavily with customers and plays a key role in customer business development.
The ideal candidate will have both a technical background and business experience in the semiconductor and/or PC industries. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated entrepreneurial skills, with proven analysis skills, marketing skills, product management, written and verbal communications, and judgment.
The Analyst will be based in the US.
The position requires:
An engineering degree or equivalent experience
A minimum of 7 years of combined technical and business experience in the semiconductor or PC industry
Excellent written and spoken English (additional languages are a plus)
Strong presentation, interpersonal, and organizational skills
Expertise with Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Established contacts with major semiconductor suppliers and PC OEMs
Knowledge of microprocessors, graphics, I/O, storage, and other related PC components
Demonstrated quantitative and forecasting skills for both emerging and developed markets
Europe - Senior/Principal Analyst - Wireless Research Group
In-Stat is a business unit of Reed Business Information and the leading provider of market research for Advanced Communications & Semiconductors. As part of its aggressive growth strategy In-Stat is looking to expand its research activities in Europe and also to grow its Wireless research practice area.
The Principal Analyst position will have primary responsibility for a specific wireless syndicated research service or group of services, as well as developing custom reports and research. The candidate will be a leading authority in the wireless industry, with proven analytical skills and business judgment. The analyst will create research reports, drive service and report content, deliver presentations to customer and industry events, and perform inquiries. The Principal Analyst interfaces heavily with customers and plays a key role in customer business development. A major function of the position is to drive development of In-Stat’s business in Europe and the Middle East.
The ideal candidate will have extensive background in most aspects of the cellular industry, including a deep understanding of wireless service providers, mobile applications, infrastructure, handsets and current wireless technology. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated entrepreneurial skills, with proven analysis skills, marketing skills, product management, written and verbal communications, and judgment.
The Analyst will be based in the UK or on the European mainland.
The position requires:
A minimum of 7 years of market research experience in the wireless market space
Extensive wireless industry experience
Excellent written and spoken English, with expertise with Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Fluency in another major European Language is highly desirable; German or French would be preferred
Established contacts with major European cellular operators and wireless equipment suppliers
A technical or business degree
Demonstrated quantitative and forecasting skills for both emerging and developed markets
In-Stat is a business unit of Reed Business Information and the leading provider of market research for Advanced Communications & Semiconductors. As part of its aggressive growth strategy In-Stat is looking to expand its research activities in Europe and also to grow its Networking research practice area.
The Senior Analyst position will have primary responsibility for specific European Networking syndicated research. The candidate will be a leading authority in the telecommunications industry, primarily focusing on technology and equipment for both service provider and enterprise networking.
The analyst will create research reports, contribute to consulting project work, deliver presentations to customer and at industry events, and handle client inquiries. In addition, the analyst will work closely with our European Sales team in promoting the sales of research products and interfacing with customers at a high level.
In addition to taking the lead on European research and analysis, the analyst will also work closely with colleagues in other regions on collaborative projects and on developing views on the global market.
The ideal candidate must have extensive background in various aspects of the telecommunications/networking industry, with some expertise in IMS, fixed/mobile convergence, wireless broadband, VoIP, and broadband networks.
This position requires:
A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience
Word, Excel and strong written and verbal communication skills
A Technical or Business Degree
Analyst experience including thorough knowledge of supply-side and demand-side primary and secondary research, quantitative and forecasting skills
Telecommunications industry expertise and contacts
In-Stat is a business unit of Reed Business Information and the leading provider of market research for Advanced Communications & Semiconductors. In-Stat’s Consulting practice is responsible for developing and delivering consulting engagements and custom market research. We are currently seeking a Principal Consultant to assist our Managing Director for consulting in the development of our consulting business. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a passion for understanding the rapidly evolving communications marketplace to help grow an innovative consulting practice.
In-Stat Consulting leverages the wealth of world-class research and analysis carried out by In-Stat’s Research organization and also utilizes In-Stat’s market-leading survey-based primary research facilities. Target clients include major U.S. telecommunications service providers, global telecommunications system vendors, and leading technology companies who are targeting advanced communications markets.
This position will have primary responsibility for supporting In-Stat’s Consulting capabilities and business. The Principal Consultant will work closely with our Managing Director for consulting to sell and deliver consulting engagements to In-Stat clients. The job function is highly entrepreneurial and requires the selected candidate to work closely with the Managing Director to identify opportunities, craft innovative consulting solutions, develop proposals, and manage project delivery.
The Principal Consultant will have extensive knowledge of and experience in advanced communications markets and the ability to hold in-depth discussions with senior management in client companies, with the objectives of understanding their business issues and becoming a trusted advisor.
The ideal candidate will have at least 7 years of relevant experience, combining experience as a consultant with a leading management consulting firm with relevant experience in the communications services and/or infrastructure industries. Additionally, the following skills and attributes are desired:
Strong project management skills with a constant eye for detail
Familiarity with qualitative and quantitative research methodologies and market modeling
Strong presentation and writing skills
Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills
Comfort working in a fast-paced environment
Ability to creatively solve problems
A bachelor's degree is required and a master's degree is preferred. Preference will be given to candidates located in either the Scottsdale, Arizona or Waltham, Massachusetts offices, but high-quality candidates will be considered anywhere in the U.S.
The Senior Account Executive will be tasked with exceeding sales quotas by retaining and growing existing customers and developing new customer relationships to ensure net revenue growth. This position will focus on renewal activities, development of high-level client relationships and providing integrated solutions that provide support to global organizations in achieving their business goals.
Job Responsibilities and Qualifications :
The ideal candidate will have at least 7+ years consultative sales experience, with 2+ years of success in sales of market research, business intelligence, publishing, or another subscription-based information business. A high-level of business acumen and industry expertise is required, as is timely and accurate revenue forecasting capabilities.
The preferred candidate will have a proven track record of consistent over-achievement of sales quotas, established senior management contacts, and in-depth industry knowledge with comprehensive understanding of technology buying centers a plus.
Selling In-Stat syndicated reports and services via telephone and e-mail.
Working with accounts with revenues of $1 million to over $1 billion to build relationships and develop delighted customers who renew their services on a regular basis.
Maintaining a retention rate of 80% to 100% within their assigned territory.
Producing new business for syndicated reports and subscription services within the client territory that meets the quota guidelines.
Forecasting new business and renewal of existing business on a weekly and monthly basis
Marketing to the client base with regard to the latest in In-Stat offerings and product enhancements.
Continually staying abreast of new product offers and technology.
Attending all company sponsored training sessions with the application of learned techniques to sales efforts.
This position would be responsible for:
Selling In-Stat syndicated reports and services via telephone and e-mail.
Working with accounts with revenues of $1 million to over $1 billion to build relationships and develop delighted customers who renew their services on a regular basis.
Maintaining a retention rate of 80% to 100% within their assigned territory.
Producing new business for syndicated reports and subscription services within the client territory that meets the quota guidelines.
Forecasting new business and renewal of existing business on a weekly and monthly basis
Marketing to the client base with regard to the latest in In-Stat offerings and product enhancements.
Continually staying abreast of new product offers and technology.
Attending all company sponsored training sessions with the application of learned techniques to sales efforts.
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will have 1 - 3 years sales experience with a bachelor's degree, preferably in business, marketing or sales concentration - recent graduates is a plus. The successful person must have the drive for success, be able to thrive in a quota driven environment, demonstrate the ability to take initiative and work independently as well as in a team environment and be able to develop and conduct effective client presentations via the telephone. Additionally, this person must be flexible and self-motivated with excellent inter-personal, inter-departmental and communication skills. The successful candidate will have strong computer proficiency with the understanding and aptitude for the semiconductor and advanced communications markets.
We are currently looking for a Research Analyst/Senior Analyst for Multimedia/Convergence research in Asia Pacific region to join our In-Stat Asia team in Singapore.
Research / Senior Analyst (Multimedia / Convergence)
The appointee will continually track the regional multimedia / convergence services and equipment market place, providing key data for Multimedia / Convergence Group research reports.
Job Responsibilities:
Create research reports
Contribute to reports topic selection
Deliver presentations to customer and industry events
Perform inquiries
Requirements:
A Technical or Business Degree & above
A minimum of 3 years’ of relevant experience
Analyst experience including thorough knowledge of supply-side and demand-side, primary and secondary research, quantitative and forecasting skills for both emerging and developed markets
Industry expertise and contacts
Strong Word, Excel and written and verbal communication skills
This role is very entrepreneurial and incorporates analysis and marketing skills, product management, written and verbal communication, and judgment. The successful candidate will be provided with opportunities for professional growth, while making a major contribution to In-Stat Asia and the Multimedia / Convergence Group.
Interested applicants please submit your application (cover letter and resume)
with expected salary to: jane.tan@rbi-asia.com
In-Stat is an equal opportunity employer.
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