Job Description

From fast answers to deep insights, Mintel has provided research and intelligence solutions to consumer-focused businesses for more than 50 years. With a combination of world-class syndicated tools and custom insight solutions, we are the eyes and ears in the markets that matter and the insights behind our clients\' next big idea.

Mintel GNPD is seeking a talented candidate who is interested with FMCG retail and is extremely comfortable with web-based technologies such as social media, blogs and newswires. An inquisitive nature is highly sought after and someone who thrives in a team atmosphere.

Based at our Kuala Lumpur office, the Research Coordinator is responsible in managing the coverage within assigned countries, guiding our extensive network of Field Associates in their day-to-day activities through your acquired knowledge and expertise of market sectors, activities and trends. You will also be collaborating with internal teams to improve the quality of coverage and field associates.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Managing Field Associate freelance employment lifecycles

• Hiring, on boarding, training, maintaining relations and off boarding if required.
• Day-to-day management of functions
• Creating list of new products and stores for Field Associate
• Proactively identifying product trends, new products, and retail activity through desk research and print information
• Monitoring relevant retail and brands website, trade publications and social media
• Communicating with company contacts via email, telephone and/or face-to-face for product information
• Working closely with internal teams to identify clients\' needs within the product solution
• Analysing and auditing country coverage on a regular basis
• Attending trade events when applicable

Who we are looking for:

• 1 - 2 years of corporate working experience
• Relevant desk research background/ experience
• Fluency in written and spoken English. This includes being comfortable speaking on the telephone or face to face with field associate and company contacts at a variety of levels
• Ability to handle multiple assignments and with different deadlines
• Team oriented individual whilst able to work independently
• Knowledgeable with online tools (News feeds, blogs, social media)

What We Offer

• A culture that supports true collaboration whilst embracing remote working.
• Flexible start time and end time.
• Blended (office/home) approach to work .
• Approach to personal development where we encourage individuals to grow and share what they\'ve learned.
• Social events, both within the department and across the company.
• Generous annual leave and wider circle employee benefits.
• Additional one day off to celebrate your birthday.
• Membership in Employee Resource Groups (Mintel Diversity, Mintel Wellness, and Mintel Gives).
• Giving back is part of our culture with this in mind, Mintel gives employees 2 days\' leave per year to join local volunteering activities organised by our Mintel Gives (where applicable).
• Mental health and wellbeing support via Modern Health App.
• Beautifully designed offices foster collaboration and fun.

Mintel is an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to the strength of an inclusive workplace.

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