Strategic Gears is one of the largest local management consultancies in Saudi Arabia, and the market leader in providing multidisciplinary services for both the private and public sectors. The company offers consulting s…
Skills: Market Research, Research Methodology, Primary Data Collection, Quantitative Analysis, Qualitative Analysis
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Full-time
bachelor degree, postgraduate degree
Posted 12d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Market Research Manager will own the end-to-end research function, from designing methodologies and overseeing data collection to translating findings into actionable client strategies. They will also lead and mentor a team of research associates while acting as a senior point of contact for clients.
Requirements
Candidates need a Bachelor's degree in a related field and 8-10 years of experience in market research or consulting. Proficiency in English and Arabic, along with experience managing teams and using research tools like Gartner and Statista, is required.
Full job description
Strategic Gears is one of the largest local management consultancies in Saudi Arabia, and the market leader in providing multidisciplinary services for both the private and public sectors.
The company offers consulting solutions in the areas of Strategy, Marketing, Operations & Organizational Excellence, and Digital, to a range of clients in both the public and private sectors.
The company is heavily involved in the transformation era of Saudi Arabia, driven by the Vision 2030 initiative, in engagement with various government organizations and the Vision Realization Programs as well as the private sector. Strategic Gears has delivered projects in more than 17 sectors for the most well-known entities in the public sector including ministries, regulatory authorities, and the Saudi Stock Exchange, as well major private sector entities in the Kingdom.
Today, Strategic Gears has offices in Riyadh and Jeddah in Saudi Arabia, as well as an office in Cairo, Doha, London and in Madrid.
\nAbout the role
Strategic Gears is looking for a Market Research Manager to join the team in Cairo. You will own the research function end-to-end — setting methodology standards, leading primary data collection, and translating findings into actionable insights that drive client strategy. Beyond hands-on research, you will lead and develop a team of researchers, oversee fieldwork quality, and act as a senior point of contact for clients on research scope and deliverables.
What you will do
Lead the design of research methodologies, questionnaires, and discussion guides aligned to client objectives
Own primary data collection and oversee fieldwork execution to ensure data quality and on-time delivery
Manage, mentor, and develop a team of research associates, allocating workload across projects
Track market trends, developments, and competitive activity to shape research direction and insights
Direct qualitative and quantitative analysis, ensuring accuracy and analytical rigor across deliverables
Translate findings into clear reports, market assessments, and presentations for senior stakeholders
Partner with consulting teams and clients to scope research needs and integrate findings into broader strategies
Set and uphold research standards, tools, and best practices across the function
what you will bring
Bachelor's in Business, Marketing, Economics, Statistics, or a related field; Master's a plus
8–10 years in market research, business consulting, or data analysis, preferably in a consulting environment
Proven experience managing research teams, multiple projects, timelines, and deliverables
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret large datasets into actionable recommendations
Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage clients and senior stakeholders
Proficiency with market research tools/databases (e.g., Gartner, Statista), Excel, and data visualization tools
High attention to detail and a track record of accurate, comprehensive reporting
Strategic Gears is an award-winning consulting firm with a focus on helping
the most ambitious and consequential organizations in the world define what comes next—and deliver it with the precision, speed, and depth that the moment demands.
Founded in Riyadh in 2015, we have built one of the region’s most respected consulting practices by creating a unique model that combines deep expertise while maintaining proximity and relevance to clients—a strategy that earned us a Platinum ranking among leading consulting firms in the Middle East, and one we maintained and replicated as we expanded into Europe and Africa.
Across three continents and seven locations, our team of 300+ professionals works with a trusted ecosystem that includes thousands of global experts, elite educational institutions, and implementation partners.
ستراتيجك جيرز هي شركة استشارية تركز على مساعدة المؤسسات الأكثر طموحًا وتأثيرًا في العالم على تحديد ما يأتي مستقبلاً، وتنفيذه بالدقة والسرعة والعمق التي تتطلبها المرحلة.
تأسست شركتنا في الرياض عام 2015، ومنذ حينها بنينا واحدة من أكثر الممارسات الاستشارية احترامًا في المنطقة من خلال نموذج فريد يجمع بين خبرات عميقة عبر مجالات متعددة ومجموعة واسعة من القدرات، مع الحفاظ على القرب والصلة من العملاء، وهي استراتيجية حافظنا عليها وكرّرناها مع توسعنا إلى أوروبا وأفريقيا.
عبر ثلاث قارات وسبعة مواقع، يعمل فريقنا الذي يضم أكثر من 300 متخصص ضمن منظومة موثوقة تشمل آلاف الخبراء العالميين، ومؤسسات تعليمية رائدة، وشركاء تنفيذيين.
Offices: Anas Ibn Malik Rd, Tal plaza, Second Floor, Riyadh, Riyadh 13521, SA · Prince Sultan St. Sabah Center, 2nd floor, Khaldiya Dist., Jeddah, Jeddah 23421, SA · Palm Tower, Block B, 15TH Floor, Building 1517 - West Bay, Doha, Doha 17062, QA · District 5, Office (040204), Building 4 Second floor., New Cairo, New Cairo, EG · 174 Hammersmith Road, Kings House, Hammersmith, London, London, GB
(1) Strategy (DevelopmentImplementation & Market Research and Economic Studies)(2) Operations & Organizational Excellence (GovernanceOperating Model DesignProject ManagementPerformance ManagementOrganizational DesignBusiness Process ManagementPolicies and ProceduresChange Management & Capability Building)
Strategic Gears is an award-winning consulting firm with a focus on helping
the most ambitious and consequential organizations in the world define what comes next—and deliver it with the precision, speed, and depth that the moment demands.
Founded in Riyadh in 2015, we have built one of the region’s most respected consulting practices by creating a unique model that combines deep expertise while maintaining proximity and relevance to clients—a strategy that earned us a Platinum ranking among leading consulting firms in the Middle East, and one we maintained and replicated as we expanded into Europe and Africa.
Across three continents and seven locations, our team of 300+ professionals works with a trusted ecosystem that includes thousands of global experts, elite educational institutions, and implementation partners.
ستراتيجك جيرز هي شركة استشارية تركز على مساعدة المؤسسات الأكثر طموحًا وتأثيرًا في العالم على تحديد ما يأتي مستقبلاً، وتنفيذه بالدقة والسرعة والعمق التي تتطلبها المرحلة.
تأسست شركتنا في الرياض عام 2015، ومنذ حينها بنينا واحدة من أكثر الممارسات الاستشارية احترامًا في المنطقة من خلال نموذج فريد يجمع بين خبرات عميقة عبر مجالات متعددة ومجموعة واسعة من القدرات، مع الحفاظ على القرب والصلة من العملاء، وهي استراتيجية حافظنا عليها وكرّرناها مع توسعنا إلى أوروبا وأفريقيا.
عبر ثلاث قارات وسبعة مواقع، يعمل فريقنا الذي يضم أكثر من 300 متخصص ضمن منظومة موثوقة تشمل آلاف الخبراء العالميين، ومؤسسات تعليمية رائدة، وشركاء تنفيذيين.
Offices: Anas Ibn Malik Rd, Tal plaza, Second Floor, Riyadh, Riyadh 13521, SA · Prince Sultan St. Sabah Center, 2nd floor, Khaldiya Dist., Jeddah, Jeddah 23421, SA · Palm Tower, Block B, 15TH Floor, Building 1517 - West Bay, Doha, Doha 17062, QA · District 5, Office (040204), Building 4 Second floor., New Cairo, New Cairo, EG · 174 Hammersmith Road, Kings House, Hammersmith, London, London, GB
(1) Strategy (DevelopmentImplementation & Market Research and Economic Studies)(2) Operations & Organizational Excellence (GovernanceOperating Model DesignProject ManagementPerformance ManagementOrganizational DesignBusiness Process ManagementPolicies and ProceduresChange Management & Capability Building)