Senior Manager Project Management

Senior Manager, Project Management

Remote, India

Role Impact:

We are seeking a Sr. Manager, Project Management to manage a team of Quantitative Project Management Associates that lead and oversee a variety of market research projects from initiation to completion. The ideal candidate will have:

• Proven track record of successfully managing market research projects and programs with delivery on time, on scope.


• Proven track record of managing a team of Project Managers, with a focus on career development.


• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills, with strong follow through and accountability, and a keen eye for detail.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact with internal and external stakeholders/clients, and internal team members at all levels.


• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to be assertive and resolve scope-related and interpersonal issues effectively.


• Strong team management skills; ability to manage resourcing + utilization, track compliance, and address performance concerns.


• You’ll work closely with clients, cross-functional internal teams, and vendors to ensure successful project delivery in a fast-paced environment.

We’re Looking For:

• Supervise team of 4-6 direct reports, mentoring with a focus on career development – including quarterly employee enhancement team performance reviews


• Set team initiatives that align with MarketCast’s strategic goals and vision


• Own team training & process documentation


• Oversight of teams’ project execution work and ultimately accountable for timeliness and quality


• Drive compliance with standardization, while guiding the team in developing and delivering process improvement initiatives


• Apply program management expertise to guide the team in delivering portfolio initiatives, proactively managing dependencies, and prioritizing workload


• Own project escalation + issue resolution with internal stakeholders


• Step into project lead work as needed (serving as a point of contact for internal teams, owning the delivery of all day-to-day and ad hoc requests. Ensure that all stakeholders are informed and aligned throughout the project, developing & own detailed project schedules and timelines).


• Work directly with other internal teams to address issues; identify communication gaps; make recommendations on revisions to current processes


• Represent Project Management in cross-functional team meetings


• Drive adherence to MarketCast Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience in market research project management roles, with 3+ years of experience in Team management


• Moderate to advance process knowledge (deliverables) of Survey programming, Data processing, Reporting and Open-end coding teams


• Knowledge of market research tools (e.g., Decipher)


• Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., Asana, ClickUp, etc.) and MS Office and Google Suite.


• PMP or other relevant project management certification is a plus.


• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Market Research, or a related quantitative field


• Master of Business Administration (MBA) or an advanced degree in a technical or quantitative discipline is highly preferred

Who We Are:

MarketCast measures what moves people. Powered by AI, trained on decades of verified consumer response data, along with proprietary technology, MarketCast is the marketing effectiveness partner for the world's most ambitious brands, connecting emotional resonance to real-world business outcomes across advertising, sponsorships, content, brand health, and advanced analytics. With category-deep expertise spanning sports, entertainment, travel, automotive, and consumer brands, our team of seasoned industry strategists brings unmatched human intelligence to every engagement, turning complex data into decisive action so brands know exactly what's working, why it's working, and what to do next.

At MarketCast, we don't just accept difference - we embrace it, support it, and thrive on it for the benefit of our global culture and success. MarketCast is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. Check us out on LinkedIn and at: www.marketcast.com

Our Values:

Move the Needle

We turn insight into action and action into impact, acting with urgency and intention at every level, anticipating what's needed, executing with discipline, and driving outcomes that are measured and meaningful.

Client Success is Our Scoreboard

We win when our clients win. Delivering scaled, tech-enabled solutions that drive measurable impact and value to build lasting partnerships.

Grow Every Day

Expertise is earned continuously by investing in our craft, our colleagues, and our company.

Own It

Take responsibility for outcomes, not just outputs.

Benefits:

• Free movie tickets!


• Internet Broadband reimbursement


• Group Mediclaim policy covering employees and their families


• Group accident insurance for employees


• Group Term Life Insurance for employees


• Wellness and mental health support


• Annual health check-ups for employees at subsidized rates


• Professional growth and career development including LinkedIn Learning

In addition to your salary, MarketCast believes in providing a competitive total rewards package for its employees. All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements, and the terms of our official plan may be modified or amended from time to time.

Data Privacy Notice: In accordance with the provisions of the Information Technology Act, 2000 and applicable Data Protection Rules in India, please note that we collect certain categories of personal information from you as part of the application process and use it for the purposes indicated. Categories of personal information include name, contact information (phone, email, address), and details of your work history and education. The purpose of collecting this information is to be able to contact you and to assess your qualifications for the role. All information will be processed and stored securely, and will be used solely for recruitment, selection, and, if applicable, onboarding purposes, in compliance with applicable Indian laws.