Market Research Project Manager

Lead Research That Shapes the Brands of Tomorrow

This is your chance to manage high-impact research that drives brand strategy worldwide. If you're ready to level up your career, shape big decisions, and make your mark globally, this role is built for you.

Job Description

As a Market Research Project Manager, you will oversee the end-to-end execution of research projects-managing timelines, coordinating cross-functional teams, resolving issues, and ensuring timely delivery of insights. You will drive operational efficiency while identifying opportunities to improve processes and ensure project milestones are met with precision.

Job Overview

Employment type: Full-time

Shift: Monday to Friday, 11:00 PM - 08:00 AM

Salary: PHP 80,000

Work setup: Permanent work-from-home

Exciting Perks Await

• Day 1 HMO coverage with free dependent
• Competitive Salary Package
• Night differential pay to maximize your earnings
• Permanent WFH arrangement
• Prime office location in Makati (Easy access to MRT stations, restaurants, and banks)
• Fixed weekends off
• Unlimited upskilling through Emapta Academy courses (Want to know more? Visit )
• Free 24/7 access to our office gyms (Ortigas and Makati) with a free physical fitness trainer
• Exclusive Emapta Lifestyle perks (hotel and restaurant discounts, and more)
• Unlimited opportunities for employee referral incentives across the organization
• Standard government and Emapta benefits
• Total of 20 annual leaves to be used on your own discretion (including 5 credits convertible to cash)
• Fun engagement activities for employees
• Mentorship and exposure to global leaders and teams
• Career growth opportunities
• Diverse and supportive work environment

The Qualifications We Seek

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, with a strong desire for continuous learning.
• 2-3 years of experience in project management and/or business operations with a record of high performance and growing responsibilities.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated success building positive relationships within cross-functional teams.
• Ability to think both strategically and tactically to anticipate challenges and solve problems proactively.
• High attention to detail with excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• A proactive, responsive self-starter committed to providing outstanding service and delivering high-quality results.
• Mindset focused on efficiency, optimization, and creating value through better processes.
• Ability to perform under pressure while maintaining a positive, can-do attitude.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; familiarity with project management and/or survey platforms a plus but not required ).
• Must have graveyard shift experience

Your Daily Tasks

Project Management

• Create and maintain timelines for all research projects from kickoff to report delivery
• Monitor incoming project requests and lead initial planning to align with team capacity and timing
• Communicate project status, risks, and updates proactively to stakeholders
• Coordinate and manage external vendors and contractors

Stakeholder Coordination & Communication

• Act as a liaison between Partner Success, Insights, Operations, and Analytics to ensure alignment on project milestones
• Provide timely updates on project status and progress to stakeholders

Resource & Capacity Management

• Assess project phases for complexity and resource requirements
• Adjust plans to balance team workloads
• Monitor project priorities to identify bottlenecks and propose solutions

Project Data & Reporting

• Report project data accurately, including timelines, assignments, time tracking, fielding results, and vendor expenses
• Validate post-project costs to ensure all expenses are captured and recorded
• Analyze project performance against benchmarks to identify trends and improvement opportunities

Process Improvement & Optimization

• Lead and support cross-functional process improvement initiatives across the project lifecycle
• Collaborate with department leads to implement and operationalize process changes

Support Functions

• Support Partner Success in project conversions
• Facilitate early-stage planning and hand off projects smoothly to execution teams

Quality Control & Risk Management

• Identify potential project risks and propose mitigation strategies
• Ensure timely delivery of key project milestones

About the Client

Our client, Mindsight, is a US-based consumer and brand research powerhouse dedicated to helping innovative brands grow smarter and faster. With a full-service, insights-led approach, they turn numbers into strategic clarity. Their team of curious minds and data nerds transforms research into practical direction-guiding brands like Keurig and Del Monte to market success. If you're passionate about making an impact through intelligent data storytelling and strategic execution, this is the team for you.

Who Are We

Join a team that values camaraderie, excellence, and growth. Recognized as one of the Top 20 Dream Companies of Filipinos in 2024, Emapta stands proudly alongside industry giants, offering stability and exciting career opportunities. Your career flourishes here with competitive compensation, international clients, and a work culture focused on collaboration and innovation. Work with global clients across industries, supported by a stable foundation and like-minded professionals passionate about making an impact. Apply now and be part of the #EmaptaEra