Market Research Analyst Jobs in Iowa
Market Research Analyst jobs in Iowa are consistently active, with demand concentrated in insurance, financial services, agriculture-related consumer goods, and healthcare sectors that anchor the state's economy. Des Moines and Cedar Rapids account for the majority of openings, with Iowa City contributing a smaller but steady share, and established employers like Principal Financial Group, Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield, and Transamerica regularly seek analysts skilled in consumer insights, quantitative modeling, and market forecasting. Roles range from entry-level research associate positions to senior analyst and manager-level openings. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Must be 18+At Hy-Vee our people are our strength. We promise “a helpful smile in every aisle” and those smiles can only come from a workforce that is fully engaged and committed to supporting our customers and each other.
Job Description:
Job Title: Market Grille Department Manager
Department: Market Grille
FLSA : Non-Exempt
General Function
The General Manager will plan, organize, direct, and coordinate the workers and resources for the efficient, well-prepared, and profitable service of food and beverages.
Core Competencies
- Partnerships
- Growth mindset
- Results oriented
- Customer focused
- Professionalism
Reporting Relations
Accountable and Reports to: District Store Director, Store Manager, Assistant Manager of; Perishables, Store Operations, and Health Wellness Home; Food Service Director
Positions that Report to you: Department Employees
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
- Maintains a positive attitude; creates an atmosphere of friendliness and fun through flexibility and teamwork.
- Generates a friendly atmosphere by encouraging employees to greet and speak to guests; providing prompt, courteous, and efficient service to guests and sets a good example.
- Sets the department standards for customer service, employee relations, cleanliness, sanitation, professional appearance and overall profitability.
- Smiles and greets guests in a friendly manner throughout the entire facility.
- Makes an effort to learn guests’ names and to address them by name whenever possible.
- Answers the telephone promptly and provides friendly, helpful service to guests who call including taking product orders.
- Works with chefs for efficient provisioning and purchasing of supplies.
- Projects and controls food and beverage costs.
- Supervises portion control and quantities of preparation to minimize waste.
- Performs frequent checks to ensure consistent high quality of preparation and service.
- Analyzes weekly and monthly sales and trends and compares to actuals.
- Works with other management personnel to plan and executes marketing, advertising, and any special restaurant functions.
- Monitors actions of staff and guests to ensure that health and safety standards and liquor regulations are obeyed.
- Maintains budget and employee records and monitors bookkeeping records.
- Investigates and resolves complaints concerning food quality and service.
- Arranges for maintenance and repair of equipment and other services.
- Figures retail merchandise pricing and ensures correct pricing.
- Directs hiring, training, and scheduling of food service personnel.
- Enforces sanitary practices for food handling, general cleanliness, and maintenance of kitchen and dining areas.
- Complies with all health and safety regulations.
- Conducts inventory of the department.
- Plans displays, promotions, and determines pre-orders.
- Monitors food preparation and methods.
- Understands and troubleshoots equipment and ensures maintenance is performed.
- Maintains strict adherence to department and company guidelines related to personal hygiene and dress.
- Adheres to company policies and individual store guidelines.
- Reports to work when scheduled and on time.
- Forecasts sales for accurate ordering and scheduling.
- Oversees department schedules that are written and executed according to volume.
- Writes and adheres to a yearly budget.
- Manages all financial aspects of the business.
- Monitors and manages cash accountability and accounting practices.
Secondary Duties and Responsibilities
- Ensures pricing is competitive in the market area
- Attends meetings and seminars and participates in continuing education
- Unloads trucks, checks in delivered merchandise and places product in appropriate storage area
- Performs departmental duties as needed
- Assists in all areas of store as needed
- Performs other job related duties and special projects as required
Supervisory Responsibilities
- Instructs, assigns, reviews and plans work of others.
- Maintains standards, coordinates activities, allocates personnel, acts on employee problems, and selects new employees.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Worker Characteristics
- Must have the ability to solve practical problems; variety of variables with limited standardization; interpret instructions.
- Ability to do arithmetic calculations involving fractions, decimals, and percentages.
- Possesses the ability to compose original correspondence; interprets written work instructions; interviews job applicants; follows technical manuals and has increased contact with people.
- Teamwork
- Demonstrates leadership qualities/skills.
- Ability to interpret and manage recipes to ensure compliance and minimize waste
- Ability to spot problems and resolve them quickly and efficiently, maintain a level head, and delegate many kitchen tasks simultaneously
- Maintains impeccable personal hygiene; high work and safety standards; sets an example for the remainder of staff
- Ability to manage in a diverse environment with focus on client and guest service.
- Excellent attention to detail
- Demonstrates track record of creativity, training, cost controls and understands the intricacies of running day to day very busy, uncompromising kitchens
- Strong passion for culinary excellence, bar knowledge and service
- Proven ability to develop team - strong leadership and communications abilities
- Knowledge of systems, methods and processes that contribute to great execution
Education and Experience
A combination of practical experience and education will be considered as an alternate. Two to four years of related work experience.
Physical Requirements
- Must be physically able to exert up to 100 pounds of force (shared team lifting) occasionally; exert up to 50 pounds of force frequently; and exert up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
- Visual requirements include vision from less than 20 inches to more than 20 feet with or without correction, depth perception, color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors), and field of vision.
- Must be able to perform the following physical activities: climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions.
Working Conditions
This position is frequently exposed to a cool environment, dampness, noise from equipment, and vibrations from some equipment. There are possible equipment movement hazards from slicers and choppers. There is daily exposure to cleaning chemicals and solvents. This is a fast paced work environment.
Equipment Used to Perform Job
Cash register, fryers, ovens, stoves, grills, toasters, can opener, griddle, chargrill, slicer, delivery van, refrigerated food prep case, thermometers, knives, dishwasher, ice machine, coffee maker, scales, pop machine, calculator, computer, steamer, fax, copier, bar equipment and restaurant point of sale system.
Confidentiality
Has access to confidential information including, employee compensation, monthly results, quarterly inventory reports, sales and profit sheets, and warehouse pricing.
Financial Responsibility
Responsible for company assets including equipment and merchandise.
Contacts
Has daily contact with customers, employees, suppliers/vendors, and the general public. Occasional contact with local, federal or state regulatory agencies regarding inspections.
Are you ready to smile, apply today.
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre employment drug screen.
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Where Iowa roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Market Research Analyst Job Market in Iowa
A snapshot from current Iowa openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Hy-Vee6

- Segra2

- Walgreens2

- Interstate Batteries2

- UNFI1

Top Industries Hiring
- Retail4
- Insurance2
- Technology & Software2
- Fintech1
- Automotive1
What Iowa Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in market research analyst jobs across Iowa.
- Bachelor's degree in marketing, statistics, business, or a related field
- Proficiency in statistical software such as SPSS, SAS, or R
- Experience designing surveys and conducting quantitative and qualitative research
- Ability to translate data findings into clear reports and presentations for business stakeholders
- Familiarity with CRM platforms and market research tools such as Qualtrics or Nielsen
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for cross-functional collaboration
Market Research Analyst Jobs in Iowa: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a market research analyst in Iowa?
Market research analysts in Iowa are not required to hold a state-issued license or sit for a state exam. Most employers expect a bachelor's degree in marketing, business, statistics, or economics. Iowa's largest hiring sectors, including insurance and financial services companies in Des Moines and healthcare organizations in Iowa City, also value certifications such as the Professional Researcher Certification offered by the Insights Association, which signals rigor to analytical hiring managers.
How much do market research analysts make in Iowa?
Market research analysts in Iowa earn a median of about $66,390 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $40,160 for the lowest 10% to over $122,120 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire market research analysts in Iowa?
Employers hiring market research analysts in Iowa right now include Hy-Vee, Segra, and Walgreens, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Iowa's concentration of large insurance headquarters and regional financial institutions in Des Moines means these sectors generate the most consistent analyst demand in the state.
Which Iowa cities have the most market research analyst jobs?
Des Moines, Marion, and Altoona have the most market research analyst openings in Iowa. Des Moines dominates because it is home to major insurance carriers and financial services firms that maintain large in-house research functions, while Cedar Rapids draws openings from manufacturing and food-production companies that track consumer trends, and Iowa City benefits from the University of Iowa's affiliated healthcare and research institutions.
Are there remote market research analyst jobs in Iowa?
Yes, and more than most fields. Market research analysis is desk-based and data-driven, making it well suited to remote or hybrid arrangements. About 57% of market research analyst openings tied to Iowa are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting how widely the role has shifted away from strictly on-site work. Survey design, data analysis, and report writing are the tasks most commonly performed fully remotely.
How can I get hired as a market research analyst in Iowa with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for research associate or analyst-in-training roles at Iowa's large insurance and financial services employers, where structured onboarding programs bring in candidates from business and social-science degrees. Principal Financial Group and Wellmark have historically recruited new graduates into analytics and strategy support functions. Building a portfolio of independent survey projects or volunteering with University of Iowa research centers strengthens an application considerably. Adjacent roles in marketing coordination or data entry at consumer-goods firms in Cedar Rapids also serve as a practical step into analyst work.
Where can I find and apply to market research analyst jobs in Iowa?
Migrate Mate lists current market research analyst openings across Iowa, including positions in Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, and Iowa City. Search the roles that fit your background and apply directly to the ones that match your experience level and preferred work arrangement.
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