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Sr Analyst II, Client Sales & Insights / L13
Let’s be unstoppable together!
Circana is a leading provider of technology, AI, and data solutions for consumer packaged goods companies, manufacturers, and retailers. Our predictive analytics and Liquid Data® platform help clients measure market share, uncover consumer behavior, and drive growth—powered by six decades of expertise and an expansive, high-quality data set.
At Circana, we are fueled by our passion for continuous learning and growth, we seek and share feedback freely, and we celebrate victories both big and small in an environment that is flexible and accommodating to our work and personal lives. We’re a global company dedicated to fostering inclusivity and belonging. We value and celebrate the unique experiences, cultures, and viewpoints that each individual brings. By embracing a wide range of backgrounds, skills, expertise, and beyond, we create a stronger, more innovative environment for our employees, clients, and communities. With us, you can always bring your full self to work. Join our inclusive, committed team to be a challenger, own outcomes, and stay curious together. Circana is proud to be Certified™ by Great Place To Work®. This prestigious award is based entirely on what current employees say about their experience working at Circana.
Our Critical Sales Skills
At the heart of our commercial success is a team of professionals who combine strategic insight, customer-centricity, and executional excellence. These skills represent the core capabilities required to drive value for our clients and sustainable growth for our business.
- Effectively Presents Solutions: Delivers tailored, compelling solutions that align with customer needs and drive action.
- Knows the Buying Influences: Identifies key decision-makers and understands their motivations and influence.
- Manages Buyer Indifference: Recognizes and explores customer hesitation to uncover new needs or opportunities.
- Understands Customer Needs: Operates as a recognized expert to articulate customer needs in the customer's business language and business context.
- Being Resilient: Bounces back from setbacks with composure and positivity; helps others stay productive during tough times.
- Manages Ambiguity: Stays focused and calm in uncertain situations; guides others through change.
What will you be doing?
Circana is seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Senior Analyst to join our Consumer Technology team. This role aligns Circana solutions with client business objectives through strategic account management and cross-functional collaboration. It uses industry expertise and advanced analytics to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights. The position manages daily client interactions, delivering value through training, insights, and recommendations. Success requires strong problem-solving skills, adaptability, and the ability to advocate client needs across the organization.
Job Responsibilities
- Drive Client Growth: Identify and pursue opportunities to expand client relationships by aligning Circana’s data and software solutions with their strategic goals.
- Deliver Insight-Led Solutions: Translate complex data into actionable insights that help clients make informed decisions and achieve measurable outcomes.
- Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Partner with internal teams (e.g., Client Insights, Product, and Analytics) to deliver integrated solutions and ensure client success.
- Maintain Industry Expertise: Stay current on trends in [retail, CPG, or general merchandise] to position Circana as a thought leader and trusted advisor.
- Build Strategic Relationships: Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across client organizations, including decision-makers and influencers.
- Utilize Sales Tools and Platforms: Leverage Circana’s proprietary platforms (e.g., Unify+, Liquid Data, Intelligence Suite) to support client engagements and solution delivery.
- Achieve Revenue Targets: Meet or exceed individual and team sales goals through disciplined pipeline management and strategic account planning.
- Champion Client Success: Ensure client satisfaction by proactively addressing challenges, identifying growth opportunities, and delivering consistent value.
- Advanced Analytic Skills: Demonstrated ability to conceive, manage, and deliver fact-based analyses, with a focus on consumer solutions, providing clients with clear, actionable insights to inform strategy.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree plus 1-3 years of prior experience in a market research or client service role, with hands-on exposure to consumer and/or POS data.
- Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills, with a demonstrated ability to translate data into clear, actionable insights. Excellent communication and presentation skills, with comfort engaging clients and internal stakeholders through a consultative, insight-led approach.
- Technical Ability: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Microsoft Excel, Power Point, and Outlook. Experience with Circana’s Unify+ preferred.
Circana Behaviors
As well as the technical skills, experience and attributes that are required for the role, our shared behaviors sit at the core of our organization. Therefore, we always look for people who can continuously champion these behaviors throughout the business within their day-to-day role:
- Stay Curious: Being hungry to learn and grow, always asking the big questions.
- Seek Clarity: Embracing complexity to create clarity and inspire action.
- Own the Outcome: Being accountable for decisions and taking ownership of our choices.
- Center on the Client: Relentlessly adding value for our customers.
- Be a Challenger: Never complacent, always striving for continuous improvement.
- Champion Inclusivity: Fostering trust in relationships engaging with empathy, respect, and integrity.
- Commit to each other: Contributing to making Circana a great place to work for everyone.
Location
This position can be located in the following area(s): Remote (US)
Prospective candidates may be asked to consent to background checks (in accordance with local legislation and our candidate privacy notice). Your current employer will not be contacted without your permission.
The below range reflects the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future. An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, any collective bargaining agreements, and business or organizational needs. The salary range for this role is $58,000 to $67,000.
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
An offer of employment may be conditional upon successful completion of a background check in accordance with local legislation and our candidate privacy notice. Your current employer will not be contacted without your permission.
You can apply for this role through the Circana careers website or Intranet site for internal candidates. This role is subject to AI-assisted screening. Circana uses artificial intelligence (AI) to assess resumes for alignment with job requirements by helping locate details in resumes that relate to the job description.
This position is expected to remain open for approximately 30 days and may close earlier if sufficient qualified candidates are identified.
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Which marketing and advertising companies sponsor F-1 OPT visas in Illinois?
Chicago-based agencies including Leo Burnett, DDB Worldwide, FCB, and Publicis have histories of hiring internationally educated talent, as do in-house marketing teams at large Illinois corporations such as McDonald's, Walgreens, and Kraft Heinz. Smaller digital agencies and MarTech firms across the River North and West Loop neighborhoods also participate in OPT hiring, though sponsorship availability varies by role, team size, and business need at the time of hiring.
Which cities in Illinois have the most marketing and advertising F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs?
Chicago accounts for the overwhelming majority of marketing and advertising F-1 OPT opportunities in Illinois, particularly in neighborhoods like River North, the Loop, and Fulton Market, where agencies and brand headquarters cluster. Suburbs such as Deerfield, Northbrook, and Schaumburg have pockets of corporate marketing roles tied to headquarters operations, but the volume and variety of sponsoring employers is concentrated within Chicago proper.
What types of marketing and advertising roles typically qualify for F-1 OPT sponsorship?
Roles that align well with F-1 OPT authorization in marketing and advertising include digital marketing analyst, media planner, market research analyst, SEO specialist, content strategist, and marketing data analyst. Positions requiring quantitative skills, such as performance marketing and marketing analytics, are particularly common among OPT hires because they align with STEM-adjacent degree programs, and some qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension depending on the employer's E-Verify enrollment and the graduate's CIP code.
How do I find marketing & advertising F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Illinois?
Migrate Mate lets you filter specifically for marketing and advertising roles in Illinois where employers have a verified history of F-1 OPT sponsorship, saving you from applying to positions where international hiring is unlikely. Beyond the platform, networking through Chicago's advertising industry events and university alumni channels at institutions like Northwestern and DePaul can surface openings that aren't broadly posted, since many agency roles are filled through referrals before reaching general listings.
Are there any Illinois-specific or industry-specific considerations for F-1 OPT sponsorship in marketing and advertising?
Illinois has no state-level visa sponsorship requirements beyond federal F-1 OPT rules, but the Chicago advertising market's project-based and contract culture is worth noting. Some agencies hire OPT students as contractors rather than full-time employees, which can affect OPT eligibility since USCIS requires a qualifying employment relationship. Graduates should confirm with their Designated School Official that any offer structure meets the minimum hour and employer-relationship standards before accepting a role.