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Senior Project Manager

KantarOak Ridge, NJMay 29th, 2026
Kantar helps the world’s most influential brands grow by combining deep human understanding with advanced technology. We move beyond standalone insights to deliver connected, decisionready intelligence that helps brands act with confidence in a more complex world. At Kantar, smart, curious people work together on challenges that genuinely matter.Why this job is importantWithin the Kantar Profiles team, we help brands understand people through high-quality digital data collection. Our work connects organisations with real consumer voices, giving them the clarity to make confident decisions in a fast-changing world. As a Senior Project Manager, you are central to delivering that impact.You will manage the full lifecycle of online research projects, working closely with clients, internal teams and external partners. From shaping project requirements to overseeing delivery, you play a key role in ensuring projects run smoothly, on time and within budget. Your work helps ensure that the data we collect is robust, reliable and meaningful.This role is also about partnership. You will guide clients on research design and best practice, helping them get the most value from their projects. At the same time, you will support colleagues by sharing knowledge, mentoring where needed and helping solve challenges across the team.What you’ll be doingManage end-to-end delivery of online research projects, ensuring they meet client specifications, timelines and budgetsPartner with clients to define project requirements and provide clear, consultative updates throughout the lifecycleAdvise on research design, questionnaire best practice and mobile-first approachesCoordinate with internal teams and external vendors to deliver high-quality dataSupport colleagues through mentoring, knowledge sharing and acting as a first escalation pointThe ideal skills & experienceExperience managing projects within a market research supplier environmentConfidence communicating directly with clients and building strong relationshipsStrong attention to detail with a focus on quality and accuracyComfort working in a changing environment and solving problems proactivelyFamiliarity with online panels, survey tools and quantitative research methodsWhy join Kantar?Kantar is one of the most recognised and trusted brands in its industry, with unmatched depth of experience and global reach. What makes this moment different is how much is changing at once.We are working on the world’s most influential brands, investing in AI and technology, and evolving how intelligence is delivered. The work is becoming more connected, more dynamic and more impactful.People joining Kantar now are not stepping into something finished. They are joining a business that is evolving, and they will help shape what comes next.If you want to work on iconic brands, solve complex problems, learn from exceptional people and do work that genuinely makes a difference, Kantar offers that opportunity.What’s in it for youWe provide a highly competitive benefits package!Medical plans with comprehensive, affordable coverage for a range of health servicesHealth Savings Account/FSADental, Vision and benefits to cover unique healthcare needsWellness Program401k with matchingTuition Reimbursement, Commuter benefitsUnlimited PTOAt Kantar, we go beyond the obvious, using intelligence, passion, and creativity to inspire new thinking and shape the world we live in. Apply for a career that’s out of the ordinary and join us. We want to create an equality of opportunity in a fair and supportive working environment where people feel included, accepted, and are allowed to flourish. We want to create a more diverse community to expand our talent pool, be locally representative, drive diversity of thinking, and better commercial outcomes.Kantar is committed to inclusion and diversity; therefore, we welcome applications from all sections of society and do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristics.PRIVACY DISCLOSURE: By applying to this opportunity, you consent to the personal data you provide to us being processed and retained by The Kantar Group Limited (“Kantar”). Your details will be kept on our Internal ATS for as long as is necessary for recruitment purposes.The salary range for this role is $66,220 - $80,000/year. Your final base salary will be determined based on several factors, which may include but are not limited to location, work experience, skills, knowledge, education, and/or certifications. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.