Competitive Market Research Manager - State & Local Government - Maximus

Each year, the Maximus US Services division touches the lives of people through the programs we support in areas such as healthcare; aging and disability services; behavioral health; children, youth, and families; and economic security. As a leading provider of operational management and technology solutions to state and local governments, Maximus helps deliver public services more efficiently while optimizing the use of tax dollars.

Maximus US Services is seeking to hire a Manager of Market Research and Analysis. This position will work collaboratively to generate research that informs business decisions including but not limited to new and adjacent markets.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Support market research, white space analysis, and competitive intelligence initiatives.
- Monitor and track industry news, developments, and regulatory changes affecting the competitive landscape.
- Develop and maintain comprehensive competitive profiles, including strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats (SWOT analysis).
- Work collaboratively to develop and maintain a comprehensive after-action review of bid opportunities
- Support strategic planning, go to market strategies, and organic business development.
- Support growth strategies
- Assist in the development of competitive positioning strategies and contribute to product and marketing decisions based on intelligence findings.
- Prepare regular reports and presentations for internal stakeholders, providing actionable insights and recommendations.
- Prepare detailed business cases, findings, and recommendations for presentation to executive management.
- Manage one or more direct reports performing market research in core markets, including but not limited to making assignments and providing direct reports with training and professional development.

Minimum Requirements

- Bachelor's Degree in related field.
- 5-7 years of relevant professional experience required.
- Equivalent combination of education and experience considered in lieu of degree.

- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.

- Proficiency in research methodologies, data analysis tools, and competitive intelligence platforms.

- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, for conveying complex information to diverse audiences.

- A strong orientation to detail with a keen sense of curiosity and a passion for staying informed about industry trends.

- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

- At least one year of supervisory experience.

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EEO Statement

Active military service members, their spouses, and veteran candidates often embody the core competencies Maximus deems essential, and bring a resiliency and dependability that greatly enhances our workforce. We recognize your unique skills and experiences, and want to provide you with a career path that allows you to continue making a difference for our country. We're proud of our connections to organizations dedicated to serving veterans and their families. If you are transitioning from military to civilian life, have prior service, are a retired veteran or a member of the National Guard or Reserves, or a spouse of an active military service member, we have challenging and rewarding career opportunities available for you. A committed and diverse workforce is our most important resource. Maximus is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Maximus provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disabled status.

Pay Transparency

Maximus compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to job location, a candidate's education, training, experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value analysis including seniority and merit systems, as well as internal pay alignment. Annual salary is just one component of Maximus's total compensation package. Other rewards may include short- and long-term incentives as well as program-specific awards. Additionally, Maximus provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off. Compensation ranges may differ based on contract value but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience. An applicant's salary history will not be used in determining compensation. Maximus will comply with regulatory minimum wage rates and exempt salary thresholds in all instances.

Annual Base Pay Minimum for this Position

$

110,000.00

Annual Base Pay Maximum for this Position

$

145,000.00