Market Research Manager

Strategic Gears strategicgears.com Open · verified Aug 22, 2026

Hybrid Cairo Full-time Manager Market Research

Mid-level Market Research role at Strategic Gears. Cairo · full-time.

Role brief

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What you'll do

You'll set research methods, questionnaires, and discussion guides around each client's goals
You'll run primary research and monitor fieldwork so results stay accurate and arrive on schedule
You'll coach research associates, distribute project work, and maintain standards across the function
You'll guide qualitative and quantitative analysis, then turn results into reports and senior-level presentations
You'll shape research scopes with clients and consulting teams, connecting findings to wider strategy

What you bring

A bachelor's degree in business, marketing, economics, statistics, or a related discipline; a master's is a plus
Eight to ten years in market research, consulting, or data analysis, preferably within consulting
Experience leading researchers while coordinating project schedules, deliverables, and competing workloads
Strong data interpretation, problem-solving, client communication, and presentation ability
Working knowledge of Gartner, Statista, Excel, and visualization tools, plus fluency in English and Arabic

Who this fits

You’ll fit if you can lead a research function, develop people, and communicate confidently with clients and senior stakeholders. This is a full-time, hybrid position based in Cairo, Egypt. High attention to detail and thorough reporting are important constraints of the role.

From the employer

Strategic Gears is one of the largest local management consultancies in Saudi Arabia, and the market leader in providing multidisciplinary services for both the private and public sectors. The company offers consulting solutions in the areas of Strategy, Marketing, Operations & Organizational Excellence, and Digital, to a range of clients in both the public and private sectors. The company is heavily involved in the transformation era of Saudi Arabia, driven by the Vision 2030 initiative, in engagement with various government organizations and the Vision Realization Programs as well as the private sector. Strategic Gears has delivered projects in more than 17 sectors for the most well-known entities in the public sector including ministries, regulatory authorities, and the Saudi Stock Exchange, as well major private sector entities in the Kingdom. Today, Strategic Gears has offices in Riyadh and Jeddah in Saudi Arabia, as well as an office in Cairo, Doha, London and in Madrid.

About the role

Strategic Gears is looking for a Market Research Manager to join the team in Cairo. You will own the research function end-to-end — setting methodology standards, leading primary data collection, and translating findings into actionable insights that drive client strategy. Beyond hands-on research, you will lead and develop a team of researchers, oversee fieldwork quality, and act as a senior point of contact for clients on research scope and deliverables.

What you will do

Lead the design of research methodologies, questionnaires, and discussion guides aligned to client objectives
Own primary data collection and oversee fieldwork execution to ensure data quality and on-time delivery
Manage, mentor, and develop a team of research associates, allocating workload across projects
Track market trends, developments, and competitive activity to shape research direction and insights
Direct qualitative and quantitative analysis, ensuring accuracy and analytical rigor across deliverables
Translate findings into clear reports, market assessments, and presentations for senior stakeholders
Partner with consulting teams and clients to scope research needs and integrate findings into broader strategies
Set and uphold research standards, tools, and best practices across the function

what you will bring

Bachelor's in Business, Marketing, Economics, Statistics, or a related field; Master's a plus
8–10 years in market research, business consulting, or data analysis, preferably in a consulting environment
Proven experience managing research teams, multiple projects, timelines, and deliverables
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret large datasets into actionable recommendations
Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage clients and senior stakeholders
Proficiency with market research tools/databases (e.g., Gartner, Statista), Excel, and data visualization tools
High attention to detail and a track record of accurate, comprehensive reporting
Fluent in both English and Arabic