Director of Research

Company: ULINE
Location: Genoa City
Posted on: August 4, 2022

Job Description:

Director of ResearchCorporate Headquarters12575 Uline Drive, Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158With Uline's continued growth, we need a team that ensures we stay true to our company motto of Speed, Passion and Operational Excellence. The Director of Research leads a team of research professionals. This is a strategic research position with an emphasis on business operations, market competition, industry trends, benchmarking, technology, world events and politics.Better together than apart. This position is on-site, and we are looking for good people who share our passion.Position Responsibilities

• Lead Uline in emerging industry trends, economic developments, best practices and competitor strategies.
• Be a benchmarking leader. This is essential in order to discover and share best practices.
• Create clear and concise executive summary memos and presentations.
• Present to executive management and groups of over 400 people.
• Perform financial analyses to determine vendor and competitor health.
• Work with business units to gain in-depth understanding of processes, challenges and strategies. Make recommendations. Minimum Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree a plus.
  • 15+ years in a strategic role. Industrial supply experience a plus.
  • Research skills are essential in this role.
  • Must be curious and enjoy learning something new every day.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficient using Microsoft Office.
  • Strong team player who collaborates with other members of the team, other departments and external organizations to network and gather insights. Benefits
    • Complete insurance coverage includes medical, dental, vision and more.
    • 401(k) with 5% employer match.
    • Paid holidays and generous paid time off.
    • Tuition Assistance Program that covers professional continuing education.
    • Bonus programs that include annual performance, sales goals and profit sharing.Employee Perks
      • Best-in-class, clean, modern facilities.
      • First-class fitness center with complimentary personal trainers.
      • Over four miles of beautifully maintained walking trails. About UlineUline is North America's leading distributor of shipping, industrial and packaging materials. We're a family-owned company known for incredible service, quality products and same-day shipping of our huge in-stock inventory. With over 8,500 employees across 12 locations, it's time you joined Uline.Uline is proud to operate as a drug-free workplace. All new hires must complete a pre-employment hair follicle drug screening.EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled()Our employees make the difference and we are committed to offering exceptional benefits and perks! Explore Uline.jobs to learn more!

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