A Career at IRI Strategic Analytics Aim high. We’ll power your journey

Who we areIRI is a leader in delivering powerful

market and shopper information,

predictive analysis and the foresight

that leads to action.

IRI Strategic Analytics, a rapidly

growing team within IRI, brings

innovative thinking, grounded in

advanced analytics, to develop growth

strategies for senior management

at some of the world’s largest and

most successful consumer packaged

goods, retail, and over-the-counter

health care companies.

Our leadership team comes from

top-tier analytics and management

consulting firms, bringing deep

experience and knowledge to

the group.

What we doIRI Strategic Analytics works with

clients in consumer packaged

goods and retail to fuel their

sustained, profitable growth. We

combine our expertise in advanced

analytics, marketing, sales and

strategy, empowered by Big

Data and technology, to develop

practical insights and actionable

recommendations.

We leverage IRI’s granular and

proprietary data to develop scalable,

data-driven and robust analytical

solutions for real business problems.

Our work spans a diverse group of

client companies, from iconic brands

to high-growth startups.

Analytical skills.

“Working at IRI has meant learning more about the CPG world

than I knew there was to know. I’ve gained a whole new view

from seeing categories and trends from each of our clients’

perspectives – not to mention the extensive experience of

my team members – and it’s rewarding to generate our own

insights that help them solve their business problems. I get

to explore our data and figure out how it all fits together, a

process that challenges and strengthens my analytical skills

every day.”

Caroline, BA, Northwestern University, Mathematics and Integrated Marketing Communications

Collaborative spirit.

Problem solving.

Our practice areasRevenue Growth Management Focuses on pricing and trade

promotion to develop price

architecture and growth strategy

aimed at helping clients accelerate

profitable growth.

Marketing ProductivityDrives effective marketing strategy,

enhanced consumer activation

and dynamic marketing spend

management, thanks to world-class

consultants and modelers plus state-

of-the-art software.

Retail ProductivityDevelops retail strategy and drives

better in-store execution through

sophisticated analytical tools and

strategic support for manufacturing-

retailer relationships.

Growth ConsultingBrings it all together: strategic

thinking backed by IRI’s granular

and proprietary data, integrated with

external data, and advanced analytics.

Identifies sustainable and profitable

organic and acquisition growth

opportunities within specific market

gaps, channels, retailers, shopper

groups and geographic regions.

Entrepreneurial mindset.

Sample client engagementsRevenue Growth Management• For a food manufacturer, we

identified opportunities to

optimize base pricing within

their portfolio and identified

opportunities to fine-tune

promotional strategy to extract

value for both manufacturer

and retailer.

• We provided strategic

recommendations to revamp

current trade architecture and

identified tactical opportunities

to optimize trade spend for a

household product manufacturer.

Marketing Productivity• We helped drive growth from

priority consumer segments for a

large OTC health care company

using a Consumer Marketing

Mix analysis to pinpoint the most

impactful marketing levers.

• For a major center-store

food brand, we leveraged

our Hispanic Marketing Mix

platform to develop actionable

recommendations for a more

effective marketing strategy

toward the growing Hispanics

segment.

Retail Productivity• We helped a deli-cheese client

drive sales growth and achieve

operational savings through

actionable retailer strategies for

optimizing product assortment.

• We enabled a global retailer

to grow market share by

incorporating shopper

segmentation, store clusters

and proprietary data into product

assortment strategies and

activation.

Growth Consulting• We developed a portfolio strategy

for a leading food manufacturer

to realign its brands to better

target and serve consumers who

shop across several channels.

• For a top private equity firm, we

conducted a robust demand

due diligence on a potential

acquisition target, which

defined both category and

brand attractiveness and the

potential growth opportunities,

highlighting the potential risks

and possibilities.

Why IRI Strategic Analytics is right for youPassionateWe are passionate about tackling

tough challenges and creating

breakthrough strategies.

EntrepreneurialWe believe that our success hinges

on our consultants’ ability to foster

innovation, embrace change and

keep pace within a fast-moving

environment. In contrast to the

rigid hierarchies at many large

consultancies, on our team we

expect individual consultants to

devise the best way to address a

particular challenge.

ImpactfulWe help clients move from issue

to solution, with the ultimate goal

of making them more valuable.

Unlike consultancies that simply

recommend a strategy, we work

with clients to transform their

organization.

Big Data AnalyticsWe are focused on laying a

strong foundation in analytics and

structured thinking

to ensure success in any chosen

career path.

Professional DevelopmentOur leaders serve as capable

mentors who transfer insights

and knowledge through a strong

apprenticeship program. Our

associates help build the Strategic

Analytics practice through recruiting,

training, and developing people.

We’re committed to helping you

build the right skills to meet your

career goals. Our workplace is a

highly collaborative, supportive

environment.

Your Future Your project experiences, training

and support network at IRI will

improve your skills and prepare you

for a long and successful career in

the CPG industry, or ready you to

pursue an advanced degree.

Adaptability.

Leadership skills.

“I get the great opportunity to work with skilled team members,

key account leads and clients in a highly analytical and dynamic

environment. With the real-time data, we are able to provide

granular insights to our clients, and I have gained a keen ability

to translate data and broader information into a meaningful

and actionable set of insights and recommendations that can

be executed by the management team.”

Saban, MBA, Illinois Institute of Technology, Marketing and Marketing Management

“Being a member of IRI’s Strategic Analytics team has been

an invaluable opportunity to take the concepts I learned in

the classroom and apply them to real-life, real-time business

situations. Every client has a different need, and it’s challenging,

interesting and fun to work directly with clients to help them

justify critical business decisions. It’s very rewarding!”

Elizabeth, MS , Northwestern University, Integrated Marketing Communications

An unparalleled opportunity to build your skillsWe put great emphasis on enriching your skills through custom training as well

as challenging projects. We also recognize and reward strong performance—

and that includes continuously refining your skills and knowledge.

As a new Junior Associate, you can expect to build several skills that will be

valuable throughout your career:

• Structured problem solving

• Strategic thinking

• Robust analytics leveraging big data

• Execution excellence

• Business acumen

• Effective communication

• Relationship development

• Entrepreneurial behavior

• Effective leadership

Sharp focus.

Great energy.

Problem-Solving AbilitiesWe expect strong intellectual

capabilities with a practical sense

of how to structure and solve

challenging issues.

Analytical SkillsWe work extensively with data

and models that require analytical

acumen. Digging deep into the

numbers and handling complex

calculations is central to our work.

Resolve Under PressureOur teams often must deliver results

in tight timeframes. Each member

of the team needs energy, a sharp

focus and the ability to collaborate

efficiently.

Entrepreneurial MindsetNew challenges often require unusual

solutions. You should be willing to

step out of your comfort zone and

take calculated risks.

Adaptability and a Collaborative SpiritWe work closely with a diverse

group of colleagues and clients. This

requires strong communication and

negotiating skills, especially to resolve

conflicting points of view and to build

trust within the team.

Leadership SkillsTaking personal initiative and bringing

people together in the service

of positive change are essential

characteristics of leaders at any level.

Intellectual CuriosityWe look for graduates with a thirst

for knowledge and ambition to stay

attuned to ongoing changes in the

marketplace in order to better help

our clients.

Above all, we look for people that are able and willing to have fun while delivering outstanding results.

What we look for in candidatesAt IRI, we seek accomplished, well-rounded people with diverse

backgrounds and experiences.

Among the key traits we look for in our candidates:

Beyond the basicsIRI is committed to providing a competitive compensation and benefits

package including healthcare, 401(k), life insurance, and disability. Additionally,

a unique blend of programs is available to enhance work/life balance such as:

• Employee referral program

• Casual work environment

• Flexible spending accounts

• Employee assistance program

• Pre-tax commuter benefits

• Volunteer paid time off day

• Employee discount programs

• Educational assistance

• Financial assistance for adoption

• Backup child care (Chicago)

• 529 college savings programs

CareersIf you are interested in joining IRI’s global network of talented professionals,

please visit our website at www.IRIworldwide.com for a listing of career

opportunities worldwide.

IRI is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate

against employees or job applicants on the basis of race, religion, gender,

national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran or family status, or any

other status or condition protected by applicable laws. Implicit in this policy is

IRI’s commitment to maintain a workplace that is safe and free from

unlawful harassment.

Accomplished.

Negotiating skills.

“At IRI Strategic Analytics, we work with senior executives at the

world’s largest CPG manufacturers and retailers to overcome

the most pressing strategic questions facing the CPG industry.

I have had the opportunity to work across categories, driving

high-level impact for my clients’ businesses—and in the process

gaining deep insight into the CPG industry and exposure to

many high-level leaders. The IRI difference—both for our clients

and for our analysts—is our vast trove of proprietary data and analytic assets. These have

helped me to accelerate my learning curve, leveraging industry-leading data to get to

the aha for my clients and developing analytic expertise and deep industry knowledge to

broaden my skill set.”

Philip, BA, University of Chicago, History

“My time at IRI has been one of growth, opportunity, and

community. We have a very talented team and rich data assets

to provide the combination of granular insights and strategic

leadership. IRI has given me time to work with big data, utilize

my past experiences, and gain client exposure.”

Matt, MS, Marquette University, Applied Economics

To learn more, contact:

SA.Recruiting@IRIworldwide.comwww.IRIworldwide.com/SA

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