Managing Director

As the General Manager for the Ukraine business, the Managing Director will be responsible for all aspects of our Ukraine business which is built around our longstanding Consumer Panel solutions. Our Consumer Panel solution offers a combination of diverse data from one single source so that FMCG clients can complete the shopper picture. We combine purchase behaviour that shows patterns, trends, and predictions about what is bought together with survey insights to reveal what shoppers think and feel. 

Reporting to our Regional Director CCE based in Warsaw, the Managing Director, Ukraine will undertake the duties for the local Company as well as perform operational management including commercial, financial and administrative business activity while ensuring compliance with all relevant legal and regulatory requirements. 

You Will:

• Develop and execute a growth strategy: ie: devising and implementing a clear and actionable strategy to achieve ambitious revenue and market share goals for our Consumer Panel and Shopper solutions in the Ukrainian market. 

• Drive sales and revenue growth: being accountable for surpassing sales targets and ensuring the financial success of the Ukrainian business unit. 

• Build and lead a high-performing team: performing labor duties personally and/or delegating to a team or third parties, unless otherwise provided by the Charter and/or applicable laws; recruiting, developing, and inspiring a talented team of professionals who are dedicated to delivering exceptional results in research and data analytics. 

• Manage key client relationships: establishing and maintaining strong relationships with key clients across various industries to drive business growth and ensure client satisfaction. 

• Stay ahead of the competition  :  proactively identifying and capitalizing on new market opportunities, staying abreast of industry trends to maintain a competitive edge. 

• Collaborate with the global team: working closely with colleagues in other YouGov offices worldwide to share best practices and drive global growth. 

• Represent YouGov externally: being the ambassador of YouGov in Ukraine, effectively communicating our brand and value proposition to clients, the market, and to the media. 

You Have:

• A minimum of 10 years of experience in a senior leadership role in marketing-related industries, preferably in market research or data analytics. 

• A proven track record of success in driving revenue growth and exceeding targets. 

• Strong understanding of the Ukrainian marketing and market research landscape, as well as the competitive environment. 

• Experience in managing a P&L. 

• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills. 

• Ability to build and lead high-performing teams. 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. 

• Deep understanding of data-driven  decision-making. 

• Fluent Ukrainian and English language skills.