Manager, Product Insights

What You'll Do Own the research agenda for US product innovation, from whitespace and macro trend identification through NPD pipeline research, concept testing, and post-launch assessment Act as a strategic copilot to GMs, Product Managers, and Marketing leads, helping translate business objectives into sharp research questions and actionable insights Partner across Product, Culinary, and Marketing to understand cross-functional context and ensure insights reflect the full customer picture Design creative, right-sized research approaches that balance quality and speed Synthesize across data sources, primary research, behavioral data, competitive signals, and deliver recommendations, not just findings Champion the consumer voice in executive presentations and cross-functional reviews, with clear storytelling that earns a seat at the table Who You Are Customer-obsessed, not just research-savvy. You think of customers as human beings, not respondents. You're curious about their lives and can help us see our products through their eyes. Analytical with a \"so what\" instinct. You move fluidly between qualitative and quantitative data, find the signal in the noise, and lead with the implication, not just the finding. A confident communicator at every level. You can run a working session with a product team in the morning and present to senior leadership in the afternoon. You write and speak in plain language, not research jargon. Strategically grounded. You understand that insights don't exist in a vacuum. You connect findings to business context, competitive dynamics, and what it means for the roadmap. Collaborative and direct. You build trust with stakeholders quickly, solicit hard feedback, and give it back constructively. Adaptable and fast. You thrive in ambiguity and know how to move quickly without sacrificing rigor. You've had to make judgment calls on methodology under a deadline, and you've been right more often than not. What You Bring 5–7 years of experience in consumer, product, or marketing research Fluency across qualitative and quantitative methods, you know when to use what and why Strong command of research design: you can walk a stakeholder through a methodology discussion and come out with their confidence A track record of turning insights into action, not just reports Bonus: Experience in CPG, D2C, FoodTech, or Retail What You'll Get Competitive salary & 401(k) with company match that vests immediately 16 weeks of paid parental leave and a generous PTO policy Health, dental, and vision coverage effective on your first day Significant discount on HelloFresh, Factor, Green Chef, EveryPlate, and Pet's Table subscriptions (up to 85% off) Company-sponsored events and Employee Resource Groups A collaborative, mission-driven environment where insights actually drive decisions Location & Reporting This role reports to the Director, US Consumer Insights, within the North American Meal Kit team. It's a hybrid position with the option to work from our Chicago, IL; Boulder, CO; or New York, NY office. This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the responsibilities. However, the Company reserves the right to adjust, modify, or reassign work tasks and responsibilities as needed to meet changing business needs, operational requirements, or other factors. New York Pay Range

$96,600—$124,200 USD

Colorado Pay Range

$90,300—$116,100 USD

Illinois Pay Range

$90,300—$116,100 USD

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