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TEAM Enterprises

Portfolio Brand Ambassador

Providence, RI · On-site

$75K - $80K/yr

WHAT YOU WILL DO The Portfolio Brand Ambassador will be responsible for brand sales and a strong trade advocacy focus that will be held accountable per quantitative & qualitative objectives. The PBA ...

Shawmut

Senior Estimator

Providence, RI · On-site

$170K - $210K/yr

... and quantitative analysis of the documents * Ability to prepare GMP's and present Budget ... Ensures that the best bids are obtained for each trade, based on the needs of the project

Shawmut

Senior Estimator

Providence, RI · On-site

$170K - $210K/yr

... and quantitative analysis of the documents * Ability to prepare GMP's and present Budget ... Ensures that the best bids are obtained for each trade, based on the needs of the project

Shawmut

Senior Estimator

Providence, RI

$170K - $210K/yr

... and quantitative analysis of the documents * Ability to prepare GMP's and present Budget ... Ensures that the best bids are obtained for each trade, based on the needs of the project

Blount Fine Foods

Category Analyst

Warren, RI · On-site

We expect this role to leverage syndicated data sources and weave this quantitative analysis with ... Trade Management and Performance * For assigned retailers, ensure trade and promo activity is ...

Blount Fine Foods

Category Analyst

Warren, RI · On-site

We expect this role to leverage syndicated data sources and weave this quantitative analysis with ... Trade Management and Performance * For assigned retailers, ensure trade and promo activity is ...

Blount Fine Foods

Category Analyst

Warren, RI

We expect this role to leverage syndicated data sources and weave this quantitative analysis with ... Trade Management and Performance * For assigned retailers, ensure trade and promo activity is ...

Blount Fine Foods

Category Analyst

Warren, RI

We expect this role to leverage syndicated data sources and weave this quantitative analysis with ... Trade Management and PerformanceFor assigned retailers, ensure trade and promo activity is captured ...

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How much do quant trader jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 24, 2026, the average yearly pay for quant trader in Rhode Island is $166,217.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $131,700.00 and $194,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a quant trader?

A Quant Trader, or Quantitative Trader, is a finance professional who uses mathematical models, statistical analysis, and algorithmic strategies to identify and execute trading opportunities. They work at hedge funds, investment banks, or proprietary trading firms to develop and refine trading strategies based on market data. Quant Traders leverage programming skills, machine learning, and financial knowledge to optimize trade execution and manage risk. Their goal is to generate consistent profits by capitalizing on inefficiencies in financial markets.

What does a quant trader do?

A typical day for a Quant Trader involves analyzing large sets of market data, developing and backtesting algorithmic trading strategies, and monitoring trades to ensure execution is aligned with the models. You may also spend time collaborating with other traders, data scientists, and software engineers to improve trading systems or adjust strategies in response to changing market conditions. The role often includes regular review meetings and quick decision-making, requiring you to stay current with market news and trends. This fast-paced environment offers both challenging intellectual work and opportunities for continuous learning and professional advancement.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a quant trader?

To thrive as a Quant Trader, you need a strong foundation in mathematics, statistics, programming (often Python or C++), and financial theory, typically supported by a degree in a quantitative discipline. Familiarity with data analysis libraries, trading platforms, and knowledge of modeling software like MATLAB or R is crucial, and certifications like CFA or FRM can be advantageous. Strong problem-solving abilities, adaptability, and clear communication help quant traders excel in fast-moving, team-oriented environments. These skills are vital for developing, testing, and executing complex trading strategies in competitive financial markets.

How much do quant traders make?

Quant traders typically earn a base salary ranging from $100,000 to $200,000 annually, with total compensation often exceeding $500,000 including bonuses and profit sharing. Compensation varies based on experience, firm size, and performance, with successful traders earning significantly more through performance-based incentives.

How much does a quant trader earn?

Quant traders typically earn a base salary ranging from $100,000 to $200,000 annually, with total compensation often exceeding $300,000 when including bonuses and profit sharing. Compensation varies based on experience, firm size, and performance, with successful traders earning significantly more through performance-based incentives.

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Infographic showing various Quant Trader job openings in Rhode Island as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, 5% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $166,217 per year, or $79.9 per hour.

Program Manager as 100% Remote

Amicis Global

Woonsocket, RI • On-site

$92/hr

Contractor

Re-posted 10 days ago

Job description

Title: Program Manager
Location: Remote
Duration: 05 Months
 
Pay Rate: $82.00 - $92.00/- on W2
 
 
Pre Screening Questionnaire:
- Please list city/state.
-Do they have reliable internet at home?
-Do they have a quiet place to work at home remotely?
-Do they have insights experience with Retail and/or Client? How many years?
-Person needs to be experienced qualitative and quantitative research professional. Do they possess these skills?
 
Kindly share your most updated resume, including the details of Pre Screening Questionnaire as above.
 
 
Roles and Responsibilities:
This position will act as a dedicated insights partner to Merchandising, responsible for:
• Addressing merchant driven category and subcategory insight questions
• Mining and synthesizing insights from Simile, Mintel, and Kantar
• Translating research into clear, concise, decision ready insights
• Serving as a subject matter expert in consumer research and category strategy
A core responsibility of this role would be creating and managing category specific agent banks within Simile, including:
• Category and subcategory buyers
• CVS store brand buyers, explicitly modeled alongside competitive store brands
• Competitive private label buyers where available
These agent banks would enable:
• Consistent evaluation of CVS store brands relative to competitors
• Faster, more scalable category insights
• Deeper understanding of store brand choice drivers and trade offs at a category level
This capability does not exist today and represents a meaningful step forward in applying AI to merchandising strategy.
 
Required Qualifications:
• 7+ years of relevant experience - plan, analyze, and provide successful qualitative and quantitative customer research across a variety of methodologies that meets partner goals, including strong analytical skills.
• A strategic mindset with an ability to connect insights across a variety of data sources
• Compelling communication and storytelling skills
• Independent program management skills
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively across internal team members, collaborators and vendor partners
• Role may require occasional travel (?5% of the time)
Preferred Qualifications:
• Prior Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) or retail or category experience
• Experience choosing, managing, and working with research vendors, or experience at a market research vendor
• Experience working in a complex organization across a variety of partner groups
• PowerPoint, Word and Excel skills
This role will partner with Merchandising with Category Insights. The will be responsible for the following:
• Mining secondary insights and AI tools to address merchant-driven category and subcategory insights questions
• Developing and executing primary research (both qualitative and quantitative) for category teams
• Plan research agendas in collaboration with business partners
• Familiarity, experience and usage of a range of research methodologies and analysis techniques (focus groups, shop-alongs, ethnographies, MaxDiff, Turf, Monadic testing, etc.)
• Use storytelling to turn insights into a compelling narrative that steers decision makers towards what customers want/need
• Serve as a subject matter expert in consumer research and category strategy
 
 
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