NIQ/GFK is a global measurement and data analytics company that provides the most complete and trusted view available of consumers and markets worldwide. We provide consumer packaged goods manufacturers/fast-moving consumer goods, Tech & Durable manufacturers and retailers with accurate, actionable information and insights and a complete picture of the complex and changing marketplace that companies need to innovate and grow. Our approach marries proprietary data with other data sources to help clients around the world understand what’s happening now, what’s happening next, and how to best act on this knowledge. We like to be in the middle of the action. That’s why you can find us at work in over 90 countries, covering more than 90% of the world’s population. For more information, visit www.niq.com.

NIQ GFK is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action-Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, marital status, protected veteran status or any other protected class.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced commercial Account Development Senior Manager who has prior experience of generating new revenue from existing clients. Taking direct accountability for a cluster of Beverage and Alcohol global clients, the Account Development SM combines an excellent knowledge of the industry and a deep understanding of NielsenIQ products and services. You will be responsible for aligning key customer priorities and insights with NielsenIQ’s capabilities, identifying and converting opportunities to deepen commercial relationships and drive additional revenue.

You will develop and maintain effective relationships with individuals and teams both internally and with the clients, to provide best-in-class NielsenIQ/client commercial partnerships.

We are looking for someone ready to drive positive change, able to challenge wider business processes, and be fully driven by achieving success with the support of the wider industry team.

You will need to engage at all levels and work successfully across a matrixed organization structure, fully leveraging the service model.

Responsibilities

• Individual seller responsible for accelerating organic growth whilst delivering on revenue plans
• Own the commercial relationship with your clients, develop Joint Business Plans and a strong understanding of your clients’ business strategy, objectives and growth opportunities
• Devise a strategic approach with agile and flexible solutions that deliver value to our clients in a profitable way
• Deliver revenue plans by negotiating the renewal of contracts and continuous services with clients
• Identify sales opportunities for NielsenIQ services and solutions to help the client achieve their strategic objectives
• Own and deliver on global contractual commitments with clients
• Build and maintain strong networking and C-suite engagement with key players in the clients’ business, and lead discussions with a wide range of decision influencers and budget owners.
• Partner closely with customer success team to help deliver relevant insights/ thought leadership using NielsenIQ proprietary tools to key clients stakeholders and help drive overall NIQ sales through this engagement.
• Partner and develop effective relationships with Market Sales Leaders, Customer Success and relevant teams in the region to enable them to achieve their targets

• Degree holder with 6-8 years of total working experience, with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in the industries of Consumer-Packaged Goods, Consulting, Technology, Sales, Analytics or similar fields
• Deep understanding of Business, Financials, NIQ Products, SEA Markets. Experience working with complex client relationships and client issue resolution
• Prior experience in client-facing roles within NielsenIQ is a plus.
• Proven track record of delivering commercial targets and growing sales revenue year-on-year
• Demonstrated record of building client engagement
• Experience in scoping and developing proposals and negotiation strategies.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software and Dynamics
• Effective at C-suite/senior level communications, influencing and presenting.

Our Benefits

• Flexible working environment
• Volunteer time off
• LinkedIn Learning
• Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)

About NIQ

NIQ is the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights—delivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platforms—NIQ delivers the Full View&trade. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world’s population.

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Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

NIQ is committed to reflecting the diversity of the clients, communities, and markets we measure within our own workforce. We exist to count everyone and are on a mission to systematically embed inclusion and diversity into all aspects of our workforce, measurement, and products. We enthusiastically invite candidates who share that mission to join us. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action-Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, marital status, protected veteran status or any other protected class. Our global non-discrimination policy covers these protected classes in every market in which we do business worldwide. Learn more about how we are driving diversity and inclusion in everything we do by visiting the NIQ News Center: https://nielseniq.com/global/en/news-center/diversity-inclusion