Nielsen Consumer LLC
Director, Sales (Emerging Brands or OTC)
Nielsen Consumer LLC, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Company Description
R25_0030381 - Vertical assignments include Emerging Brands or OTC.
*US role--Must be in the US at the time of application to be considered. **This is a commission-based selling role that offers a base compensation in addition to a sales-based incentive tied to annual revenue generation versus target.
Job Description About this job This role is accountable for overseeing a segment of NielsenIQ North America Strategic Analytics & Insights (SA&I) end-to-end sales process across our entire SA&I portfolio which includes Consumer Behavior & Insights, Innovation, Brand & Media, and Analytics & Activation solutions. This entails creating a portfolio level strategy that focuses on retention and growth across a common set of clients and executing through other critical sales processes including prospecting, value creation, user persona penetration and deal conversion. The Director, SA&I Business Partner, is also accountable for driving an active sales pipeline with consistent management to OP attainment.
Own overall SA&I revenue target/quota for given portfolio
Take the initiative to identify and capitalize on new sales opportunities
Clearly and convincingly articulate SA&I offerings and value proposition, matching them with relevant client business challenges/KPIs
Strong ability to overcome objection handling and navigate resistance from both current and prospective clients
Have a deep understanding of client business strategy with the ability to effectively communicate to cross-functional partners, and be a catalyst for action and sales conversion
Create and activate holistic annual client strategies and account plans for strategic clients (including financial forecasting, pipeline management, broader NIQ/Account Lead collaboration)
Thoroughly understand client, market and competitor dynamics funneling strengths and opportunities to senior leadership
Identify incremental SA&I business growth opportunities, including additional revenue streams for deeper/more consultative engagement
Represent all SA&I services and practice areas in a solution-agnostic manner with a keen focus on total portfolio across your assigned client base
Own SA&I response for the following:
First time service use and/or large/complicated study designsCross-specialty area proposals
RFP's
Lead T2T client meetings, with goal of penetrating C‑Suite portfolio wide
Drive sales strategy at your portfolio including awareness generation and ongoing engagement leveraging CRM tools, thought leadership, and other activities
Personally deliver thought leadership
Maintain product/technical knowledge by participating in learning workshops/sessions
Ability to drive sales maintaining a long‑term perspective to maximize overall revenue generation while being able to generate short‑term results
Partner closely with NIQ Account Lead and Practice Area teams on strategy Empfehlungen, joint‑selling, and potential Literal RFP responses where applicable
Effectively manage SA&I or NIQ client funds and ensure their timely usage for SA&I products
Qualifications
7-10 years of direct sales experience developing new business and revenue streams
7-10 years of market research experience selling to the FMCG industry
Entrepreneurial mindset, creative thinking, and a passion for building strong relationships and finding mutually beneficial outcomes
Experienced in collaborating with and selling to C‑level executives
Strong strategic prospecting and new business development skills
Strong oral and written communication skills--able to communicate information with clarity and precision across all levels of the organization
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to develop effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Operate independently with a strong entrepreneurial and growth mindset, while excelling in collaborative مرتب team environments
Bachelor's degree required; MBA a plus
Strong analytical aptitude
Proven experience at successfully meeting high sales revenue targets
US Benefits
Comprehensive healthcare plan (medical, Rx, dental and vision)
Flexible spending accounts and Health Savings Accounts (including company contributions)
Life and AD&D insurance
401(k) retirement plan including company matching contributions
Disability insurance
Tuition Re hypnot Reimbursement
#LI-Remote
Additional Information This role has a market‑competitive salary with an anticipated base compensation of the following range: $117,500.00- $175,000.00. Actual salaries will vary depending on a candidate's experience, qualifications, skills, and location. This role might also be eligible for a sales‑based incentive or performance‑based bonus. Other benefits include flexible working environment, comprehensive health insurance, industry‑leading parental leave, life insurance, education support and more.
Our Benefits
Flexible working environment
Volunteer time off
LinkedIn Learning
Employee‑Assistance‑Program (EAP)
NIQ may utilize artificial intelligence (AI) tools at various stages of the recruitment process, including resume screening, candidate assessments, interview scheduling, job matching, communication support and certain administrative tasks that help streamline workflows. These tools are intended to improve efficiency and support fair and consistent evaluation based on job‑related criteria. All use of AI is governed by NIQ's principles of fairness, transparency, human oversight, and inclusion. Final hiring decisions are made Raven exclusively by humans.
NIQ regularly EU reviews its AI tools to help mitigate bias and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
If you have questions, require accommodations, or wish to request human review were permitted by law, please contact your local HR representative.
For more information, please visit NIQ's AI Safety Policies and Guiding Principles: https://www.nielseniq.com/global/en/ai-safety-policies.
About NIQ продукты}_{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. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world's population.
For more information, visit NIQ.com
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Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion At NIQ, we are steadfast in our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace that mirrors the rich diversity of the communities and markets we serve. We believe that embracing a wide range of perspectives drives innovation and excellence. All employment decisions at NIQ are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We invite individuals who share our dedication to inclusivity and equity to join us in making a meaningful impact. To learn more about our ongoing efforts in diversity and inclusion, please visit the https://nielseniq.com/global/en/news-center/diversity-inclusion
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*US role--Must be in the US at the time of application to be considered. **This is a commission-based selling role that offers a base compensation in addition to a sales-based incentive tied to annual revenue generation versus target.
Job Description About this job This role is accountable for overseeing a segment of NielsenIQ North America Strategic Analytics & Insights (SA&I) end-to-end sales process across our entire SA&I portfolio which includes Consumer Behavior & Insights, Innovation, Brand & Media, and Analytics & Activation solutions. This entails creating a portfolio level strategy that focuses on retention and growth across a common set of clients and executing through other critical sales processes including prospecting, value creation, user persona penetration and deal conversion. The Director, SA&I Business Partner, is also accountable for driving an active sales pipeline with consistent management to OP attainment.
Own overall SA&I revenue target/quota for given portfolio
Take the initiative to identify and capitalize on new sales opportunities
Clearly and convincingly articulate SA&I offerings and value proposition, matching them with relevant client business challenges/KPIs
Strong ability to overcome objection handling and navigate resistance from both current and prospective clients
Have a deep understanding of client business strategy with the ability to effectively communicate to cross-functional partners, and be a catalyst for action and sales conversion
Create and activate holistic annual client strategies and account plans for strategic clients (including financial forecasting, pipeline management, broader NIQ/Account Lead collaboration)
Thoroughly understand client, market and competitor dynamics funneling strengths and opportunities to senior leadership
Identify incremental SA&I business growth opportunities, including additional revenue streams for deeper/more consultative engagement
Represent all SA&I services and practice areas in a solution-agnostic manner with a keen focus on total portfolio across your assigned client base
Own SA&I response for the following:
First time service use and/or large/complicated study designsCross-specialty area proposals
RFP's
Lead T2T client meetings, with goal of penetrating C‑Suite portfolio wide
Drive sales strategy at your portfolio including awareness generation and ongoing engagement leveraging CRM tools, thought leadership, and other activities
Personally deliver thought leadership
Maintain product/technical knowledge by participating in learning workshops/sessions
Ability to drive sales maintaining a long‑term perspective to maximize overall revenue generation while being able to generate short‑term results
Partner closely with NIQ Account Lead and Practice Area teams on strategy Empfehlungen, joint‑selling, and potential Literal RFP responses where applicable
Effectively manage SA&I or NIQ client funds and ensure their timely usage for SA&I products
Qualifications
7-10 years of direct sales experience developing new business and revenue streams
7-10 years of market research experience selling to the FMCG industry
Entrepreneurial mindset, creative thinking, and a passion for building strong relationships and finding mutually beneficial outcomes
Experienced in collaborating with and selling to C‑level executives
Strong strategic prospecting and new business development skills
Strong oral and written communication skills--able to communicate information with clarity and precision across all levels of the organization
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to develop effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Operate independently with a strong entrepreneurial and growth mindset, while excelling in collaborative مرتب team environments
Bachelor's degree required; MBA a plus
Strong analytical aptitude
Proven experience at successfully meeting high sales revenue targets
US Benefits
Comprehensive healthcare plan (medical, Rx, dental and vision)
Flexible spending accounts and Health Savings Accounts (including company contributions)
Life and AD&D insurance
401(k) retirement plan including company matching contributions
Disability insurance
Tuition Re hypnot Reimbursement
#LI-Remote
Additional Information This role has a market‑competitive salary with an anticipated base compensation of the following range: $117,500.00- $175,000.00. Actual salaries will vary depending on a candidate's experience, qualifications, skills, and location. This role might also be eligible for a sales‑based incentive or performance‑based bonus. Other benefits include flexible working environment, comprehensive health insurance, industry‑leading parental leave, life insurance, education support and more.
Our Benefits
Flexible working environment
Volunteer time off
LinkedIn Learning
Employee‑Assistance‑Program (EAP)
NIQ may utilize artificial intelligence (AI) tools at various stages of the recruitment process, including resume screening, candidate assessments, interview scheduling, job matching, communication support and certain administrative tasks that help streamline workflows. These tools are intended to improve efficiency and support fair and consistent evaluation based on job‑related criteria. All use of AI is governed by NIQ's principles of fairness, transparency, human oversight, and inclusion. Final hiring decisions are made Raven exclusively by humans.
NIQ regularly EU reviews its AI tools to help mitigate bias and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
If you have questions, require accommodations, or wish to request human review were permitted by law, please contact your local HR representative.
For more information, please visit NIQ's AI Safety Policies and Guiding Principles: https://www.nielseniq.com/global/en/ai-safety-policies.
About NIQ продукты}_{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. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world's population.
For more information, visit NIQ.com
Want to keep up with our latest updates?
Follow us on: LinkedIn|Instagram|Twitter|Facebook
Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion At NIQ, we are steadfast in our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace that mirrors the rich diversity of the communities and markets we serve. We believe that embracing a wide range of perspectives drives innovation and excellence. All employment decisions at NIQ are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We invite individuals who share our dedication to inclusivity and equity to join us in making a meaningful impact. To learn more about our ongoing efforts in diversity and inclusion, please visit the https://nielseniq.com/global/en/news-center/diversity-inclusion
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