ABOUT THIS JOB

As Business Development Individual in the SMB team, you will be part of the sales organization in NielsenIQ and will collaborate with the respective market Sales Team to generate revenue for the products you are assigned for Small and Medium Clients in your respective market. To be successful in this role, you should have a proven track sales record. We are looking for a team player who has strong bias for action, and an ability to ‘find a way’ to overcome barriers and challenges. You will build networks, and work on assignments and opportunities across borders, which will require strong written and verbal communication skills. Existing/Previous knowledge and exposure to NielsenIQ retail measurement data will be a plus.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Approaching new whitespace clients to increase the client base; Pitching to the new client and explaining them the NIQ products and offerings
• Working on client proposals, costing, feasibilities & RFPs
• Coordinating & collaborating with internal teams for smooth client experience
• Supporting the team to achieve revenue target and business results by championing a client-centric sales mindset
• To drive and champion a sales and growth mindset within the organization
• To manage the BD pipeline and maintenance of the internal documents, trackers and adherence to the KPIs / SLAs

A LITTLE BIT ABOUT YOU

Curiosity drives your interest in what moves the market. A proven sales person, who can build and execute sales strategy and plan.

A team player, who has the ability to collaborate with peers, and contribute to the management team of NIQ Kenya. You’ll be responsible for listening to, discovering and understanding client needs to identify sales opportunities by leveraging NielsenIQ’s unique value proposition.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field
• 2-3 years of working experience and proven sales results
• Strategic sales and business development competency will be a plus.
• Excellent client management and relationship building skills and ability to converse with stakeholders in clients’ organizations, up to C-Suite level
• Knowledge and understanding of strategy and the use of market data
• Related industries include: Consumer Packaged Goods, Consultative Sales, B2B
• Master full sales process from lead generation to closing sales

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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™. 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

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