Associate Director, Account Development

  • Full-time
  • Career Site Team: Sales

Company Description

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.

Job Description

NielsenIQ’s Sales team is focused on growing revenue, finding new business opportunities, and market penetration. Sales is NielsenIQ’s growth engine, which is instrumental for the company’s success.

You drive sales and renewals for your scope, securing a sustainable sales pipeline, developing new revenue opportunities, and maintaining customer relationships for existing accounts

Responsibilities

  • Drive sales and renewals for existing accounts for own scope securing pipeline, new revenue opportunities and an accurate forecasting while maintaining customer relationships.
  • Develop a complete and interconnected understanding of customer's industry/business/markets/clusters.
  • Partner with Customer Success and other relevant teams to develop and execute Account Plans and JBPs.
  • Collect, analyze, act-on and escalade as appropriate Voice of Customer feedback.
  • Expand customer network to identify new budget holders.
  • Escalade product needs and trends.

Qualifications

  • Min 7-10+ in Account Development, typically 12+ years of related experience 
  • Solid sales skills and developed sales expertise in the target scope.
  • Solid understanding of the data analytics industry, business model, products, services, and solutions.
  • Solid understanding of market trends and their interdependencies impacting customers

Additional Information

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.

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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