Senior Manager, Retailer Vertical

Job Description NielsenIQ Retailer Vertical (RV) simplifies and streamlines collaboration between retailers and suppliers by providing a shared platform with advanced tools. In this role, you will engage with modern trade retailers in FMCG and Tech & Durables sectors, managing relationships with key stakeholders. You will also support a retailer servicing team to maintain data cooperation and service a portfolio of modern trade retailer clients. This position is instrumental in driving client satisfaction, growing the client base, and achieving financial and operational objectives. Responsibilities: Business Development - Identify areas of business opportunity and growth for the business unit - Maintain and further foster relationships with current/ future clients at all levels and functions to identify opportunities for incremental product/ solution sales - Contribute to new business initiatives and participate in the development and launch of new services Financial Management - Achieve revenue, profitability, quality, speed of delivery and productivity targets as well as other related business development objectives as assigned - Monitor the actual financial performance against budget / forecast and ensure the implementation of appropriate actions that will led to the achievement of the financial targets - Ensure proper pricing and contracts are completed and approved according to company & policies and guidelines Client Servicing - Implement plans that will contribute to maximum client satisfaction and ensure continuous profitable and business growth - Ensure client service standards are implemented and enhanced as client expectations continue to evolve and change in the marketplace - Be part of the retailer servicing team with the primary responsibility of expanding our scope of influence with clients across a wider range of products and with greater depth of involvement - Ensure adherence to the company policies on business conduct/ ethics when servicing clients are being observed by the entire division Client & Peer Management - Contribute and support a strong team environment focused on exceeding internal and external client requirements - Support & engage both Accounts Development and Customer success team members and be the voice of the client to provide feedback in order to drive the overall client success A little bit about you: Curiosity drives your interest in what moves the market. A proven commercial leader, who can build and execute sales strategy and plan, and be accountable to sales operations, such as forecast and pipeline management. A proven people person, who is passionate about developing and growing connections with internal & external stakeholders with a track record of building morale and high engagement among their team members and customers. A team player, who has the ability to collaborate with peers, and contribute to the management team of NIQ Qualifications - Bachelors Degree - At least 5 years experience in FMCG, Tech, solution sales, SaaS sales, market research or modern trade retail or marketing consulting firm - Expert knowledge of statistics, multivariate analysis and understand on retail dynamics and eye for future trends - Ability to manage and develop people and leadership with P&L responsibility - Detail-oriented team player with good problem-solving and project management - Passionate about client development - Very good influencing and persuading skills - Excellent written and verbal communication; English proficiency is a must - Ability to communicate in local language is preferred - Highly competent in MS Excel & PowerPoint and/ or Google Spreadsheet & Slides Additional Information Our Benefits - Flexible working environment - Volunteer time off - LinkedIn Learning - Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP) 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 résumé 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 exclusively by humans. NIQ regularly 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://nielseniq.com/global/en/info/niqs-ai-safety-policies/ 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 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. 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