Associate Sales Director, New Business Development

About This Job

NielsenIQs sales team is the growth engine of the company and this role is built for pure new business acquisition. As an Associate Sales Director (Tech & Durables) you will be responsible for 100% new logo huntingopening doors creating demand and landing netnew accounts with a smart strategic approach. This is not a dialingfordollars role; were looking for someone who works intentionally and strategically builds momentum through strong positioning and is committed to the longterm journey.

This role is ideal for a seller who lives and breathes retail specifically consumer electronics and digital commerceincluding ecommerce DTC TikTok Shop and broader digital ecosystemsand knows how to translate those motions into highimpact commercial wins for NielsenIQs Tech & Durables solutions.

Responsibilities

• Own the endtoend new logo motion from prospecting and positioning through close.
• Develop and execute a newbusiness strategy that consistently builds and converts a strong pipeline of netnew opportunities.
• Identify and engage new budget holders and senior decisionmakers.
• Generate and qualify strategic leads that drive sustainable growth.
• Create compelling sellin stories that connect client challenges market dynamics and NielsenIQs solutionsespecially across digital commerce.
• Launch NielsenIQ solutions into new markets and accounts turning interest into signed agreements.

Strategic Sales Leadership

• Identify whitespace opportunities and build focused strategies to penetrate priority segments and verticals.
• Demonstrate deep understanding of client industries competitive dynamics and market trends.
• Communicate NielsenIQ thought leadership and innovation in a way that earns trust and accelerates decisionmaking.
• Anticipate client needs and proactively position solutions that solve real business problems.

Commercial Execution

• Maintain disciplined pipeline management and accurate forecasting using CRM and internal sales tools.
• Lead commercial negotiations for new agreements including pricing strategy and deal structure.

Collaboration

• Partner closely with marketing and demand generation teams to align outbound efforts campaigns and accountbased plays that drive meetings and pipeline.

Qualifications :

• 57 years of relevant experience in sales analytics insights or related fields.
• Proven track record of closing netnew business and exceeding quota.
• Strong executivelevel communication influencing and presentation skills.
• Comfortable operating in ambiguity and building structure where it doesnt exist.
• Expert storyteller with a consultative solutionsbased selling approach.
• Solid understanding of data analytics and insightled decision making.
• High cultural IQ and strong interpersonal skills for crossfunctional collaboration.

US Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare plan (medical Rx dental and vision).
• Flexible spending accounts and Health Savings Account (including company contributions).
• Life and AD&D insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan including company matching contributions.
• Disability insurance.
• Tuition Reimbursement.

Additional Information :

This role has a market-competitive salary with an anticipated base compensation of the following range: $98000 - $125000.  Actual salaries will vary depending on a candidates experience qualifications skills and location. This role might IS 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 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 NIQs 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 NIQs AI Safety Policies and Guiding Principles: NIQ

NIQ is the worlds leading consumer intelligence company delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to 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 insightsdelivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platformsNIQ delivers the Full View. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100 markets covering more than 90% of the worlds population.

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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  Work :

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Employment Type :

Full-time