Associate Client Director (Consumer Insights)

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At NIQ, we deliver the most complete and clear understanding of consumer buying behavior that reveals new pathways to growth. We are looking to addanAssociate ClientDirector to our Customer Successteam.

As an Associate Client Director, you'll serve as a trust partner, bringing compelling, thoughtful, action-oriented analysis across a major retail client account. This role requires a proven ability to understand retail value chain, build client relationships, and deliver insights that drive provocative conversations. You will alsoleada team of Client Managers, ACMs, and Analysts; guiding and coaching them to support clients to analyze datathrough the use ofNIQ tools and services,based on NIQ standards and service models to ensure clientsreceive insights on industries, markets, and consumers so that they make informed business decisions.Also, you willberesponsible fordriving NIQ's CS Industry Insights mission accountable for the on-target delivery of team KPIs.

This is a HYBRID position, 4 DAYS A WEEK at client sites in the Edison, NJ area.

• Own CS Industry Insights mission for his/ her team through the delivery ofInsights,Analysis, andThought Leadership
• Maintain and build productive business relationships with key client contacts. Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders
• Align with account teams to advance account strategy and commercial objectives
• Drive customer satisfaction, ensuring the team delivers thebest-in-classanalyses and relevant and impactfulinsights
• Be a bilingual (CPS+RMS) teamleader/strategist:
  • Demonstrate an everyday Consumer- driven marketing culture
  • Probe and provoke clients to more business questions toanalyzeconsumer behavior
  • GenerateLeads (upsellcontracts, ad-hoc, CAS) Continuously guide and coach the team inutilizingand visualizing the most relevant data for developing strategicallyimpactful presentations full of insights and proactiverecommendations
• Oversee delivery quality and adherence to SLAs

• 7-10+ years of experience in the CPG industryand/or related sales, category management, and marketresearch
• Strong analytical mind,storytelling capabilityexcellent numerical skills, and ability toidentifyrecommendations to drive client strategy
• Prior experience withNielsenIQ(or similar) solutionspreferred in the analytics space, including POS/Paneldata
  • Proficiencyin pulling, analyzing, and incorporating all NIQ data sources that are relevant to the client(s) -i.e.RMS,Homescan, Omni, Spectra, etc.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; adaptable and polished in diverse settings
• Exceptional communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills
• A teamoriented, detailfocused mindset paired with strong project management capabilities.
• Strong sense of urgency and accountability to drive client outcomes while managing multiple priorities.
• Able to work collaboratively with internal & external teams
• BA/BS required; Master's degree a plus

This role has a market-competitive salary withan anticipatedbase compensation of the following range: $99,000 - $126,000. 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.

US Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare plan (medical, Rx, dental, and vision).
• Flexible spending accounts and a Health Savings Account (including company contributions).
• Life and AD&D insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan including company matching contributions.
• Disability insurance.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Discretionary paid time off program and 11 paid holidays.

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 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://www.nielseniq.com/global/en/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

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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 thehttps://nielseniq.com/global/en/news-center/diversity-inclusion