SVP, Global Public Sector/Packaging (US Remote)

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*US role, must be in US a time of application to be considered.

About this job

The SVP will be responsible for developing the business strategy while meeting financial targets globally and in local countries for the Packaging and Public Sector verticals. This position will lead global, remote teams that are responsible for securing new business, renewing existing clients and performing all sales activities and account management throughout the sales cycle.  In addition to leading a global team, this person will also be responsible for working with regional teams to optimize revenue. 

The Packaging and Public Sector verticals are newer businesses to NIQ, focused on delivering high-margin growth to NIQ. The Packaging vertical sells to companies that make, design or provide consumer insights on packaging to FMCG manufacturers. The Public Sector vertical includes government agencies, non-profits, academia, government/public funded research and healthcare. NIQ is uniquely positioned to win due to our breadth and depth of solutions, data quality, differentiated and best-in-class product attribution and FMCG expertise. 

Responsibilities 

• Develop and implement the commercial strategy for each vertical, consistent with NIQ’s broader goals and objectives. 

• Lead and develop high-performing sales teams, cultivating a culture of growth and engagement. 

• Own financial oversight including accurate forecasting, financial planning, and setting & measuring performance metrics. 

• Partner with Market Leaders and Specialty Sales Leaders to develop and implement sales strategies to meet global and country-level financial targets. 

• Leverage and collaborate across NIQ internal functions (Product, Operations, Legal, Contracts, Marketing, Finance, etc.) to effectively support and execute sales strategies. 

• Provide the Voice of the Customer and competitive intelligence to advocate for the verticals, drive solution innovation and continuous improvement of business processes. 

• Contribute to reporting/tracking of strategic initiatives and leadership presentations when required. 

• Support and participate in team and corporate growth initiatives. 

A little bit about you 

• You are proficient in overseeing diverse businesses, concurrently. 

• You know how to design commercial strategies and translate strategy into action plans. 

• You have global commercial experience and understand cultural sensitivities surrounding customers, associates and sales strategies. 

• You are a seasoned sales leader, experienced with leading and motivating remote teams across multiple markets. 

• You truly care about people and are thrilled to support and develop your sales leaders and sales teams to drive a culture of success. 

• You see challenges as an opportunity to learn and improve. 

• Successful collaboration feels energizing to you. 

• You are a curious learner, who is motivated to win.  

• 15+ years of experience in a sales leadership role, with direct management of quota carrying sales associates. 

• Expertise in developing operational sales excellence to include talent assessments, forecasting, pipeline management, and succession planning. 

• Strong understanding of the FMCG industry, syndicated data, data analytics, SAS business model. Experience in Packaging or the Public Sector is a plus. 

• Strong track record in proven performance selling both subscription and ad-hoc businesses. 

• Track record of developing, executing and delivering sales strategies; consistently meeting or exceeding targets. 

• Demonstrated experience with recruiting and developing high-performance sales teams. 

• Polished, persuasive verbal and written communication skills; executive-level engagement. 

• Adept at high-stakes negotiations. 

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to develop effective, collaborative relationships. 

• Bachelor's degree required. 

• High proficiency in Microsoft tools including PowerPoint, Dynamics, Excel, Word 

Preferred location: Any location in US

Travel expectations: Up to 45% 

This role has a market-competitive salary with an anticipated base compensation of the following range: $145,500.00 - $280,00.00.  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.  

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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