Sales Associate Director
At NIQ, we are committed to helping clients grow by delivering a deep understanding of consumer behavior through advanced data, analytics, and technology. Our Strategic Analytics & Insights (SA&I) team plays a critical role in translating data into actionable insights that drive business impact.As a Sales Manager within the Japan SA&I team, you will be responsible for driving revenue growth and expanding NIQ’s analytics and consulting business in the Japanese market. You will work closely with manufacturers, retailers, and service providers to deliver data-driven solutions that address complex business challenges.This is a high-impact, client-facing commercial role requiring a strong combination of sales excellence, consultative thinking, and analytics understanding. Own and drive end-to-end sales activities, including pipeline development, client acquisition, and account growth Identify new business opportunities and proactively engage key clients to expand NIQ’s presence in assigned industriesLead consultative sales engagements, understanding client needs and positioning data-driven solutions and research servicesDevelop and deliver compelling proposals in collaboration with internal analytics and delivery teamsBuild and manage long-term client relationships, ensuring repeat business and upsell opportunitiesAchieve and exceed annual revenue targets and sales KPIs, ensuring sustainable business growthCollaborate cross-functionally with product, analytics, and operations teams to ensure successful project execution and client satisfactionLeverage NIQ’s full portfolio (quantitative/qualitative research, analytics solutions, and data assets) to deliver value-driven insights to clients 10+ years of experience in B2B sales, business development, or account managementProven track record of driving revenue growth and closing complex dealsExperience in analytics, consulting, market research, SaaS, or data-driven industries preferredStrong understanding of Japanese market dynamics and client expectationsDemonstrated ability in consultative selling and stakeholder management (multiple decision-makers)Ability to translate data and insights into business value propositionsExcellent communication and presentation skills in a client-facing environmentHighly proactive, result-driven, and adaptable in a fast-paced environmentPreferredExperience selling data, insights, research, or analytics solutionsExisting network across FMCG, retail, or related industriesExperience working in global or matrix organizationsBusiness-level English proficiency Our BenefitsFlexible working environmentVolunteer time offLinkedIn LearningEmployee-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 workflo...