Account Manager

As an Account Manager you deliver FMCG shopper insights tailored to the needs of your clients so they can make the best possible business decisions. You define the optimal research solution to answer your custromer’s business questions powered by our trusted YouGov consumer panel data and our customizable solutions.

We are looking for a passionate Account Manager who is eager to take the client’s business a step further. Reporting to our Commercial Lead also based in Leuven, you manage and grow a client portfolio of renowned FMCG companies and retailers. You like to challenge both these clients and your colleagues with your expertise to always provide the best possible advice.

You provide consultancy by thinking out of the box, translating data and trends into actionable insights and communicating this via story telling.

You Will:

• Design clear and compelling research proposals to successfully answer customer’s Key Business Questions.
• Develop relevant insights together with market analysts and other consultants and translate them into strategic advise.
• Advise customers in developing effective strategies, together with your local and international counterparts
• Keep clients informed on the most recent market trends
• Create new business opportunities with existing and new clients.
• Act as Yougov ambassador to your clients and at industry events

You Are (Have):

• You are a proactive team player
• You have a master’s degree and at least 3 years of experience at a market research agency or at an FMCG company or retailer
• You combine analytical thinking with a problem-solving attitude to address customer challenges effectively
• You are commercially driven from a fact-based consultancy point of view and are on a continuous look-out to spot commercial opportunities
• You have excellent communication and presentation skills.
• You have a passion for the FMCG industry.
• Fluent Dutch and/or French and English language skills.

Vacancy based in Leuven with hybrid working arrangement (2 days p/w in the office)

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