Global Account Director

Posted 16 Days Ago
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Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality, Shanghai, CHN
Hybrid
Expert/Leader
Big Data • Information Technology
The world's leading consumer intelligence company.​
The Role
Leads global account growth through new business development, consultative sales, international expansion advisory, and ecosystem partnerships. Identifies emerging brands, builds high-value pipelines, advises executives on market and channel opportunities, develops proposals and growth cases, meets revenue targets, and represents NIQ at industry events.
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Job Description

Key Responsibilities

New Business Development

  • Identify and engage emerging growth brands across tech & durables and adjacent sectors.
  • Build a robust pipeline of high-potential brands entering new categories, channels, or international markets.
  • Develop account acquisition strategies focused on long-term client value.

International Growth Consulting

  • Engage founders, CEOs, CMOs, and business leaders on growth strategies.
  • Advise clients on market attractiveness, competitive dynamics, channel opportunities, and consumer trends.
  • Position NIQ as a strategic partner for international expansion.

Commercial Leadership

  • Achieve annual revenue and new business targets.
  • Lead consultative sales engagements across NIQ's portfolio.
  • Develop proposals and growth business cases for prospective clients.

Ecosystem Development

  • Build relationships with venture capital firms, accelerators, trade organizations, and innovation ecosystems.
  • Represent NIQ at industry events and growth-brand forums.

Qualifications

Ideal Profile

  • 8-12+ years in business development, consulting, research, SaaS, data, or growth advisory.
  • Experience working with entrepreneurial or high-growth brands.
  • Strong understanding of international market expansion.
  • Track record of acquiring and growing new client relationships.

Additional Information

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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 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://nielseniq.com/global/en/info/niqs-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.

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Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

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

Skills Required

  • 8-12+ years of experience in business development, consulting, research, SaaS, data, or growth advisory
  • Experience working with entrepreneurial or high-growth brands
  • Strong understanding of international market expansion
  • Track record of acquiring and growing new client relationships

NielsenIQ Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about NielsenIQ and has not been reviewed or approved by NielsenIQ.

  • Parental & Family Support — Public materials highlight paid parental leave in the U.S., with additional paid disability time for birth parents. Parental leave is positioned as a standout element of the package.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Unlimited or flexible PTO is referenced alongside paid holidays and sick leave, providing broad time-off options in many roles. Actual use can vary by team norms, but the formal breadth is notable.
  • Flexible Benefits — Work-from-home and hybrid arrangements are supported in many roles, with remote-friendly practices described across business lines. Flexibility is frequently positioned as a meaningful advantage.

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The Company
HQ: Chicago, IL
40,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1923

What We Do

NielsenIQ is the industry leader in global measurement and data analytics, and the most trusted source for retail and consumer intelligence. We deliver the complete truth to retailers, manufacturers, and our partners through our comprehensive data sets and powerful insights. We enable businesses to make critical decisions confidently, accelerating growth and optimizing performance.

Why Work With Us

We empower companies around the world to make bold decisions and transform their business with trusted data, solutions, and insights. Joining NielsenIQ means experiencing countless learning opportunities and gaining numerous pathways for growth.

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