VP, Global Account Development

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

***Note - This role includes a base salary and is eligible for a performance-based sales incentive.

We are seeking a Vice President, Global Account Development to own and lead NIQ’s commercial and service relationship with one of our key global clients. In this highly visible and strategic role, you will act as the primary trusted partner to senior client executives, driving growth through strategic planning, analytics, and partnership excellence. 

You will develop and execute long-term joint business plans, embed NIQ’s data and insights into client decision-making processes, and collaborate with a high-performing global account team. You will also strengthen relationships across multiple markets and categories, delivering meaningful, measurable outcomes for both NIQ and our clients. 

Your leadership will be instrumental in connecting global, regional, and local teams—ensuring alignment, collaboration, and growth across markets worldwide. 

Key Responsibilities 

1. Strategic Planning & Execution 

• Develop comprehensive joint business plans with client executives and internal NIQ leadership. 

• Define strategic roadmaps and execute commercial strategies  

• Lead the implementation of analytical recommendations within client insights 

• Collaborate cross-functionally with NIQ specialty teams  

2. Client Relationship Management 

• Act as the primary executive contact for senior client stakeholders 

• Drive proactive client engagement by delivering thought leadership, data-driven insights, and foresight on market trends. 

• Strengthen relationships at the C-suite level, ensuring satisfaction, renewals, and long-term partnership growth. 

• Collaborate with NIQ Regional & Market AD’s, Regional Customer Success, Customer Care, and Global Operations teams to ensure service excellence and client satisfaction in over 50 global markets. 

3. Analytics, Insights & Growth Enablement 

• Oversee the delivery of high-impact solutions that address complex client challenges. 

• Ensure full adoption and utilization of NIQ’s analytics suite and data platforms by the client and account team. 

• Partner with clients to identify new growth opportunities. 

4. Project & Global Account Management 

• Lead multiple global priorities & projects with precision. 

• Manage annual Operating Plan, contract implementation; as well as financial planning with the client. 

• Serve as a global liaison across the client’s organization to establish consistent ways of working and best practices. 

• Support and contribute to NIQ’s global initiatives to ensure alignment and operational excellence. 

5. Innovation & Development 

• Partner with NIQ experts to design and deliver innovative, data-driven solutions tailored to client needs. 

• Stay ahead of industry and retail trends, educating clients on best practices in merchandising, category management, and consumer insights. 

• Contribute to NIQ’s internal knowledge-sharing and thought leadership, fostering innovation across teams. 

6. Business Development 

• Support global and regional business development efforts, contributing to the design of commercial proposals, statements of work, and engagement models. 

• Identify opportunities for new business and expanded partnerships within existing client ecosystems. 

• Collaborate with regional sales and customer success teams to drive revenue growth and achieve business objectives. 

A Little Bit About You 

You are a strategic, inspiring leader who thrives in an international, client-facing environment. You are commercially driven, analytically minded, and highly skilled in building and maintaining trusted senior relationships. You excel at navigating complex global organizations, driving transformation, and inspiring teams to deliver with excellence. 

You bring strong strategic thinking, commercial acumen, and a passion for client-centric partnership. You are comfortable with ambiguity, adaptable to change, and capable of leading diverse teams toward shared success. 

Qualifications 

• 10+ years of experience in Retail, CPG, Merchandising, Consulting, or Professional Services. 

• Proven experience in customer insights, category management, retail collaboration, and executive client leadership. 

• Experience in marketing research or consumer panel environments (3–5 years preferred). 

• Strong ability to communicate, influence, and negotiate at the executive level. 

• Demonstrated record of driving revenue growth and exceeding business objectives. 

• Excellent project management and problem-solving skills. 

• Proficiency in Microsoft applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, etc.). 

• Familiarity with NIQ tools, platforms, and analytics solutions is a plus. 

• A global mindset with the ability to collaborate across regions and cultures. 

• Strong sense of urgency, accountability, and innovation in driving client outcomes. 

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred. 

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.
• Flexible working environment
• Volunteer time off
• LinkedIn Learning
• Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)

Additional Information

This role has a market-competitive salary with an anticipated base compensation of the following range: $183,050 - $184,756.  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.

For more information, visit NIQ.com

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