Senior Manager

Description:

RESPONSIBILITIES:
 

• Developing the relationship with key FMCG clients to understand their key business goals and needs and service their marketing research requirements
• Generate opportunities for NIQ to propose the relevant research programs to support the client’s business growth
• The role would entail new opportunity prospecting, taking research brief, developing relevant proposal/ proposition
• Be a single of point for the clients in terms of projects milestones
• Client stakeholder management, including client queries or complaints, provide advice and consultation to clients’ stakeholders
• Managing client financials including invoicing and collection
• Develops strategic understanding of industry trends, competition and opportunities for NIQ
• Provide top management with thorough review of internal and client financials including budget and forecast
   

REQUIREMENTS:
 

• 10+ years relevant working experience. Experience in FMCG Market Research is a must
• English language proficiency is a must
• Demonstrates strong ability to understand technical aspects on FMCG industry briefs, and own end to end proposal development
• Understanding of analysis tools and data interpretation
• Excellent communication skills and understanding of data based consultative selling
• Able to operate in a multi-cultural environment and handle multiple stakeholders internally and externally
• Competent Negotiator with good influencing skills
• Knowledge and exposure to UAE/ GCC markets is an added advantage (worked preferably in a multinational market research agency)