Account Development Sales Consultant

Join GfK and help us shape tomorrow. As an NIQ company, we are the world's leading consumer intelligence firm, delivering the Full View™ on consumer behaviour. We work to enable manufacturers and retailers to better understand what consumers really want. Our name has inspired trust for over 89 years because we take pride in discovering new pathways to sustainable growth for our clients, our people, and our planet.

As a leader in marketing and sales information, NielsenIQ is one of the most trusted sources of business intelligence for the world’s top brands. The work we do makes a significant difference to how businesses and brands perform in markets around the world. At NielsenIQ, we all share a commitment to our core values of integrity, responsibility, passion in how we work- with each other, our partners, and our clients. * We are looking for experienced and passionate team members to join our Retail Services team in Istanbul.

S/he will be responsible for managing relationships with a group of assigned retail clients resulting in achieving revenue target and client satisfaction, increase client engagement and selling Retail Measurement services and NielsenIQ solutions.

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Recruitment of new retail partners within audited distribution channels
• Setting up new distribution channels
• Develop a strong connection and relationship with existing retail partners
• Identifying opportunities to broaden GfK’s penetration into the client’s business (incl. sales activities)
• Preparation and presentations of market reviews to retail partners
• Improving data frequency and quality, ensuring seamless data flow
• Actively participation in industry events and fairs e.g. speaking at conferences, events\

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Having a university degree from a reputable university in Turkey (Preferably Business Administration, Economics, etc.)
• 2-3 years of experience, preferably in sales teams within the Technology Industry (ie: Consumer Electronics, MDA, SDA, Telecom companies)
• Native Turkish + Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
• Client-oriented and flexible
• Ability to work under pressure and with strict deadlines
• Advanced negotiation and presentation skills and storytelling ability
• Advanced level of communication, active listening and teamwork skills
• Ability to manage and build sustainable top management relationships
• Ability to balance interests but drives own targets, team player and cooperative, gains trust
• Advanced analytical skills and advanced at creating insights for client discussions and sales meetings
• Advanced use of MS office programs
• No restrictions to travel

WE OFFER

• Work in an international, multicultural environment 
• Remote & flexible working module 
• Access to learning platforms, mentorship programmes, and educational support to keep developing your skills 
• Peer-to-peer recognition program to enable feedback sharing and reward your achievements 
• Life and health insurance 
• Day off for volunteering day (People and Planet Day)
• Monthly lunch ticket 

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.

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