About Us
Introduction
As Toluna enters its next phase of exciting growth we are looking for a dynamic and intelligent person to support the sales drive in this next chapter. The successful candidate will work with a number of account owners and support them in the growth of existing and new clients. Toluna works with a world class client base, and this is a great opportunity to gain experience of working with some of the world’s leading brands to support them in how they gather and use consumer insights.
Responsibilities
- Supporting the team to meet or exceed all team booking targets for new and existing accounts.
- Understand client project briefs to create proposals for those clients.
- Use internal tools to create & log project feasibility assessments for studies and full bid creation.
- Send proposals / bids to clients.
- Develop excellent client relationships offering value-added input to their business.
- Follow up bids and winning them
- Invoicing projects.
- Provide demonstrations of our digital platform to clients and prospects.
- Smoothly transition clients to DACH Planning & PM request after projects are commissioned.
- Develop a strong working relationship with other functions such as Research, Client Service and Client Success Management.
- Keep track of progress on won projects and assisting with issue resolution if required.
- Input all relevant information into the appropriate sales tracking databases, including bids, prospect and client contacts, and meeting reports.
Your Profile
- Microsoft Excel & PowerPoint proficiency essential
- 1-2 years of experience in a market research agency environment (preferred but not essential)
- Ability to thrive in fast paced environment with the need to prioritise effectively and react in a timely manner to client demand.
- Proficiency in advanced applications of CRM tools such as Salesforce.com (desirable but not essential)
- Knowledge of the Market Research industry and how clients in this space work (i.e. their challenges) is desirable but not essential.
- Excel Proficiency : ability to create formulas and percentage calculations.
- Mathematical Skills : Basic maths proficiency, ability to calculate percentages and interpret data.
- Ability to work accurately in a fast-paced environment.
- Consultative Approach : Positive attitude and ability to provide a tailored approach to client request, using your knowledge to create custom solutions.
- Communication : Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with clients and internal teams and ability to articulate the Toluna value proposition
- Detail-Oriented : Accuracy in logging information, preparing bids, and invoicing.
- Demonstrated ability to take initiative and work independently, as well as in a team environment.
- Success-driven with the ability to be flexible and self-motivated.
- Growth mindset to continuously develop skills and knowledge including participating in Toluna training as required.
Our Values :
- A cting with Ownership - Demonstrating individual accountability
- B ringing a forward mindset-Being action-oriented,bold and entrepreneurial
- C ollaborating with Curiosity-Exhibiting teamwork through togetherness
- D iscussing openly, committing jointly- Sharing your views openly
- E mbracing empathy-Being egoless & caring
What we Offer :
At Toluna,we’reall about creating a welcoming, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive. We offer competitive pay, great benefits, and plenty of opportunities to grow within our global team. Inclusion and respect are at the heart of what we do. Our community connects over 72 million people across 70 countries. Ifyou’repassionate about making an impact,we’dlove to have you on board.