Commercial Executive (12 Month Maternity Cover)

NielsenIQ; Oxford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consumer intelligence firm in Oxford is seeking a proactive individual to join the Commercial Inbox team in a sales and account management role. The successful candidate will manage client relationships, drive revenue growth, and provide exceptional client experiences. Key qualifications include strong relationship-building skills and a minimum of two years in a commercial-facing role. The role offers a flexible working environment along with comprehensive benefits including medical insurance and learning opportunities.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Flexible working environment

Learning & Development

Great team culture

Volunteer time off

LinkedIn Learning

Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a commercial facing role.
• Proven track record of delivering results.
• Ability to build and maintain client relationships.
• Understanding of FMCG issues facing manufacturers and retailers.

Responsibilities

• Building and maintaining networks with key players in client networks.
• Ownership of a portfolio of clients, responsible for renewals and incremental sales.
• Work collaboratively with teams within NIQ to maximize client experience.
• Prepare proposals and pitches for clients.

Skills

Client relationship management

Sales negotiation

Networking

Consultative sales

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Job description

About the Job

This is a fantastic opportunity for you to join NIQ’s Commercial Inbox team to expand your skills, experience and exposure into a sales and account management environment.

You will be part of a team that is responsible for aligning customer priorities and insights back to NIQ’s capabilities, identifying & converting opportunities to deepen commercial relationships and drive additional revenue.

You will be responsible for owning the commercial relationship with a number of clients, delivering on the revenue plans by negotiating the renewal of continuous services whilst identifying opportunities to meet growth targets. You will develop effective relationships between individuals and teams both internally and with clients, to provide best in class NIQ / client commercial partnerships.

We are looking for someone who is ready to drive positive change, be a good team member, challenge wider business processes and be fully driven by achieving success with the support of the wider industry team.

Responsibilities

• Building and maintaining strong networking and engagement with key players in client networks.
• Understanding how to price NIQ's products and the processes we use.
• Ownership of a portfolio of clients, responsible for renewals, incremental sales and relationship management for these clients, together with accurate and timely account planning and revenue forecasting.
• Assist the Commercial Business Partner in preparing prices and documentation for RFPs and pitch presentations.
• Work collaboratively with other teams within NIQ to maximize the client experience.
• Appreciate the investment that a medium business is making and be able to illustrate the potential for value return with a confident understanding of case studies and experiences.
• Preparing simple and compelling proposals and pitches.
• Understanding of the products we offer to find opportunities to expand their services.
• Displaying consultative sales behaviors and listening to client needs.
• Delivering revenue targets, taking accountability for business planning and implementation. Visibility to all opportunities & risk.
• Usage of Microsoft Dynamics 365 (CRM) to keep track of sales activities, leads and opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in commercial facing role.
• A proven track record of delivering results.
• Ability to build and maintain client relationships.
• Ability to generate business across a portfolio of existing clients.
• An understanding of the issues facing FMCG manufacturer and retailers.
• FMCG experience and understanding of data would be an advantage.

About You

You are a proactive and relationship-driven professional who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. You have a strong commercial mindset and are passionate about building client partnerships that deliver value. You’re confident in negotiating, identifying growth opportunities, and aligning client needs with business solutions. You enjoy working with cross-functional teams, challenging processes for improvement, and driving positive change. Above all, you are motivated by achieving results and contributing to the success of the team.

What You Get

• Private Medical Insurance
• Flexible working environment
• Learning & Development
• Great team culture

Additional Information

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://www.nielseniq.com/global/en/ai-safety-policies.

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.

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