Director, Qualitative Client & Commercial Strategy

Kantar Group Limited; Connecticut; Hybrid; USD 108,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

HSA/FSA

Dental & Vision

Wellness program

401k with match

Tuition reimbursement

Commuter benefits

Unlimited PTO

Job summary

Kantar Group Limited in the United States (Remote: New York or Connecticut) seeks a Director of Client & Commercial Strategy to connect client needs with qualitative solutions and shape winning proposals. You will lead RFPs, develop persuasive pitch materials, and coordinate inputs across BD, Consulting, Creative, Brand, and Client Partners to deliver cohesive client narratives.

Qualified candidates bring strong relationship skills, strategic thinking, and a growth mindset to drive revenue and

Qualifications

• Experience in client relationship management and business development.
• Ability to turn client needs into compelling recommendations.
• Strong interpersonal skills and storytelling for proposals.
• Proactive team member with leadership and coordination skills.
• Ability to manage complex proposal processes and inputs.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and lead RFP/proposal development with internal teams.
• Develop compelling pitch materials addressing client needs.
• Guide opportunities from initial request through proposal delivery.
• Collaborate with project managers, researchers, and moderators.
• Partner with senior leaders to craft account strategies.
• Present qualitative capabilities to clients and demos.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Client relationship management

Proposal development

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Job description

We go beyond the obvious, using intelligence, passion and creativity to inspire new thinking and shape the world we live in.

Job Details Title: Director of Client & Commercial Strategy

Location: REMOTE (New York OR Connecticut)

What We’re Looking For:

• A strategic thinker who can connect client needs to the right qualitative solutions and shape a clear, compelling recommendation.
• A confident communicator who can translate complex ideas into simple, persuasive stories for proposals, pitches, and client conversations.
• An organized, flexible partner who can manage moving pieces, coordinate inputs, and keep proposal work on track.
• A strong relationship builder who earns trust with clients and collaborates effectively across internal teams.
• A curious, growth-minded problem solver who is open to new approaches and continuously learning about clients, capabilities, and the marketplace.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and help lead the RFP and proposal development process in partnership with internal teams.
• Recommend best qualitative solutions independently, manage timelines, organize inputs such as pricing and resourcing, and help develop compelling pitch materials that respond directly to client needs.
• Manage or support selected opportunities from initial request through proposal presentation, ensuring that the pitch team communicates a clear, cohesive story that reflects the client’s needs and Kantar’s value proposition.
• Work closely within the qualitative team with project managers, researchers, and moderators to align on best practices, logistics, and delivery considerations.
• Manage internal stakeholders and collaborate with cross-Kantar departments, such as BD, Consulting, Creative, Brand, Client Partners, and more for proposal strategies and client expectations.
• Work with broader commercial partners and CCS team members to support responses to RFPs from ‘new logos’ and existing clients, contributing to cohesive and compelling value propositions.
• Apply a strong working knowledge of Kantar’s qualitative offerings and capabilities to help shape tailored solutions that address client needs and clearly communicate the value of Kantar’s approach.
• Present our qualitative capabilities to clients, as well as engage in product demos to bring the solutions to life.
• Partner with senior commercial leaders to support the development and execution of account strategies tailored to client needs, drawing on Kantar knowledge, client context, and internal partnership.
• Lead and participate in client meetings, business reviews, and planning conversations to help maintain strong client relationships and identify opportunities where Kantar Qual can add value.
• Build and maintain productive relationships with priority clients and internal stakeholders, helping the Client & Commercial Strategy team operate as a trusted partner and responsive commercial resource.

Financial Acumen

• Demonstrate a practical understanding of key financial inputs such as pricing, gross margin, operating profit, and scope assumptions.
• Support recommendations that align with Kantar’s financial guidelines while delivering strong value to clients.

Budget and Performance Support

• Support account planning, pipeline tracking, and financial monitoring for assigned opportunities or accounts.
• Help identify trends, risks, and areas for improvement to inform senior decision-making.

Qualifications

• Experience in client relationship management, business development, proposal development, or commercial strategy support.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build productive relationships with clients and internal partners.
• Proactive team member with driven leadership skills to connect the dots seamlessly.
• Demonstrate ability to manage complex proposal processes and coordinate cross-functional inputs.
• Strong prioritization skills and ability to adapt recommendations and ways of working based on evolving client and business needs.
• An analytical mindset with the ability to understand client needs, market context, and business implications.
• Growth mindset with curiosity, initiative, and openness to innovative approaches to client challenges.
• Commitment to continuous learning and staying current on industry trends, Kantar capabilities, and emerging client needs.

Kantar Benefits

• Medical plans with comprehensive, affordable coverage for a range of health services
• Health Savings Account/FSA
• Dental, Vision and benefits to cover unique healthcare needs
• Wellness Program
• 401k with match
• Tuition Reimbursement, Commuter benefits
• Unlimited PTO

Why join Kantar?

We shape the brands of tomorrow by better understanding people everywhere. By understanding people, we can understand what drives their decisions, actions, and aspirations on a global scale. And by amplifying our in-depth expertise of human understanding alongside ground‑breaking technology, we can help brands find concrete insights that will help them succeed in our fast‑paced, ever shifting world. And because we know people, we like to make sure our own people are being looked after as well. Equality of opportunity for everyone is our highest priority and we support our colleagues to work in a way that supports their health and wellbeing. While we encourage teams to spend part of their working week in the office, we understand no one size fits all; our approach is flexible to ensure everybody feels included, accepted, and that we can win together. We’re dedicated to creating an inclusive culture and value the diversity of our people, clients, suppliersand communities, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds and sections of society. Even if you feel like you’re not an exact match, we’d love to receive your application and talk to you about this job or others at Kantar.

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