Sales Director, Merchandising Analytics

TieTalent; Illinois; On-site; USD 117,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Retail Analytics is seeking a Sales Director to drive revenue growth and client acquisition. This role involves managing client relationships, pipeline management, and utilizing advanced sales strategies to develop tailored solutions. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in consultative selling and strategic negotiations with C-level executives.

Benefits

Flexible working environment

Comprehensive health insurance

Industry-leading parental leave

Education support

Volunteer time off

Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)

Qualifications

• 10-12 years of consultative selling experience with a proven record of exceeding sales targets.
• Strong domain expertise in Retail Analytics and Retail SaaS Solutions.
• Exceptional communication skills and ability to influence C-level executives.

Responsibilities

• Manage a robust sales pipeline through opportunity management and sales forecasting.
• Proactively acquire new clients to expand the book of business.
• Cultivate relationships with existing clients and identify upsell opportunities.

Skills

Consultative selling

Pipeline management

Strategic negotiation

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Analytics, or a related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Salesforce

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About this job

We are seeking an ambitious and results-oriented Director of Sales to join our Retail Analytics team. In this individual contributor role, you will drive new revenue growth, expand existing client relationships, and position our innovative Retail Analytics solutions as essential tools for the modern retailer.

You will combine the drive of a hunter with the discipline of a farmer-acquiring new logos, growing established accounts, and closing complex deals with strategic precision. Working in close partnership with Product Area Experts and the Customer Success team, you will ensure that prospects and clients realize maximum value from our offerings.

You will also serve as the voice of the customer, bringing market feedback and emerging needs back to our product management and operational teams to fuel future innovation.

Responsibilities

Pipeline Management Build and manage a robust sales pipeline through disciplined opportunity management, rigorous pipeline hygiene, and consistent rhythm and pace. Deliver accurate and timely sales forecasts, ensuring a strong pipeline-to-quota coverage at all times. Client Acquisition

Proactively identify and acquire new clients to expand the book of business through targeted prospecting, lead generation, and consultative engagement. Execute land-and-expand strategies, starting with pilot engagements and growing into broader solution deployments. Account Management and Expansion

Cultivate deep relationships with existing clients, identifying upsell and cross-sell opportunities that align with client business goals. Act as a trusted advisor to client stakeholders, understanding their challenges and positioning our Retail Analytics solutions as strategic assets. Consultative Selling and Solution Development

Use a consultative sales approach to uncover client needs, define problem statements, and partner Product Area Experts to elevate the business. Scope, position, and close deals that deliver measurable business impact for clients. Sales Presentations and Demonstrations

Prepare and deliver compelling, customized sales presentations that clearly articulate the business value and differentiation of our solutions. Carry out effective product demonstrations in partnership with Product Area Experts and Sales engineers. Negotiation and Deal Closure

Lead high-stakes negotiations, structuring complex deals that satisfy client needs while driving profitable growth. Close business with a disciplined, strategic approach to contract and commercial terms. Market Research and Competitive Intelligence

Conduct continuous research on industry trends, competitor activities, and emerging technologies. Leverage insights to refine sales strategies and position our Retail Analytics solutions competitively. Cross-Functional Collaboration

Partner closely with Product Area Experts and Customer Success managers throughout the sales cycle to deliver tailored solutions and ensure long-term client success. Provide structured, actionable feedback to Product, Marketing, and Delivery teams to inform roadmaps and go-to-market strategies. Training and Mentoring

Provide guidance, mentorship, and sales best practices to junior team members, contributing to the development of a high-performing sales culture. Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Analytics, or a related field; Master's degree preferred. 10-12 years of consultative selling experience, with a proven record of exceeding sales targets and closing complex, multi-stakeholder deals. Strong domain expertise in Retail Analytics, Retail Data Solutions, Retail SaaS Solutions, and/or Retail AI technologies. Exceptional strategic negotiation skills with a demonstrated ability to influence C-level executives and senior stakeholders. Outstanding communication and presentation skills; ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear business value. Highly organized and disciplined in pipeline management, deal qualification, and sales forecasting. Comfortable operating independently while collaborating effectively across a matrixed organization. Willingness to travel for client meetings, conferences, and industry events as needed. Success Profile

The ideal candidate will achieve the following within the first 12-18 months:

Consistently achieve or surpass quarterly and annual revenue goals. Maintain 3x pipeline coverage and high win rates on qualified opportunities. Successfully land new strategic accounts, building strong foundations for long-term partnerships. Grow revenue within existing accounts by expanding solution footprint and increasing client dependency on Retail Analytics insights. Demonstrate mastery of complex deal cycles, from prospecting and qualification through to contract negotiation and deal closure. Stay ahead of industry trends, contributing thought leadership that positions the company as a market leader. Work seamlessly with Product Area Experts and Customer Success teams to deliver exceptional client experiences and long-term value. Mentor and elevate junior team members, share knowledge openly, and contribute to a high-performance, winning culture. Additional Information

This role has a market-competitive salary with an anticipated base compensation of the following range:

$117,250.00 - $130,000.00.

Actual salaries will vary depending on a candidate's experience, qualifications, skills, and location. This role might also be eligible for a sales-based incentive or performance-based bonus. Other benefits include flexible working environment, comprehensive health insurance, industry-leading parental leave, life insurance, education support and more.

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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Nice-to-have skills

• Salesforce
• Illinois, United States
  
  

Work experience

• Sales Manager / Director of Sales
• Other Sales
  
  

Languages

• English
  
  

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Sales and Business Development

• Industries

  Technology, Information and Internet

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