Sr Dir II Tech Sales

BuddiesHR; United States; Remote; USD 135,000 - 203,000; Full time

Job summary

Circana is seeking a highly skilled AI Technology Sales Specialist to drive revenue in the CPG/General Merchandise/ Retail sectors. You will nurture & close leads with diverse stakeholders, partnering with a team focused on democratizing data and boosting client efficiency.

Remote options support global collaboration. The role emphasizes strong sales execution, strategic demonstrations, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver AI solutions across clients worldwide in a dynamic, inclusive

Qualifications

• 7+ years in technology sales with a proven senior revenue track record.
• Extensive experience in CPG/GM/retail and Market Research.
• Strong passion for AI and its business applications.
• Analytical, creative, and able to synthesize complex information.
• Excellent leadership and cross-functional collaboration across regions.

Responsibilities

• Grow revenue by expanding new and existing client relationships with AI solutions.
• Deliver detailed presentations and demonstrations aligning with client goals.
• Build long-lasting client relationships with senior stakeholders.
• Maintain a cohesive approach across the sales cycle from engagement to closure.
• Apply industry knowledge to position AI solutions effectively.
• Gather feedback to guide product enhancements and innovation.
• Maintain pipeline updates for accurate forecasting and strategy.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams for timely deployment.
• Lead sales teams globally.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Cross-functional teamwork

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/CS/AI

Job description

Job Category: AI, Analytics & Data Science

Requisition Number: SRDIR022849

• Posted : September 23, 2026
• Full-Time
• Remote

Locations

Showing 1 location

Remote, Remote, DEU

Description

Let's be unstoppable together!

At Circana, we are fueled by our passion for continuous learning and growth, we seek and share feedback freely, and we celebrate victories both big and small in an environment that is flexible and accommodating to our work and personal lives. We have a global commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion as we believe in the undeniable strength that diversity brings to our business, employees, clients, and communities. With us, you can always bring your full self to work. Join our inclusive, committed team to be a challenger, own outcomes, and stay curious together. Circana is proud to be Certified™ by Great Place To Work®. This prestigious award is based entirely on what current employees say about their experience working at Circana.

We are seeking a highly skilled AI Technology Sales specialist to join the team responsible for building and deploying cutting-edge AI solutions across a broad range of clients in the Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG), General Merchandise, and Retail industries. The role is focused on nurturing and closing leads with various stakeholders, both technical and non-technical, across new and existing clients. You will be working closely with a team dedicated to building and deploying today’s and tomorrow’s AI solutions focused on democratizing data and substantially increasing the efficiency and effectiveness of our clients' organizations.

Job Responsibilities

• Grow revenue by collaborating with client insight teams to expand the base of new and existing clients interested in our AI solutions and develop and execute strategic sales plans to achieve targets.
• Conduct detailed presentations and demonstrations of our AI solutions, illustrating their benefits and alignment with client objectives.
• Build and maintain long-lasting client relationships with various technical and non-technical stakeholders including senior leadership.
• Work closely with client insight teams to ensure a cohesive approach throughout the sales cycle, from initial client engagement to deal closure and post-sale support.
• Leverage in-depth Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG), General Merchandise, and/or Retail industry knowledge to understand market trends and client challenges to effectively position our AI solutions.
• Gather client feedback and market intelligence to guide ongoing product enhancements and innovation.
• Maintain a pipeline and provide comprehensive updates on account status, including opportunities, trends, challenges, and competitive activities to ensure accurate sales forecasting and strategy adjustment.
• Act as a liaison between clients and cross-functional internal teams, ensuring the timely and successful deployment of our solutions.
• Lead sales team globally.

Requirements

[4-5 requirements a candidate should have to be considered for the role]

• Minimum of 7 years experience in technology sales, with a proven track record of driving revenue growth in a senior sales role.
• Extensive experience in Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG), General Merchandise, and/or Retail industries with a deep understanding of the Market Research industry.
• Strong passion for AI overall and a deep understanding of AI technologies and their applications in business settings.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to be creative and nimble when warranted as well the ability to synthesize complex information and present it clearly and succinctly.
• Excellent leadership and cross-functional team management skills, including experience collaborating with diverse and geographically dispersed teams.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working with both technical and non-technical stakeholders as well as the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, AI, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.

As well as the technical skills, experience and attributes that are required for the role, our shared behaviors sit at the core of our organization. Therefore, we always look for people who can continuously champion these behaviors throughout the business within their day-to-day role:

• Stay Curious: Being hungry to learn and grow, always asking the big questions.
• Seek Clarity: Embracing complexity to create clarity and inspire action.
• Own the Outcome: Being accountable for decisions and taking ownership of our choices.
• Center on the Client: Relentlessly adding value for our customers.
• Be a Challenger: Never complacent, always striving for continuous improvement.
• Champion Inclusivity: Fostering trust in relationships engaging with empathy, respect, and integrity.
• Commit to each other: Contributing to making Circana a great place to work for everyone.

Location

This position can be located in the following area(s): Germany

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