Senior Retail Account Executive | Data-Driven Growth

Circana; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 480,000 - 840,000; Full time

Job summary

Circana in Johannesburg, GT, South Africa, is seeking an Account Executive, Retail to drive client growth and adoption of Circana data and software. You will translate complex data into actionable insights, manage relationships with retail stakeholders, and collaborate with internal teams to deliver integrated solutions.

Key requirements include a Bachelor’s degree plus 3+ years in FMCG/retail analytics, strong Excel and storytelling skills, and the ability to influence stakeholders across

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years in FMCG, retail, market research, or data analytics.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Ability to translate complex data into clear insights.
• Collaborative with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Drive client growth by expanding relationships and aligning Circana data and software with client goals.
• Deliver insight-led recommendations and measurable outcomes.
• Collaborate with internal teams to deliver integrated solutions.
• Build strategic relationships with key stakeholders across client organizations.
• Meet or exceed revenue targets through disciplined pipeline management.
• Ensure client success and ongoing adoption of Circana solutions.

Skills

FMCG/retail analytics experience

Advanced data storytelling

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Unify+

Liquid Data

Intelligence Suite

Job description

Circana in Johannesburg, GT, South Africa, is seeking an Account Executive, Retail to drive client growth and adoption of Circana data and software. You will translate complex data into actionable insights, manage relationships with retail stakeholders, and collaborate with internal teams to deliver integrated solutions.

Key requirements include a Bachelor’s degree plus 3+ years in FMCG/retail analytics, strong Excel and storytelling skills, and the ability to influence stakeholders across