Client Manager - Retail

Company: NielsenIQ
Location: Bentonville
Posted on: February 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Company Description R25_0020442 At NIQ, we deliver the most complete and clear understanding of consumer buying behavior that reveals new pathways to growth. We are looking to add a Client Manager to our team. This is a hybrid role and requires being onsite weekly in Bentonville, AR Job Description As a Client Manager, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring client satisfaction and engagement by providing insightful analysis, actionable recommendations, and proactive thought leadership. You will deliver timely outcomes and customer value through data and analytics, enhancing the overall customer experience and NielsenIQ's performance. Each day presents new challenges in the dynamic and fast-paced retail environment, offering you the opportunity to grow and make a significant impact. Key Responsibilities: Client Issue Resolution: Identify, diagnose, and decompose client business issues. Stakeholder Leadership: Lead client stakeholders by fostering strong relationships and understanding their strategic goals and processes. Insight Provision: Offer insights and recommendations showcasing thought leadership and analytical aptitude. Knowledge Development: Build expertise across NielsenIQ's tools, data assets, and industry verticals. Advanced Analysis: Utilize NielsenIQ solutions and market knowledge to conduct advanced issue-based analyses with clear, proactive insights and action-oriented recommendations. Collaborative Opportunities: Seek collaborative opportunities internally and externally to enhance projects by working across teams at NielsenIQ. Revenue Goals: Contribute towards achieving overall revenue goals and operating plans through lead generation. LI-Hybrid Qualifications 5 years in FMCG, CPG, and/or Retail industries. Strong analytical aptitude, experience with syndicated data and market research techniques. Ability to synthesize data and simplify findings into actional recommendations that solve client business issues. Skilled and polished communicator, adept at handling client issues and presentations. Experience in client service environments, with the ability to develop, maintain, and grow client relationships in complex situations. Proven ability to elevate client relationships and expand business engagement. Able to work collaboratively with internal and external teams. Sense of urgency and accountability to drive client outcomes. Experience identifying, building on, and passing along sales opportunities. Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Bachelor's Degree. Additional Information This role has a market-competitive salary with an anticipated base compensation of the following range: $76,500-$90,000. 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 a flexible working environment, comprehensive health insurance, industry-leading parental leave, life insurance, education support, and more. US Benefits Comprehensive healthcare plan (medical, Rx, dental, and vision). Flexible spending accounts and a Health Savings Account (including company contributions). Life and AD&D insurance. 401(k) retirement plan including company matching contributions. Disability insurance. Tuition Reimbursement. Discretionary paid time off program and 11 paid holidays. Flexible working environment Volunteer time off LinkedIn Learning Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP) 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. For more information, visit NIQ.com Want to keep up with our latest updates? Follow us on: LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter | Facebook 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 the https://nielseniq.com/global/en/news -center/diversity-inclusion

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