Sales Associate - Trade & Supply Chain Sales at S&P Global

New York, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Jan, 26

Salary

78750.0

Posted On

06 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Sales, Data Sales, Solution Selling, CRM, Interpersonal Communication, Presentation Skills, Business Development, Client Relationship Management, Market Analysis, Proposal Preparation, Contract Management, Negotiation, Team Collaboration, Customer Needs Assessment, Revenue Generation, Stakeholder Management

Industry

Financial Services

Description

About the Role: Grade Level (for internal use): 09 The Team: As a valuable member of the sales team, the Sales Associate's primary responsibility is to generate sales revenues within the Trade & Supply Chain business line. This role involves proactively identifying, qualifying, and closing new business opportunities. The Sales Associate will leverage their experience to effectively build user stories that meet client needs, shorten sales cycles, solve business challenges, and communicate the benefits of the S&P suite of solutions to various personas. A solid understanding of the Corporate sector is essential. Responsibilities and Impact: Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where the work changes daily? You will support the sales team by promoting and consultatively selling a portfolio of products to current and target customers within North America across assigned sectors. You will identify key decision makers and influencers within target prospects and execute sales strategies collaboratively with consultants, client services, product management, operations, technology, and legal to optimize product and service delivery. Sell across the Trade & Supply Chain portfolio of data assets to achieve and exceed new business targets. Understand the unique value proposition of TSC data assets and effectively communicate the ROI to prospects. Focus on solution selling by identifying customer pain points that we can address. Collaborate with Solution Engineering and Marketing teams to identify new business and white space opportunities. Prepare and confidently deliver presentations to senior audiences, including VP and C-level decision makers. Prioritize new business acquisition by qualifying or disqualifying opportunities. Identify revenue drivers and metrics to enhance account volume, profit, and penetration. Understand the solution sales cycle and challenges, including competitor tactics, to refine sales strategies. Prepare proposals, contracts, and documentation as needed, including trial agreements and NDAs. Maintain effective interpersonal relationships with customers, addressing billing and contractual questions as necessary. Travel regularly within the defined territory to exceed sales objectives. Maintain CRM discipline by regularly updating all deals to ensure accurate forecasting and visibility across the business line. Provide ongoing feedback from clients to Sales and Product Management through internal communication and reporting. Compensation/Benefits Information: (This section is only applicable to US candidates) S&P Global states that the anticipated base salary range for this position is $59,212 to $78,750. Final base salary for this role will be based on the individual’s geographic location, as well as experience level, skill set, training, licenses and certifications. In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible for an annual incentive plan. This role is eligible to receive additional S&P Global benefits. For more information on the benefits we provide to our employees, please click here. What We’re Looking For: We value partnership, and it is crucial that you are a great teammate to succeed within our organization. We reward hard work, dedication, and self-starters. We believe that no one part is more valuable than the sum of the whole; we need everyone to achieve our goals. Bachelor’s degree desirable or equivalent combination of education and experience required. At least 3 years of sales experience, preferably in data sales within the identified sector. Demonstrated success in closing sales and managing relationships with multiple stakeholders. Knowledge of CRM databases (such as Salesforce.com) is advantageous. Strong interpersonal communication skills and confidence in delivering product demonstrations. Right to Work Requirements: This role is limited to persons with indefinite right to work in the United States. About S&P Global Market Intelligence At S&P Global Market Intelligence, a division of S&P Global we understand the importance of accurate, deep and insightful information. Our team of experts delivers unrivaled insights and leading data and technology solutions, partnering with customers to expand their perspective, operate with confidence, and make decisions with conviction. For more information, visit www.spglobal.com/marketintelligence. What’s In It For You? Our Purpose: Progress is not a self-starter. It requires a catalyst to be set in motion. Information, imagination, people, technology–the right combination can unlock possibility and change the world. Our world is in transition and getting more complex by the day. We push past expected observations and seek out new levels of understanding so that we can help companies, governments and individuals make an impact on tomorrow. At S&P Global we transform data into Essential Intelligence®, pinpointing risks and opening possibilities. We Accelerate Progress. Our People: We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all. From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. We’re constantly seeking new solutions that have progress in mind. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference. Our Values: Integrity, Discovery, Partnership At S&P Global, we focus on Powering Global Markets. Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals. Benefits: We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global. Our benefits include: Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body. Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on. Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills. Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs. Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families. Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference. For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries Global Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global: At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering a connected and engaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and merit, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets. Recruitment Fraud Alert: If you receive an email from a spglobalind.com domain or any other regionally based domains, it is a scam and should be reported to reportfraud@spglobal.com. S&P Global never requires any candidate to pay money for job applications, interviews, offer letters, “pre-employment training” or for equipment/delivery of equipment. Stay informed and protect yourself from recruitment fraud by reviewing our guidelines, fraudulent domains, and how to report suspicious activity here. ----------------------------------------------------------- Equal Opportunity Employer S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment. If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to: EEO.Compliance@spglobal.com and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person. 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Responsibilities

The Sales Associate is responsible for generating sales revenues within the Trade & Supply Chain business line by identifying, qualifying, and closing new business opportunities. They will collaborate with various teams to optimize product and service delivery while maintaining effective relationships with customers.