Senior Consultant, CMI (Non- FMCG) at NielsenIQ

Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 Mar, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Program Activation, Execution, Adoption, Strategy Translation, Stakeholder Coordination, Performance Tracking, Proposal Development, Value Proposition, Storytelling, Product Knowledge, Enablement, Rhythm of Business, KPI Tracking, Data-Driven, Executive Communication, Client Management

Industry

Software Development

Description

Job Description The Sales Program Activation Lead for APAC partners closely with the TTAF APAC Sales Leader to drive activation, execution, and adoption of the TTAF sales program across the region. This role acts as the operational and execution engine behind the sales strategy—translating priorities into action, ensuring cross‑market alignment, and driving measurable impact. The role focuses on program activation, rhythm of business, performance tracking, stakeholder coordination, and continuous improvement, enabling market sales leaders to focus on strategic growth and customer outcomes. Key Responsibilities Sales Program Activation & Execution Partner with the TTAF APAC Sales Leader to activate and operationalize regional sales programs, plays, and priorities Translate sales strategy into clear execution plans, milestones, and success metrics across markets Drive adoption of campaigns, and initiatives across in-market sales teams High‑Value Opportunities & Proposals Partner with sales leaders and account teams to support development and orchestration of high‑value, high‑impact proposals, ensuring alignment to TTAF priorities and customer outcomes Drive proposal quality by helping teams articulate clear value propositions, differentiated solution narratives, and executive‑level storytelling Capture and scale best practices from successful deals to improve future proposal effectiveness across APAC Product Knowledge & Best Practices Act as a regional catalyst for product and solution knowledge best practices, working closely with product, enablement, and sales teams Ensure sales programs and plays reflect current product capabilities, value messaging, and competitive positioning Promote consistency in how products and solutions are positioned across markets, while enabling local relevance Identify product knowledge gaps impacting sales execution and support targeted enablement actions Rhythm of Business & Planning Coordinate planning inputs, consolidate insights, and track follow‑through on action items Ensure consistent execution discipline across markets while allowing for local flexibility Performance Management & Insights Track program KPIs, pipeline health, activation metrics, and execution progress Identify trends, risks, and gaps, surface actionable insights and recommendations to sales leadership Enablement & Continuous Improvement Support rollout of sales tools, enablement assets, and readiness activities aligned to TTAF priorities Capture best practices, scale what works, and drive continuous improvement across markets Support onboarding and readiness for new sales initiatives Success Measures Drive revenue for the TTAF set of clients via close cooperation with the market teams High adoption and consistent execution of TTAF sales programs across APAC Improved sales execution rigor, clarity, and velocity Clear visibility into performance, risks, and opportunities for leadership Positive feedback from market and cross‑functional stakeholders Qualifications 8–12+ years’ experience in market research sales development, client management Proven experience driving business across multi‑market or regional environments (APAC preferred) Exceptional stakeholder management and executive communication skills Highly structured, data‑driven, and outcome‑focused Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting senior sales leaders or acting as a sales chief‑of‑staff Background in complex matrix organizations Familiarity with sales frameworks, pipeline management, and go‑to‑market models Comfortable operating in ambiguity and driving clarity Additional Information Our Benefits 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. 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. 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Responsibilities

This role drives the activation, execution, and adoption of the regional sales program by translating strategy into actionable plans, ensuring cross-market alignment, and tracking measurable impact across APAC partners. Key duties involve managing sales program execution, supporting high-value proposals, acting as a catalyst for product knowledge, coordinating the rhythm of business, and tracking performance insights.