Account Executive (Market Research)

TL;DR

Account Executive (Market Research): Managing and growing existing client partnerships for the MRI-Simmons consumer insights platform with an accent on consultative selling and revenue expansion. Focus on delivering actionable consumer insights, executing quarterly business reviews, and driving incremental revenue through upselling.

Location: Chicago, IL, United States

Salary: $62,500 - $100,000

Company

The world's leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior across 100+ markets.

What you will do

• Build and maintain trusting, collaborative relationships with assigned agency clients.
• Drive revenue growth through upselling and cross-selling MRI-Simmons solutions.
• Lead and coordinate account reviews, including Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs).
• Deliver client training on software, data, and activation products.
• Create research-based presentations and proposals to position the company as a strategic partner.
• Collaborate with Sales Leadership and internal teams to identify revenue-generating opportunities.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of sales or account management experience in market research, advanced advertising, or media.
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Media, or a related field.
• Proven ability to apply consultative selling techniques and synthesize data into compelling stories.
• Strong proficiency in PowerPoint and Excel.
• Solid business acumen, problem-solving ability, and an analytical mindset.
• Must be based in the United States.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare plan including medical, Rx, dental, and vision.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions.
• Flexible spending accounts and a Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Discretionary paid time off program and 11 paid holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement, LinkedIn Learning, and volunteer time off.
• Flexible working environment and Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP).