Director, Sales - New Client Acquisition (Bev/Al Vertical)

Location: Chicago, Illinois, USA; hybrid attendance at NIQ HQ twice per week. Must be in the US at the time of application.

Salary: USD 117,500–130,000 per year, plus eligibility for a sales-based or performance-based bonus.

Company

hirify.global delivers consumer intelligence, market research, advanced analytics, and retail insights to manufacturers, retailers, and brands across more than 100 markets.

What you will do

• Prospect the marketplace, generate leads, expand the client base, and drive repeat purchases.
• Lead discovery conversations and align data, analytics, and insights solutions with client objectives.
• Manage the full sales cycle, including qualification, solution demonstrations, proposals, negotiations, and closing.
• Execute sales initiatives through trade shows, cold calling, marketing campaigns, and client presentations.
• Own revenue targets, pipeline visibility, and forecasting across the assigned client base.
• Maintain client relationships, resolve questions about data quality and service delivery, and collaborate with internal teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 7–10+ years of quota-carrying sales experience in market research, consumer insights, analytics, data, or SaaS organizations.
• Proven record of meeting or exceeding revenue targets and strong strategic sales and business development skills.
• Experience with consultative selling of data-driven solutions and client presentations.
• Understanding of the FMCG/CPG ecosystem and experience with manufacturers, brands, or retailers.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Microsoft Dynamics 365 or a similar CRM, with strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid working environment based in Chicago.
• Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts, Health Savings Account with company contributions, life insurance, and disability insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company matching contributions.
• Discretionary paid time off, 11 paid holidays, volunteer time off, tuition reimbursement, and LinkedIn Learning.
• Employee Assistance Program and parental leave benefits.