Senior Manager, Retail Client Sales & Insights

Circana•,

7d•$75,000 - $92,000•Remote

About The Position

Circana is a leading provider of technology, AI, and data solutions for consumer packaged goods companies, manufacturers, and retailers. Our predictive analytics and Liquid Data® platform help clients measure market share, uncover consumer behavior, and drive growth—powered by six decades of expertise and an expansive, high-quality data set. At Circana, we are fueled by our passion for continuous learning and growth, we seek and share feedback freely, and we celebrate victories both big and small in an environment that is flexible and accommodating to our work and personal lives. We’re a global company dedicated to fostering inclusivity and belonging. We value and celebrate the unique experiences, cultures, and viewpoints that each individual brings. By embracing a wide range of backgrounds, skills, expertise, and beyond, we create a stronger, more innovative environment for our employees, clients, and communities. With us, you can always bring your full self to work. Join our inclusive, committed team to be a challenger, own outcomes, and stay curious together. Circana is proud to be Certified™ by Great Place To Work®. This prestigious award is based entirely on what current employees say about their experience working at Circana. Learn more at www.circana.com. Our Critical Sales Skills At the heart of our commercial success is a team of professionals who combine strategic insight, customer-centricity, and executional excellence. These skills represent the core capabilities required to drive value for our clients and sustainable growth for our business. Manages Ambiguity: Stays focused and calm in uncertain situations; guides others through change. Understands Customer Needs: Operates as a recognized expert to articulate customer needs in the customer's business language and business context. Being Resilient: Bounces back from setbacks with composure and positivity; helps others stay productive during tough times. Effectively Presents Solutions: Delivers tailored, compelling solutions that align with customer needs and drive action. Knows the Buying Influences: Identifies key decision-makers and understands their motivations and influence. Manages Buyer Indifference: Recognizes and explores customer hesitation to uncover new needs or opportunities. What will you be doing? This remote role will consult with the client's enterprise strategy and intelligence teams on competitive marketplace, customer dynamics, and macro trends. The position provides the opportunity to join a high performing team using data, analytics, and insights to shape growth strategies and solve key business challenges. We’re looking for candidates with experience in market research, competitive intelligence, consumer packaged goods (CPG), General Merchandise (GM) or retail, and a strong interest in analyzing data to uncover actionable insights. Success in this role requires strong analytical skills, intellectual curiosity, clear storytelling, and the ability to communicate insights effectively to drive impact and identify commercial revenue opportunities for Circana. Some travel required.

Requirements

5-6 years of experience with syndicated data, analytics, eCommerce, category management, or related fields is required.
Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex concepts in a clear and concise manner.
Client-Focused: Proven track record of interacting with clients, understanding their needs, and delivering solutions that meet or exceed their expectations.
Strong Problem-Solving Skillset: Proven ability to leverage data in innovative ways to best solve client problems, including cause/effect analysis and a high degree of innate curiosity required.
Ability to Manage Key Stakeholder Groups: Ability to establish good relationships and credibility with different stakeholder groups (internal and client stakeholders) to be viewed as a highly credible and trusted advisor.
Expert PowerPoint and Excel skills.
Circana data assets: Marketing and/or sales analytics experience with a CPG company, Retailer, or other CPG industry companies using syndicated data. Familiarity with Circana data assets and the creation of reporting content in Unify is preferred.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with Circana data assets and the creation of reporting content in Unify is preferred.

Responsibilities

Grow Industry Expertise: It is extremely important to stay current on trends in retail and on Circana’s data capabilities to position Circana as a thought leader and trusted advisor.
Build Strategic Relationships: Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across client organizations, including decision-makers and influencers.
Advanced Analytic Skills: Demonstrated ability to conceive, manage, and deliver fact-based analyses to provide clients with clear, actionable insights to inform strategy.
Champion Client Success: Ensure client satisfaction by proactively addressing challenges, identifying growth opportunities, and delivering consistent value.
Drive Client Growth: Identify and pursue opportunities to expand client relationships by aligning Circana’s data and solutions with their strategic goals.
Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Partner with internal teams (e.g., Client Insights, Thought Leadership, Product, and Analytics) to deliver integrated solutions and ensure client success.
Utilize Sales Tools and Platforms: Leverage Circana’s proprietary platforms (e.g., Unify+, Liquid Data, Intelligence Suite) to support client engagements and solution delivery.
Achieve Revenue Targets: Meet or exceed individual and team sales goals through disciplined pipeline management and strategic account planning.