Global Business Development Manager Retail (m/w/d)

The Global Business Development Manager will lead client engagement and growth within YouGov Shopper’s retail consulting and POS data solutions business in Germany. Reporting to our Global Director Retail also based in Germany, the Global Business Development Manager will focuses on expanding our client portfolio by delivering actionable insights through point-of-sale data and strategic retail analysis.You WillDrive business growth by identifying and developing new opportunities with both existing and prospective clients in the retail and FMCG sectors.Deliver compelling presentations and innovation workshops that showcase the value of POS data and retail consulting solutions.Prepare tailored proposals and pricing based on client needs and YouGov’s rate cards.Consult with clients to design the most effective analytical approaches to address their commercial challenges using POS and shopper data.Conduct benefit-risk assessments and demonstrate ROI through data-driven insights and household panel analytics.Collaborate with internal teams to ensure timely and high-quality delivery of consulting projects.You HaveProven experience minimum 5 years in a research or retail consulting agency, with a strong understanding of POS data and shopper insights.Entrepreneurial mindset with a proactive approach to client development and solution selling.Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to build trust and influence decision-makers.Highly organized and capable of managing multiple projects and timelines independently.Fluent in English (German is a plus)Why join YouGov?Join our global team to help us achieve our social mission: to make millions of people’s opinions heard for the benefit of our local, national, and international communities.Understanding diversity of opinion requires diversity of background. Although our global panel of millions of people worldwide powers our research, our biggest asset is our people. If our research is to be truly representative of what the world thinks, we need people from all walks of life to be part of the team to bring their perspective to the work we do.Life at YouGovWe are driven by a set of shared values. We are fast, fearless, and innovative. We work diligently to get it right. We are guided by accuracy, ethics, and proven methodologies. We respect and trust each other, bringing these values into everything that we do.We strive to provide YouGovers with best-in-class benefits to support their physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. We want our employees to have a sense of belonging and uniqueness in a supportive workplace, so they can bring their full selves to work.Equal Opportunity EmployerAs an Equal Opportunity Employer, qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, HIV status, political affiliation, socioeconomic background, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law or in line with our responsibilities as a fair and ethic employer. All employment decisions are made based on occupational qualifications, merit, and business need.Data PrivacyTo find out how we collect and use your personal data when you apply for a role at YouGov, please read our privacy notice at https://jobs.yougov.com/privacy