Sr Solutions Consultant (Pre-Sales)

Candidates must possess a proven track record of independent work product and the ability to operate effectively with minimal supervision.

Key Qualifications & Experience

Experience: 5-10 years of experience, with a proven ability to deliver significant contributions and manage projects independently.

Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent; advanced degrees or certifications are preferred.

Domain Expertise: A minimum of 4+ years of work experience, ideally within media & advertising, consulting, market research, or a related field. Media planning, buying, and/or agency experience is a plus.

Industry Knowledge: Deep knowledge of the media industry, including traditional and new media, the role of media in client business, media effectiveness measurement techniques, and media planning.

Enabling your best to power a better media future. Our comprehensive benefits package (including health & wellness plans, 401(k) retirement coupled with a Nielsen match, a generous paid time off policy, company provided car for those who qualify, and if eligible, a discretionary incentive/bonus) is designed to be inclusive for all employees and families, and we take pride in ensuring that employees are rewarded holistically for the role they are doing and their performance.

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The Senior Solutions Consultant for Product Sales will be focused on supporting the Planning and Audience business, specifically for agencies and advertisers. This pre-sales role is crucial for commercial success, driving new business acquisition, and increasing the adoption of Nielsen's advanced solutions. Key responsibilities include engaging directly with clients to understand their needs, working internally to define and propose the optimal planning solutions to meet client business objectives, leveraging a deep understanding of industry trends and planning capabilities to design, pitch, and deliver comprehensive solutions, collaborating with internal sales partners on client proposals, and developing and presenting compelling pitches that clearly articulate Nielsen's value proposition to win new business.

Proven success in driving commercial results with major, sophisticated media and advertising clients. Deep understanding of Nielsen Planning and Audience solutions, as well as the broader media and advertising landscape, including expertise in cross-channel media planning and measurement. Highly analytical with strong aptitude for consultative sales, excellent client service, effective internal collaboration, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

This role is critical for leading the Planning and Audience solutions for the Agency and Advertiser  vertical..

Commercial & Strategic Success: Responsible for the overall commercial and strategic success of Nielsen's Planning business among media research, ad sales, and marketing clients.

Consultative Sales Cycle: Manage the full consultative sales cycle, including prospecting, pitching, and negotiating deals to successful completion, committed to exceeding assigned sales targets.

Advanced Problem Solving: Works independently, taking a new perspective on solving complex problems and challenges within the vertical.

At Nielsen, we are passionate about our work to power a better media future for all people by providing powerful insights that drive client decisions and deliver extraordinary results. Our talented, global workforce is dedicated to capturing audience engagement with content - wherever and whenever it’s consumed. Together, we are proudly rooted in our deep legacy as we stand at the forefront of the media revolution. When you join Nielsen, you will join a dynamic team committed to excellence, perseverance, and the ambition to make an impact together. We champion you, because when you succeed, we do too. We enable your best to power our future.