Retail Vertical Executive

Job Description

We are looking for a Retail Vertical Executive to join our team in Bulgaria, with primary focus on supporting one of our clients, one of the biggest brand in the Retail sector, while also contributing to the wider retail client portfolio.

This is a junior to mid-level role, ideal for someone with strong analytical and communication skills who is eager to grow within client service and retail consulting. The role focuses on client support, insight delivery, and execution excellence, with limited direct sales responsibility.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Client Support & Relationship Management

• Support the day-to-day management of the account ensuring high service quality and responsiveness
• Build strong working relationships with client stakeholders
• Contribute to client satisfaction and retention
• Support senior team members in client engagements and strategic discussions

Analytics & Insights Delivery

• Extract, analyze, and interpret data to generate actionable insights
• Prepare reports, presentations, and deliverables for clients
• Translate data into clear, structured storytelling
• Support the design of analyses to address client business questions

Execution & Project Coordination

• Ensure timely and high-quality delivery of recurring and ad-hoc projects
• Coordinate with internal teams (operations, data science, offshore teams)
• Track deliverables and follow up on open client requests
• Support internal processes to ensure smooth project execution

Consultative Support

• Assist in identifying insights on market trends and performance drivers
• Support recommendations on category, pricing, and promotional strategies
• Contribute to client presentations and meetings

Client Enablement

• Support training of clients on tools and data usage
• Help clients better understand insights and how to use them in decision-making

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1–3 years of experience in FMCG, retail, market research, or analytics roles
• Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail
• Good communication and presentation skills
• Eagerness to learn and grow in a client-facing environment
• Strong organizational and coordination skills
• Ability to work collaboratively and manage multiple priorities
• Good knowledge of Excel & PowerPoint
• Familiarity with data analysis and reporting tools
• Comfortable working in a data-driven environment
• Fluent in Bulgarian and English

Additional Information

Our Benefits

• Flexible working environment
• Volunteer time off
• LinkedIn Learning
• Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)

NIQ may utilize artificial intelligence (AI) tools at various stages of the recruitment process, including résumé screening, candidate assessments, interview scheduling, job matching, communication support, and certain administrative tasks that help streamline workflows. These tools are intended to improve efficiency and support fair and consistent evaluation based on job-related criteria. All use of AI is governed by NIQ’s principles of fairness, transparency, human oversight, and inclusion. Final hiring decisions are made exclusively by humans. NIQ regularly reviews its AI tools to help mitigate bias and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. If you have questions, require accommodations, or wish to request human review were permitted by law, please contact your local HR representative. For more information, please visit NIQ’s AI Safety Policies and Guiding Principles: https://www.nielseniq.com/global/en/ai-safety-policies.

About NIQ

NIQ is the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights—delivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platforms—NIQ delivers the Full View™. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world’s population.

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