Client Business Partner Location Markham, CA Company Nielsen The Retail Services department is responsible for building and maintaining strong relationships with our Retailer clients. We do this by fully understanding our clients business needs and providing them with the products, services and analytical insights that will help achieve their business goals. As a Client Business Partner, you will be responsible for the overall management of accounts. This includes, establishing long-term business plans, developing and maintaining high level executive client relationships, conducting contract negotiations for product and service plans and developing revenue, budget and forecast plans for the account. You will also be responsible for developing a strong understanding of your clients strategies and business priorities and for coaching and mentoring team members in developing strategic recommendations. The ideal candidate will have Post-secondary degree in Marketing/Business and/or related field 8 years of marketing, sales, retail or category management experience An understanding of operational processes and BI solutions Technically savvy Exceptional client relationship building, business development and consulting skills Proven leadership skills Very strong analytical skills preferably in the CPG or Retail industry Excellent written, verbal communication and presentation skills Knowledge of Nielsen products and services an asset The aptitude to look for ways to challenge the status quo Ability to multi-task and capable of independent decision making with a bold, nimble and collaborative approach to problem solving Technically fluid with strong data manipulation and Excel skills Accountable, results driven and open to new ideas and ongoing learning NOTE This role is on-site at the Walmart office in Mississauga on a 5 day/week basis