Account Executive, Client Development
Let’s be unstoppable together!
Circana is a leading provider of technology, AI, and data solutions for consumer packaged goods companies, general merchandise 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, client-centricity, and executional excellence. These skills represent the core capabilities required to drive value for our clients and sustainable growth for our business.
- Effectively Presents Solutions: Delivers tailored, compelling solutions that align with client needs and drive action.
- Knows the Buying Influences: Identifies key decision-makers and understands their motivations and influence.
- Manages Buyer Indifference: Recognizes and explores client hesitation to uncover new needs or opportunities.
- Understands Client Needs: Operates as a recognized expert to articulate client needs in the client's business language and business context.
- Being Resilient: Bounces back from setbacks with composure and positivity; helps others stay productive during tough times.
- Manages Ambiguity: Stays focused and calm in uncertain situations; guides others through change.
What will you be doing?
This role is ideal for a graduate or early career professional who is eager to build a strong foundation in consulting and client management.
You will work closely with experienced team members, gaining hands on exposure to data delivery, analysis and client interaction while learning how to manage relationships, expectations and commercial conversations. The role offers a supportive environment to develop technical skills, confidence in client communication and a deep understanding of how data and insights support client decision making, making it a great launchpad for a long-term career.
If you're passionate about data, thrive in a collaborative environment, and want to be part of a company that values your growth—we’d love to hear from you!
Apply now and let’s build something great together.
Job Responsibilities
- Provide support to the team in managing the day-to-day client relationship in all General Merchandise business in Korea (Consumer Electronics/Home Appliances/Office Supplies/Automotive/Sports) , including but not limited to developing detailed client plans for assigned accounts; understanding the client’s organization, internal objectives and business issues; and recognizing data inconsistencies and analytic possibilities for the industry; and preparing and presenting sales, training, and data presentations to clients.
- Build trusted relationships by participating in client interactions, listening to client needs and developing confidence in professional communication.
- Exploring new opportunities from prospects in Korea, develop commercial and account awareness by gaining exposure to contracts, deliverables, quoting and billing processes alongside senior team members.
- Uncovering new product development opportunities by identifying and addressing client needs and maintaining role as internal liaison with related global teams.
- Ensuring overall client satisfaction with service, data application and deliverables by managing client relationships to build a reputation for excellent service and generate repeat business.
- Partner with account leads and cross-functional departments to drive initiatives which support the sale and delivery of Circana’s solutions.
- Help clients use Circana software by supporting setups, database access, data retrievals and basic troubleshooting
- Proactively search for meaningful trends within Circana’s proprietary data and share findings with both internal and external audiences.
- Problem-solve and maintain relationships with adaptability, urgency, and positivity.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or above, in Business, Marketing, Analytics, Statistics or similar preferred.
- 1-3 years experience in a client facing role with a general merchandise industry, market research firm, or equivalent is preferred.
- Strong communication and presentation skills, with confidence engaging different audiences.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain effective, professional relationships.
- Commercial awareness with the ability to identify growth opportunities.
- Ability to work under pressure and prioritize tasks to meet tight and competing deadlines
- Excellent attention to detail, time management, and organizational abilities
- Advanced skills in all MS Office products (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
- Excellent English both in writing and oral communications.
- Passion for software and data technologies, with a technical mindset and eagerness to learn and adapt to new tools and innovations in the field
- Driven, curious and ambitious mindset with a desire to grow
Circana Behaviors
As well as the technical skills, experience and attributes that are required for the role, our shared behaviors sit at the core of our organization. Therefore, we always look for people who can continuously champion these behaviors throughout the business within their day-to-day role:
- Stay Curious: Being hungry to learn and grow, always asking the big questions.
- Seek Clarity: Embracing complexity to create clarity and inspire action.
- Own the Outcome: Being accountable for decisions and taking ownership of our choices.
- Center on the Client: Relentlessly adding value for our customers.
- Be a Challenger: Never complacent, always striving for continuous improvement.
- Champion Inclusivity: Fostering trust in relationships engaging with empathy, respect, and integrity.
- Commit to each other: Contributing to making Circana a great place to work for everyone.
Location
This position can be located in the following area(s): Circana Korea Office in Gangnam, Seoul
Prospective candidates may be asked to consent to background checks (in accordance with local legislation and our candidate privacy notice ) Your current employer will not be contacted without your permission.
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