Senior Commercial Manager (12 months contract)

ABOUT THE ROLE

Have you always wanted to be an integral part of a global company? Have you been searching for a career, not just a job? Do you have a sound understanding of media in New Zealand?

Nielsen is looking for an experienced media person to become a key part of our broadcaster team.

We function in a dynamic environment where the saying ‘no two days are the same’ rings true. Some days may see you working on supporting a broadcaster with their response to an agency brief, whilst others you will be analysing viewing data to understand how our broadcast clients may better commercialise their market offering.

We operate on a global scale at a local level, and many of our employees take the opportunity to leverage global connections to further their careers on the other side of the world. Nothing is out of the realm of possibility once you have established yourself within this reputable company.

Work in a dynamic, fun and diverse team with focus on ensuring work/life balance, and immersed in the heart of the media industry.

We are able to accommodate flexible working arrangements.

ABOUT THE TEAM

The Global Nielsen Media Client Service & Sales team wants to empower you to help our clients go from insights to action faster. We want to help you perfect the art of data-driven customer service that drives clients’ investment in Nielsen. You can now work on activities that are driving client impact.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify new business opportunities and potential partnerships in the broadcasting sector
• Serve as the key day to day point of contact for major broadcasting accounts
• Proactively engage with key broadcasting stakeholders on commercial initiatives
• Support commercial leads in achieving revenue targets for the commercial broadcasters and related broadcast entities
• Provide insights and recommendations to senior leadership based on market analyses
• Assist Nielsen Operations with analyses of data to support the role out of key strategic projects
• Work closely with cross-functional teams like Operations, Data Science, Finance and Legal, to align on business opportunities and needs, as the voice of the broadcasters
• Stay updated on technological advancements in broadcasting and explore their potential applications
• A working understanding of all Nielsen Media products and solutions, particularly TV measurement and Consumer & Media Index

Requirements & Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in commercial broadcasting, media sales, or related areas
• Proven track record of managing high-value client relationships
• Strong understanding of the NZ broadcasting industry and current market trends
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills
• Analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and make strategic decisions
• Proficiency in relevant software and tools (e.g., CRM systems, data analytics platforms)
• Experience with analyses in Television Audience Measurement data
• Builds strong, trust-based client relationships
• Ability to prioritise against multiple client demands
• Seeks opportunities and supports company initiatives to grow revenue
• Strong skills across MS Office and Google suite
• Strong attention to detail

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.

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