Full-Time
Vice President
Commercial, Gracenote Automotive
Posted on 10/18/2024
Nielsen
10,001+ employees
Global measurement and data analytics provider
Compensation Overview
$100k - $300kAnnually
Senior, Expert
Remote in USA
- Experience building a commercial vision & plan, and managing a sales team in a fast-paced & ever-changing environment
- 8+ years in commercial management with extensive experience in the respective market segment being applied for, as well as operational experience with Salesforce
- Ability to bring simplicity and structure to ambiguous problems with multiple external and internal stakeholders
- Experience with contemporary Auto Platforms, such as Android, & Tier 1 Integrators (Panasonic, Harmon, Denso, etc.)
- Strong Personal Network amongst Global OEMs, specifically Hyundai, Toyota, Ford, GM, Tesla, etc.
- Build the commercial vision broadly (3-5 years out) based on industry knowledge, client needs and internal feedback
- Define and execute the commercial strategy and roadmap in the near and long-term, in the US and Globally
- Manage the Automotive Sales Team
- Lead key commercial initiatives to drive focused growth across specific products or go to market
- Implement improvements within the commercial group to ensure Gracenote is constantly growing & improving
- Collaborate with customer success & product to ensure Gracenote client expectations are constantly being exceeded
- Act as a conduit between the Product and Commercial organizations to support Commercial needs and translating feedback into the product strategy and roadmap
- Strong collaboration with Marketing & Finance to ensure both financial & market KPIs are met quarterly
- Review the competitive landscape and user feedback to improve product features and discover product/feature opportunities
Nielsen provides measurement and data analytics services to help businesses understand consumers and markets. The company operates through two main divisions: Nielsen Global Media, which offers reliable metrics for the media and advertising industries, and Nielsen Global Connect, which supplies consumer packaged goods manufacturers and retailers with actionable insights about the marketplace. Nielsen combines its proprietary data with other sources to give clients a comprehensive view of current trends and future opportunities. With a presence in over 100 countries, Nielsen aims to support companies in making informed decisions to drive innovation and growth.
Company Stage
Series B
Total Funding
$45.1M
Headquarters
Town of Clarkstown, New York
Founded
N/A
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- The acquisition by Evergreen and Brookfield-led consortium for $16 billion indicates strong investor confidence and potential for strategic growth.
- Partnerships with major companies like P&G and TikTok enhance Nielsen's credibility and expand its influence in diverse markets.
- The launch of initiatives like the Diverse Media Equity program and Nielsen Impact Score demonstrates the company's commitment to innovation and social responsibility.
What critics are saying
- The integration of acquisitions like Telephia could pose challenges in aligning different corporate cultures and technologies.
- Dependence on large clients and partnerships may expose Nielsen to risks if these relationships deteriorate.
What makes Nielsen unique
- Nielsen's dual focus on media and consumer packaged goods markets allows it to provide comprehensive insights across multiple industries, unlike competitors who may specialize in only one area.
- The company's proprietary data integration with other data sources offers a more holistic view of consumer behavior and market trends, setting it apart from firms with less robust data capabilities.
- Nielsen's global reach, covering over 90% of the world's population, provides unparalleled market insights that are difficult for regional competitors to match.
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