Director, Client Sales & Insights

Job overview

The Director, Client Sales & Insights role is hybrid, with on-site requirements 2–4 days per week. The client is located in Evanston, IL, and the position may be based in the Greater Chicago Area, including Chicago, IL. Compensation is $102,000–$130,000 per year, with bonus eligibility. Circana provides technology, artificial intelligence, and data solutions to consumer packaged goods companies, manufacturers, and retailers. The director serves as a strategic partner to senior client stakeholders, translating complex business questions and data into actionable recommendations. The role combines analytics and consultative sales to strengthen client relationships, expand solution use, and support measurable client growth.

What you'll do

• Identify opportunities to expand client relationships by aligning Circana data and software with client goals
• translate complex data into actionable insights
• lead sales cycles from prospecting and needs assessment through solution development, negotiation, and closing
• collaborate with Client Insights, Product, and Analytics teams
• maintain retail, consumer packaged goods, or general merchandise industry expertise
• build stakeholder relationships
• use Circana platforms
• manage pipeline and account plans to meet revenue targets
• address client challenges and identify growth opportunities
• provide market feedback to internal teams
• conceive, manage, and deliver fact-based analyses.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

director, client sales & insights

hybrid

evanston il

chicago il

circana

client insights

consumer analytics

syndicated data

strategic sales

account growth

revenue targets

$102k–$130k per year

bonus eligible

powerpoint and excel

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Paid time off, medical, dental, and vision insurance, and 401(k) for eligible employees.

Why this role

Hybrid schedule with 2–4 on-site days weekly; requires 5–10+ years of relevant experience and proficiency in PowerPoint, Excel, and syndicated data or analytics platforms.

About the employer

Circana, LLC. is hiring for this role. Industry: Marketing Research and Public Opinion Polling. Sector: 54.