The application window is expected to close on: 03/26/2026Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received. Remote United States This role will lead the strategic development and execution of cross-functional go-to-market (GTM) operating models, ensuring seamless alignment across the Cisco Marketing organization. As a senior leader, this Director will serve as a critical connective force — building and nurturing executive-level partnerships, fostering a culture of collaboration and shared accountability, and driving business outcomes through effective stakeholder engagement, governance, and coordinated execution across operating models. This role requires a leader who can operate with influence and authority in a highly matrixed environment, balancing strategic vision with operational rigor. Your Impact Cross-Functional Team Alignment & Strategic Collaboration - Champion and lead cross-functional collaboration at scale to simplify marketing processes, eliminate silos, and create consistent, unified customer experiences across the organization. - Define and drive strategic alignment across operating models and workflows spanning Marketing, Sales, Portfolio Strategy, Product Marketing, CX, and other key functions — ensuring cohesive GTM strategies, flawless execution, and measurable business impact. - Architect and continuously optimize governance frameworks, communication rhythms, and feedback mechanisms that enable transparent, efficient collaboration and knowledge sharing across global teams. - Lead regular cross-functional executive-level meetings, workshops, and planning sessions to align priorities, resources, KPIs, and investment decisions — driving shared ownership of outcomes. - Identify and resolve cross-functional dependencies, risks, and misalignments proactively, acting as a trusted orchestrator across senior leadership. Stakeholder Nurture & Executive Relationship Management - Build and sustain deep, trust-based relationships with senior leaders, executives, and key stakeholders across the business — serving as a strategic advisor and partner in driving GTM excellence. - Serve as the central point of accountability for stakeholder engagement, providing clarity on roles, responsibilities, expectations, and decision rights across cross-functional initiatives. - Proactively engage and influence stakeholders to gather input, surface concerns, broker alignment, and ensure organizational priorities are consistently connected to business goals. - Develop and implement stakeholder communication strategies that ensure visibility, transparency, and sustained executive buy-in across all GTM alignment initiatives. - Navigate complex organizational dynamics with diplomacy and influence — driving alignment without direct authority across diverse, senior-level teams. Minimum Qualifications - 10+ years of progressive marketing experience in operations, strategy, program management, or consulting — with a strong preference for experience operating in global, matrixed enterprises. - Proven track record of leading cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management at the executive level, with demonstrated ability to drive alignment across multiple business units. - Exceptional organizational, time-management, and prioritization skills; adept at managing multiple competing deadlines and complex workstreams without compromising quality or strategic focus. - Strong executive presence with excellent written and verbal communications; demonstrated ability to influence without authority and drive alignment across senior and C-level leaders Preferred Qualifications - Experience developing and governing GTM operating models or cross-functional frameworks within large technology organizations. - Familiarity with Cisco's marketing ecosystem, portfolio strategy, and customer lifecycle engagement. - Experience with change management methodologies and driving organizational transformation. - MBA or advanced degree in Marketing, Business Strategy, or relate - Ability to support both Pacific and Central time zones. Why Cisco? At Cisco, we’re revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era – and beyond. We’ve been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint. Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you’ll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. We are Cisco, and our power starts with you. Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada: The starting salary range posted for this position is $230,000.00 to $289,800.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process. U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco’s plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time. U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco’s policies: - 10 paid holidays per full calendar year, plus 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees - 1 paid day off for employee’s birthday, paid year-end holiday shutdown, and 4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco - Non-exempt employees** receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees - Exempt employees participate in Cisco’s flexible vacation time off program, which has no defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use (subject to availability and some business limitations) - 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter, and up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next - Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members - Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco’s policies. Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows: - .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota; - 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%; - 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and - Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation. For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid. The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below: New York City Metro Area: $230,000.00 - $333,300.00 Non-Metro New York state & Washington state: $207,000.00 - $300,000.00 * For quota-based sales roles on Cisco’s sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined. ** Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements.

Location: This position is remote within the United States. Director, Media Job description. We are seeking a dynamic, strategic Director of Media to join the Marketing Services team. In this role, you will architect and oversee sophisticated, multi-channel media ecosystems that drive measurable impact for our clients. You will bridge the gap between high-level strategic vision and granular execution, leveraging a deep expertise of the digital and traditional landscape—from programmatic and paid social to OOH and content syndication. As a "player-coach," you will be responsible for navigating complex tech stacks like DV360 and Meta Ads Manager while providing the steady leadership necessary to guide high-performing teams through fast-paced environments. Whether you are identifying market whitespace using Nielsen data or negotiating high-stakes IOs, you bring a blend of analytical rigor and professional intuition. What you’ll be doing. - In this role, you will serve as a strategic media lead for key clients, overseeing media strategy from planning through execution. - You will partner closely with internal media teams to deliver campaigns, building strong relationships with discipline leads and managers to ensure alignment and performance. - As the primary day-to-day media contact for clients, you will provide strategic guidance and ensure consistent, high-quality delivery. - You will collaborate with client services to support business development and drive growth across the client portfolio, while helping shape the direction of marketing services. - You will work cross-functionally to ensure the right resources are in place and identify new opportunities within client engagements. - Design and execute integrated media plans that align with long-term client KPIs and whitespace opportunities. - Oversee end-to-end campaign operations, including vendor negotiations, contract development, and rigorous budget oversight. - Build and mentor a collaborative media team, fostering a culture of professional growth and executional excellence. - Act as a primary point of contact for clients, delivering clear, data-backed recommendations and performance results with executive presence. - Maintain momentum in high-pressure scenarios, making decisive pivots based on real-time data without losing sight of the "big picture." What we’d like to see. - 8+ years leading or supporting media strategy development and activation, including creating and delivering strategic media presentations - You have at least 5+ years’ experience managing digital marketing or media delivery teams across all performance digital media channels (in-platform experience preferred). - A strong command of the media and digital ecosystem with the ability to identify and create thought leadership POVs and assets. - A proven ability to lead and deliver large-scale marketing strategies across multiple teams and disciplines. - Adept at thinking and strategizing in real time with clients and internal team members - Hands-on proficiency with DV360, The Trade Desk, Meta Ads Manager, and enterprise-grade DSPs. - Expert use of Nielsen, MediaRadar, and analytics platforms to uncover trends and competitive whitespace. - Deep knowledge across digital (social, programmatic, content syndication) and traditional (TV, Radio, OOH) channels. - A strong background in B2B or Financial Services/Banking is highly preferred to navigate complex regulatory and lead-gen landscapes. - The ability to pivot from high-level vision to the technical nuances of IO development, contract review, and vendor management without missing a beat. - Strong appreciation for design and user experience. This role is currently not available for hire or work in New Mexico, and Hawaii, USA. About Huge Huge is a design and technology company. We create products and experiences that grow the world’s most ambitious brands. We do this by designing experiences for people, not users, and uncovering new sources of growth by leveraging our creative talent, our proprietary platform LIVE and unlocking the advantages brought to us by emerging technologies. We believe all experiences should be intelligent, shoppable and unique to every brand. Huge’s nearly 1,000 thinkers, tinkerers, makers and creators, have been problem-solving across North America, Europe, and Latin America for over 25 years. Interested? You’ll find more information at www.hugeinc.com. Huge is committed to creating an inclusive employee experience for all. Regardless of race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, disability, or if you’re parenting the next generation of innovators, we firmly believe that our work is at its best when everyone feels free to be their most authentic self. Huge is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We strongly support diversity in the workforce. We are committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process and work environment. If you are contacted for a job opportunity, please advise us of any accommodation needed to ensure you have access to a fair and equitable process. Any information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially. Workers shall not be required to pay employers’ or agents’ recruitment fees or other related fees for their employment. If any such fees are found to have been paid by workers, such fees shall be repaid to the worker. #LI-POST #LI-Remote The salary range for this position is as listed below. Exactly where a prospective employee will be paid within this range will depend on, among other factors, the actual salary ranges for current and former employees who are either currently filling a similar role or did in the past; the candidate’s depth of experience and qualifications; the level of specialization the role requires; budgetary considerations; the market demand for that role and the local market conditions that exist where the employee will be based. For current Huge employees, tenure will also be a consideration. Wage Disclosure $145,000—$155,000 USD

Company Description R26_0002143 Location: US remote, must be in US at time of application to be considered. **This is a commission-based selling role that offers a base compensation in addition to a sales-based incentive tied to annual revenue generation vs. target. #LI-Remote Job Description About this job We are seeking an ambitious and results-oriented Director of Sales to join our Retail Merchandising Analytics team. In this individual contributor role, you will drive new revenue growth, expand existing client relationships, and position our innovative Retail Merchandising Analytics solutions as essential tools for the modern retailer. You will combine the drive of a hunter with the discipline of a farmer—acquiring new logos, growing established accounts, and closing complex deals with strategic precision. Working in close partnership with Product Area Experts and the Customer Success team, you will ensure that prospects and clients realize maximum value from our offerings. You will also serve as the voice of the customer, bringing market feedback and emerging needs back to our product management and operational teams to fuel future innovation. Responsibilities: Pipeline Management - Build and manage a robust sales pipeline through disciplined opportunity management, rigorous pipeline hygiene, and consistent rhythm and pace. - Deliver accurate and timely sales forecasts, ensuring a strong pipeline-to-quota coverage at all times. Client Acquisition - Proactively identify and acquire new clients to expand the book of business through targeted prospecting, lead generation, and consultative engagement. - Execute land-and-expand strategies, starting with pilot engagements and growing into broader solution deployments. Account Management and Expansion - Cultivate deep relationships with existing clients, identifying upsell and cross-sell opportunities that align with client business goals. - Act as a trusted advisor to client stakeholders, understanding their challenges and positioning our Retail Analytics solutions as strategic assets. Consultative Selling and Solution Development - Use a consultative sales approach to uncover client needs, define problem statements, and partner Product Area Experts to elevate the business. - Scope, position, and close deals that deliver measurable business impact for clients. Sales Presentations and Demonstrations - Prepare and deliver compelling, customized sales presentations that clearly articulate the business value and differentiation of our solutions. - Carry out effective product demonstrations in partnership with Product Area Experts and Sales engineers. Negotiation and Deal Closure - Lead high-stakes negotiations, structuring complex deals that satisfy client needs while driving profitable growth. - Close business with a disciplined, strategic approach to contract and commercial terms. Market Research and Competitive Intelligence - Conduct continuous research on industry trends, competitor activities, and emerging technologies. - Leverage insights to refine sales strategies and position our Retail Analytics solutions competitively. Cross-Functional Collaboration - Partner closely with Product Area Experts and Customer Success managers throughout the sales cycle to deliver tailored solutions and ensure long-term client success. - Provide structured, actionable feedback to Product, Marketing, and Delivery teams to inform roadmaps and go-to-market strategies. Training and Mentoring - Provide guidance, mentorship, and sales best practices to junior team members, contributing to the development of a high-performing sales culture. Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Analytics, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred. - 10-12 years of consultative sales experience selling data; with a proven record of exceeding sales targets and closing complex, multi-stakeholder deals. - Ideally expertise in Retail Merchandising Analytics, Data SaaS Solutions and/or AI technologies - Exceptional strategic negotiation skills with a demonstrated ability to influence C-level executives and senior stakeholders. - Outstanding communication and presentation skills; ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear business value. - Highly organized and disciplined in pipeline management, deal qualification, and sales forecasting. - Comfortable operating independently while collaborating effectively across a matrixed organization. - Willingness to travel for client meetings, conferences, and industry events as needed. Success Profile The ideal candidate will achieve the following within the first 12–18 months: - Consistently achieve or surpass quarterly and annual revenue goals. - Maintain 3x pipeline coverage and high win rates on qualified opportunities. - Successfully land new strategic accounts, building strong foundations for long-term partnerships. - Grow revenue within existing accounts by expanding solution footprint and increasing client dependency on Retail Analytics insights. - Demonstrate mastery of complex deal cycles, from prospecting and qualification through to contract negotiation and deal closure. - Stay ahead of industry trends, contributing thought leadership that positions the company as a market leader. - Work seamlessly with Product Area Experts and Customer Success teams to deliver exceptional client experiences and long-term value. - Mentor and elevate junior team members, share knowledge openly, and contribute to a high-performance, winning culture. US Benefits - Comprehensive healthcare plan (medical, Rx, dental and vision). - Flexible spending accounts and Health Savings Account (including company contributions). - Life and AD&D insurance. - 401(k) retirement plan including company matching contributions. - Disability insurance. - Tuition Reimbursement. - Discretionary paid time off program and 11 paid holidays. Additional Information This role has a market-competitive salary with an anticipated base compensation of the following range: $117,500.00 - $130,000.00. Actual salaries will vary depending on a candidate’s experience, qualifications, skills, and location. This role might also be eligible for a sales-based incentive or performance-based bonus. Other benefits include flexible working environment, comprehensive health insurance, industry-leading parental leave, life insurance, education support and more. Our Benefits - Flexible working environment - Volunteer time off - LinkedIn Learning - Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP) NIQ may utilize artificial intelligence (AI) tools at various stages of the recruitment process, including résumé screening, candidate assessments, interview scheduling, job matching, communication support, and certain administrative tasks that help streamline workflows. These tools are intended to improve efficiency and support fair and consistent evaluation based on job-related criteria. All use of AI is governed by NIQ’s principles of fairness, transparency, human oversight, and inclusion. Final hiring decisions are made exclusively by humans. NIQ regularly reviews its AI tools to help mitigate bias and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. If you have questions, require accommodations, or wish to request human review were permitted by law, please contact your local HR representative. For more information, please visit NIQ’s AI Safety Policies and Guiding Principles: https://www.nielseniq.com/global/en/ai-safety-policies. About NIQ NIQ is the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights—delivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platforms—NIQ delivers the Full View™. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world’s population. For more information, visit NIQ.com Want to keep up with our latest updates? Follow us on: LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter | Facebook Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion At NIQ, we are steadfast in our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace that mirrors the rich diversity of the communities and markets we serve. We believe that embracing a wide range of perspectives drives innovation and excellence. All employment decisions at NIQ are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We invite individuals who share our dedication to inclusivity and equity to join us in making a meaningful impact. To learn more about our ongoing efforts in diversity and inclusion, please visit the https://nielseniq.com/global/en/news-center/diversity-inclusion - Career Site Team: Sales - Compensation: USD 117500 - USD 130000 - yearly

• Define and execute a rolling 24-month sales tech vision • Champion AI initiatives and ensure data integrity across the tech stack • Act as the primary liaison between Sales and IT • Audit, rationalize, and create process and governance for the tech stack to eliminate "Shadow IT" • Partner within Commercial Excellence and across the enterprise to translate commercial product frameworks and global catalogs into scalable technical architectures • Manage the sales technology budget, justifying new acquisitions and ensuring a high ROI on all investments • Lead the evaluation, piloting, and implementation of new tools • Accountable for "last-mile" success by articulating tool value to sellers, building champion networks, and partnering with Enablement for training • Monitor KPIs to measure tool effectiveness and ensure technology is solving business problems • Foster a culture of data-driven decision-making, urgency and continuous improvement