Account Director

**IRI is powered by people**

We’re a fast paced, tech driven and people focused business. Innovation and entrepreneurism are part of our core DNA. We like to create, and we like to make things happen. Our team is diverse and is made up of Insight and Industry Consulting Analysts, Data Scientists, Product Managers, Solution Architects, Software Engineers and Change Specialists.

As an organisation we’re leading the charge as the specialist provider of data-driven, insight and consulting solutions for FMCG retailers and manufacturers.

We power over 250 leading New Zealand businesses with a number of services and solutions including;
- Client consulting services for the retail, grocery, convenience, liquor, tobacco and pharmaceutical sectors
- Performance data processing and solutions for the FMCG sector
- Consumer shopper, loyalty and analytics programs
- Software development and cloud-based reporting platforms

**So why IRI?**

We’re progressive, inclusive and people focused. We seek to create a down to earth culture which balances work and home life and enables our team to be the best that it can be. Our people are important to us and we offer a number of fantastic benefits including:

- Hybrid ways of working with flexible hours
- Employee training and continuous development programs
- Women in leadership accelerated development opportunities
- Up to 5 weeks annual leave and holiday buy back scheme
- 16 weeks' paid parental leave

**What are your key responsibilities as an Account Director?**

You will strategically partner with a portfolio of clients and help them to better utilise our data analysis and insights services. More specifically, you will:

- Take a consultative approach to building a client relationship that adds value for the client and for IRI
- Understand their growth strategies and develop and maintain joint business plans
- Consult with the client and execute on their data analysis and insights requirements
- Confidently present findings back to the client and provide recommendations
- Build customised reports on Temple, in line with the client service agreement
- Undertake monthly and quarterly data quality and integrity checks
- Take the lead in client contract renewal

**What are we looking for?**
- At least 6 years’ FMCG experience in data analysis and insights
- Strong account management skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders
- Proven commercial experience
- A proactive, confident and curious nature
- Excellent attention to detail
- Strong problem solver

**Interested?** We would love to hear from you.