Job Description
Role Overview
As a Junior Deal Desk Analyst, you will support sales teams by administering deals in the CRM system, ensuring adherence to pricing and commercial policies, and managing standard, low‑complexity approval workflows. The role emphasizes accurate deal execution, consistent process application, and effective seller enablement to support smooth and compliant deal progression.
Key Responsibilities
You will be responsible for:
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Managing defined business‑segment approvals and standard business‑process approvals
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Administering deals in the CRM system in line with established commercial and pricing rules
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Supporting Deal Desk colleagues in applying and maintaining deal policies and approval frameworks
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Reviewing deals for compliance with pricing, discount, and contractual rules
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Providing structured guidance and information to sales teams to support their deal execution
Daily Activities
Your day‑to‑day work will include:
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Analyzing incoming deals and validating them against both quantitative and qualitative approval criteria
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Ensuring accurate documentation and data integrity in the CRM system
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Challenging the status quo within defined guardrails to identify opportunities for price improvement and discount reduction
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Managing clear and timely communication with sales representatives, including explaining approval decisions and required adjustments
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Acting as a first‑line Deal Desk support (“help desk”) for seller questions on process, rules, and tooling
About You
You are detail‑oriented, confident, and comfortable working at the intersection of sales, pricing, and processes. While this is not a negotiation‑led role, you bring sound commercial judgment and can apply rules consistently, even under time pressure.
You are:
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Firm but collaborative, able to work constructively with sales teams
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Comfortable enforcing policies while maintaining positive working relationships
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Willing to question inconsistencies and escalate when needed
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Organized, reliable, and proactive in managing multiple requests
Qualifications
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Relevant educational background (business, finance, economics, or similar)
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Minimum 2 years of experience in Sales, Sales Operations, or Deal Desk roles
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Strong numerical affinity and attention to detail
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Experience working with CRM systems and approval workflows
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Team‑oriented, self‑motivated, and eager to learn
Additional Information
Our Benefits
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Flexible working environment
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Volunteer time off
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LinkedIn Learning
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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.
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