Senior Sales Manager | Commercial, Market Research | US

Savanta is looking for a commercial Senior Manager with experience selling market research to develop new business across full-service and sample-led solutions in the US.

About Us:

Savanta is a leading data, market research and advisory company helping the world's leading brands make better decisions, faster. With over 500 people across offices in multiple countries, we combine deep research expertise, proprietary technology and high-impact consulting to give our clients a complete view of their markets, their customers and their competitors.

About the Role:

This is a high-impact new business role for someone who knows how to open doors, build credibility quickly and turn opportunities into long-term client partnerships. You’ll work across sectors, sell a broad mix of insight solutions and play a visible role in a business that is evolving into a tech-first, insights-led company.

This role requires strong sales experience, ideally in consultative Full-Service Market Research and/or data collection/sample only.  Ability to explain different research methodologies and their benefits is essential.

The role will also offer the opportunity to expand into different types of research utilized by Savanta.

We are looking for people who have a ‘can-do’ attitude, enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, are confident in applying research and industry knowledge, as well as being responsible and accountable for revenue targets.

With service at the heart of our business, a passion for exceeding client expectations is essential.

What you’ll do:

• Win new business by identifying, creating and converting opportunities across target sectors.
• Build relationships with senior client stakeholders and shape compelling commercial conversations.
• Lead proposals, credentials and pitches that clearly demonstrate Savanta’s value.
• Work closely with marketing and delivery teams to turn outreach into revenue-generating opportunities.
• Use a consultative, tech-enabled approach to selling insight solutions that solve real client problems.

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This is a predominantly remote role, with a preference for candidates based on the US East Coast. The position involves periodic client travel, approximately 1–2 times per month.

About You:

You’re a commercially driven, proactive seller with a strong track record in consultative new business development within a Market Research agency.

You know how to manage a pipeline, navigate different buyer personas and build trust with both clients and internal stakeholders.

You bring strong knowledge of research, insight and technology-enabled solutions, and you’re excited by the chance to help shape how Savanta grows in the US.

And in return, Savanta offers: *

• OTE: $150,000 (Base + Commission)
• Hybrid working
• Flexible working practices
• Ongoing Learning & Development
• Generous PTO allowance
• Health & wellbeing package
• Retirement plan
• Team & Company Socials
• Committees for Health & Well Being, Charities & Volunteering and DE&I

Why Join Us:

You’ll join a collaborative, high-performing commercial team with the backing of deep sector and methodological expertise across Savanta. You’ll have the space to shape how we build senior client partnerships globally - and the support to deliver outstanding work that clients value.

As well as:

• A genuine opportunity to influence growth and make a visible impact in a priority market.
• Access to a broad suite of research, data and technology-led solutions you can take to clients.
• The chance to work with ambitious, collaborative teams across Commercial, Marketing and Delivery.
• A business on an exciting transformation journey, combining deep expertise with a more product- and tech-led future.
• Strong scope for progression, development and building your profile in a high-growth environment.

Part of the vibrant Next 15 Communications Group, we have an entrepreneurial and inclusive company culture that actively recognizes and values its people and offers unrivalled scope for career development, including mentoring, coaching as well as extensive training programs.

The company was founded on the belief that tech should be integral to its success, and this culture of tech innovation makes us best placed to put Savanta at the heart of our clients’ businesses offering solutions before they even know the problem. 

Savanta is committed to being an equal opportunities employer and continuously strives to be an employer of choice. Our people are our greatest asset - we value workplace diversity and inclusion, oppose all forms of unlawful discrimination, and welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates of all backgrounds.

All candidates will be considered equally, however, unfortunately we are unable to offer visa sponsorship.

We encourage authentic responses to demonstrate your experience and approach, rather than relying on Generative Al tools to write your cover letter or any questions in the application process. We may use Al Decoders as part of the review process and if answers match to a high extent that may be factored into the review.

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