Market-Xcel, a global provider of customized market insights with offices in India, USA, and Singapore, is seeking a talented individual to join our team as a Pre-Sales/ Bidding professional for Online Market Research. This is a full-time on-site position based in New Delhi. As the Pre-Sales/ Bidding professional, you will play a crucial role in managing the bidding process, preparing bid proposals, collaborating with the sales team on pricing strategies, and ensuring customer satisfaction and conversion. Your responsibilities will include analyzing bid requirements, developing bid strategies, working closely with internal teams, and nurturing client relationships. To excel in this role, you must possess excellent communication and customer service skills, a strong background in sales and sales management, and proven experience in bidding and cost estimation. Your analytical and organizational abilities will be essential in negotiating pricing effectively. Proficiency in online market research is required, and a minimum of 1 year of experience in a similar Bidding/ Pre-sales role is preferred. If you are a proactive and results-driven professional with a passion for market research and a desire to deliver high-quality solutions to clients, we would love to hear from you. Early joiners are preferred, and we are open to discussing further with deserving candidates. Join us at Market-Xcel and be part of a dynamic team dedicated to delivering exceptional market insights globally.,
Company Description At Market Xcel, we are dedicated to delivering high-quality results for our clients by offering a comprehensive solution for customized market insights globally. With headquarters in India, USA, and Singapore, we can quickly reach multiple markets. Our clients value our vast network, extensive market research experience, and commitment to project success. Services we specialize in include online panels, quantitative and qualitative data collection, and retail audits. Role Description This is a full-time on-site role for a Sr. Account Director - offline market research, located in Delhi Area, India. The Sr. Account Director will manage day-to-day client accounts based out of India and international locations, leading project teams, overseeing project execution, and ensuring client satisfaction. Additionally, the role involves developing sales strategies, managing teams, and achieving project goals and deadlines. Qualifications Account Management and Sales skills Team Management and Team Leadership skills Extensive knowledge of offline fieldwork methodologies and command over pricing Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or related field Experience in the market research industry is a plus
As a leading market research company, Market Xcel is seeking an experienced and dynamic Director of Sales and Business Development to drive our growth strategy and expand our client base in International Markets for our data collection services. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a proven track record in sales and business development within the market research industry, and the ability to cultivate strategic partnerships. Responsibilities: Develop and implement comprehensive sales strategies to achieve company objectives and revenue targets. Identify and pursue new business opportunities through proactive prospecting, networking, and relationship building. Build and maintain strong relationships with existing clients, ensuring satisfaction and maximizing retention. Collaborate with the marketing team to create compelling sales materials, presentations, and proposals that effectively communicate the company's value proposition. Stay abreast of industry trends, market dynamics, and competitor activities to inform strategic decision-making and identify growth opportunities. Lead negotiations and contract discussions with clients, ensuring favorable terms and conditions for the company. Develop and maintain a robust pipeline of sales opportunities, accurately forecasting future revenue streams. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including research, operations, and finance, to ensure seamless project delivery and client satisfaction. Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and trade shows to enhance brand visibility and generate leads. Monitor sales performance metrics and KPIs, providing regular reports and insights to senior management. Continuously evaluate and optimize sales processes and strategies to improve efficiency and effectiveness. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in business administration, marketing, or a related field; MBA preferred. Minimum of 7 years of experience in sales and business development in MR Industry. Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and empower a diverse team. Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence and persuade key stakeholders. Strategic thinker with a customer-centric mindset and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Deep understanding of market research methodologies, industry trends, and client needs. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt quickly to changing priorities. Proficiency in CRM software (e.g., Salesforce) and Microsoft Office suite.
As a leading market research company, Market Xcel is seeking an experienced and dynamic Director of Sales and Business Development to drive our growth strategy and expand our client base in International Markets for our data collection services. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a proven track record in sales and business development within the market research industry, and the ability to cultivate strategic partnerships. Responsibilities: Develop and implement comprehensive sales strategies to achieve company objectives and revenue targets. Identify and pursue new business opportunities through proactive prospecting, networking, and relationship building. Build and maintain strong relationships with existing clients, ensuring satisfaction and maximizing retention. Collaborate with the marketing team to create compelling sales materials, presentations, and proposals that effectively communicate the company's value proposition. Stay abreast of industry trends, market dynamics, and competitor activities to inform strategic decision-making and identify growth opportunities. Lead negotiations and contract discussions with clients, ensuring favorable terms and conditions for the company. Develop and maintain a robust pipeline of sales opportunities, accurately forecasting future revenue streams. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including research, operations, and finance, to ensure seamless project delivery and client satisfaction. Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and trade shows to enhance brand visibility and generate leads. Monitor sales performance metrics and KPIs, providing regular reports and insights to senior management. Continuously evaluate and optimize sales processes and strategies to improve efficiency and effectiveness. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in business administration, marketing, or a related field; MBA preferred. Minimum of 7 years of experience in sales and business development in MR Industry. Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and empower a diverse team. Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence and persuade key stakeholders. Strategic thinker with a customer-centric mindset and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Deep understanding of market research methodologies, industry trends, and client needs. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt quickly to changing priorities. Proficiency in CRM software (e.g., Salesforce) and Microsoft Office suite.
About Xcel Global Panel (Market Xcel) Xcel Global Panel, part of the Market Xcel, is a next-generation audience network and API supply ecosystem enabling research and insights companies worldwide. We combine technology, partnerships, and proprietary panels to deliver verified respondents and real-time sample globally. As part of our growth journey, we are expanding our Performance Marketing and Supply Enablement function to fuel user acquisition, traffic partnerships, and scalable digital growth, across both web and app ecosystems, targeting US, India, and other international markets. Role Overview We are seeking a Performance Marketing Director who thrives at the intersection of data, creativity, and execution. This role will lead both paid and organic strategies to drive acquisition, retention, and ROI across our platforms. You’ll own and optimize full-funnel growth initiatives spanning panel acquisition, programmatic supply, ad-hoc sample partnerships, API integrations, and digital campaigns. A proven team leader with an eye for performance, data, and detail, you’ll collaborate cross-functionally with sales, product, and engineering teams to deliver measurable growth and efficiency. Key Responsibilities 1. Supply Leadership & Partnerships Lead initiatives to enhance traffic and programmatic supply, including managing API-based sample integrations and ad-hoc partnerships. Drive panel acquisition strategies and campaigns ensuring a healthy inflow of verified respondents globally. Collaborate with demand teams to forecast traffic needs and align supply channels to meet delivery targets. Monitor and optimize key supply metrics, conversion rate, fill rate, cost per acquisition, and delivery efficiency. 2. Growth, Acquisition & Traffic Strategy Build and execute end-to-end performance marketing strategies across Search, Display, Social, Programmatic, and Affiliate channels. Drive user acquisition and panel growth through app download campaigns, SEO, SEM, and cross-channel optimization. Manage paid ad operations for Google Ads, Meta, LinkedIn, Twitter, Quora, and Bing including audience segmentation, keyword strategy, and conversion optimization. Develop global campaigns for user acquisition and partner supply enablement, focusing on key markets like the US and India. Experiment with growth hacking, virality, and word-of-mouth techniques to boost reach and retention. 3. Campaign Management & Analytics Plan, execute and optimize multi-channel campaigns with a focus on efficiency and ROI. Design and manage A/B tests to optimize messaging, creatives, landing pages, and conversion paths. Use web and social media analytics tools to measure campaign impact and share actionable insights with stakeholders. Create dashboards and reports (in Excel, SQL, Tableau, or Google Data Studio) to visualize campaign performance and supply metrics. 4. Collaboration & Cross-functional Execution Work closely with sales, product, and engineering team to align marketing strategies with business goals. Partner with design and content teams to create impactful ad creatives, landing pages, and app store assets. Provide insights to inform product growth, panel retention, and overall acquisition efficiency. 5. Team & Process Leadership Build and manage a small team of digital marketing specialists focused on acquisition and analytics. Oversee work allocation, reporting, and performance tracking across campaigns and platforms. Establish frameworks for testing, attribution, and optimization, ensuring scalability and repeatability of success. Areas of Expertise ✔ Growth Marketing ✔ Digital Marketing ✔ Performance Marketing ✔ Product Growth ✔ Search Engine Marketing (SEM) ✔ Display Ads ✔ Discovery Ads ✔ Facebook Ads ✔ Conversion Rate Optimization (CRO) ✔ Growth Hacking ✔ Virality / Word of Mouth (WOM) Core Skills & Experience 10-12 years of experience in Performance Marketing, Online Advertising, and Growth roles. Proven experience in end-to-end campaign planning, execution, and optimization across multiple platforms. Strong understanding of Programmatic Supply, API Integrations, and Traffic Partnerships. Expertise in Google Ads, Meta Ads, LinkedIn Campaign Manager and SEO/ASO tools. Proficient in Web Analytics, Data Analysis, Reporting & Dashboards using Excel, SQL, and PowerBI. Experience in team leadership, stakeholder management, and collaborating across marketing, sales, and tech functions. Excellent understanding of SEM, PPC, Social Media Ads, and performance attribution models. Experience in the Market Research or Online Panel industry is highly preferred. What You Bring Strategic thinking blended with a hands-on approach to campaign execution. Strong analytical mindset with the ability to translate data into decisions. A passion for experimentation, optimization, and measurable growth. Comfort with fast-paced, cross-functional environments and global exposure. Desire to stay at the forefront of performance marketing trends and innovations. Why Join Us At Xcel Global Panel, you’ll help shape the growth engine of a global digital ecosystem that powers insights and decision-making across industries. You’ll be part of a dynamic team driving scalable acquisition, technology-led partnerships, and measurable impact in the evolving world of audience supply. If you love challenges, numbers, and growth stories, this is your arena.
About the Role: We are looking for a strategic, results-driven professional to lead and manage partnerships with API- based traffic, affiliate network and sample providers within the Market Research (MR) ecosystem. This is a high-impact, senior-level role ideal for someone with deep industry connections and proven experience in developing and managing partner/API & affiliate relationships that support scalable respondent sourcing, growing new API-driven product offering & build our proprietary panels. The ideal candidate will have a blend of business acumen, technical understanding of APIs & affiliate networks, and strong relationships in the MR industry to help expand our supply & affiliate network and optimize sample delivery via programmatic channels. Key Responsibilities: · Partnership Development: o Identify, evaluate, and onboard new API-enabled traffic/sample providers & affiliates. o Build and nurture strategic relationships with key vendors and partners across the global MR supply chain. o Negotiate commercial terms, data quality SLAs, and integration agreements. · API Integration Oversight: o Collaborate with product/engineering teams to oversee the integration of third-party APIs. o Ensure smooth implementation, data mapping, and performance testing of supplier APIs. o Monitor API performance metrics, including optimized delivery rate, cost efficiency, and data quality. · Market & Supplier Intelligence: o Stay current on emerging players, supply marketplaces, and innovations in programmatic sampling. o Provide market intelligence to internal teams for strategic planning and forecasting. · Cross-Functional Collaboration: o Work closely with Sales, Project Management, Product, and Engineering to align supplier capabilities with client requirements. o Act as the internal subject matter expert for traffic acquisition and API-based partnerships & affiliate networks. · Panel acquisition & Growth: o Create affiliate network and use tools for panel acquisition in multiple geographies and audiences o Act as the internal subject matter expert for all panel build activities · Optimization & Quality Management: o Regularly review vendor performance to ensure fulfillment accuracy, speed, and quality. o Address operational issues with suppliers, including traffic balancing, quota performance, and fraud detection. Requirements: · 10+ years experience in the Market Research industry, with at least 7+ years focused on supplier/vendor management, API traffic sourcing, managing affiliate network anad programmatic sample. · Demonstrated experience in building and maintaining relationships with key sample/traffic providers. · Strong understanding of survey traffic flows, API integrations, and digital respondent sourcing platforms. · Exposure to technical integrations (REST APIs, JSON, token-based authentication, etc.). · Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills. · Highly analytical mindset with the ability to interpret supplier performance data and KPIs. · Ability to work in a fast-paced, data-driven environment. Nice to Have: · Prior experience at a sample exchange, panel aggregator, or programmatic research platform. · Technical background or certification in API management or digital supply chains. · Experience working across global markets and with multicultural vendors. What We Offer: · Opportunity to lead strategic partnerships in a high-growth, tech-enabled MR environment. · Exposure to cutting-edge tools and global partners in the online sample ecosystem. · Flexible work environment and competitive compensation. · A dynamic team culture with cross-functional collaboration and autonomy.