Ramon Melgarejo

About Ramon Melgarejo

Experienced commercial leader with a proven track record of exceeding revenue targets, driving margin expansion, and building high-performing teams across global markets. I bring a rare blend of strategic insight, consultative sales acumen, and data-driven innovation — helping organizations transform customer understanding into profitable action.I’ve led cross-functional and international teams to deliver measurable business impact, with deep expertise in product innovation, customer analytics, and commercial strategy. I have also designed and delivered enterprise-wide transformation and M&A integration initiatives, aligning people, processes, and technology to drive operational efficiency and strategic growth.Known as a trusted partner and change agent, I specialize in turning complex challenges into actionable strategies — whether through new product development, organizational restructuring, or global go-to-market shifts.Industry & Market ReachExtensive experience across CPG, tech, financial services, software, and retail sectors — spanning the U.S, U.K, China, Brazil, Mexico, India, Turkey, France, and more.Specialties Include • P&L Ownership • Product Development & Commercial Innovation • Global Account Leadership & Strategic Client Management • Consultative Sales & Strategic Client Management • Talent Development & Cross-Functional Leadership • Innovation, Forecasting, Pricing, Brand Positioning, Portfolio Strategy • AI, Machine Learning & Predictive AnalyticsLet’s connect if you’re looking for a growth-minded commercial leader who knows how to lead, partner, and execute — globally.

Experience

1. President, Strategic Analytics & Insights at Nielseniq

   NielsenIQ

   Apr 2024 — Present · Chicago, IL, US

   At NIQ, our goal is to help you make confident, informed decisions. That’s why we have transformed into Strategic Analytics & Insights, combining Advanced Analytics, BASES, and Consumer & Marketing Insights. This integration allows us to deliver deeper and more comprehensive answers to your strategic business questions.We help you understand consumer behavior, identify what drives sales, spot new opportunities, and mitigate risks effectively. Backed by the vast set of NIQ datasets, we simplify and accelerate your decision-making process. Whether you’re optimizing channels, selecting ideal locations, defining winning pricing strategies, developing standout products, targeting the right customer segments, crafting competitive marketing plans and execution, building strategic partnerships, expanding geographically, hedging risks, or planning your next move, we’re here to support you.In my role as President of Strategic Analytics & Insights I have global end-to-end responsibility for the operations of this team, operating across 85+ markets covering sales, customer success, operations, and product development.

Education

• Indiana University - Kelley School of Business

  Bachelor of Science, Marketing & International Business

  1999 — 2003

• Harvard Business School Executive Education

  Advent Leadership Academy Program

• MIT Sloan School of Management

  Machine Learning: Implementation in Business Program

  2019 — 2019

Skills

• Forecasting
• Business Strategy
• Data Analysis
• Nielsen
• Management
• Segmentation
• Consumer Behaviour
• Fmcg
• International Business
• Quantitative Research
• Marketing Research
• Brand Management
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Marketing Strategy
• People Management
• Client Service
• Financial Services
• Consumer Insight
• Innovation
• Market Research
• Management Consulting
• Customer Insight
• Marketing