Website Cumulus Media
Where Every Voice Matters
Description:
CUMULUS MEDIA | Chattanooga is seeking a talented and dynamic Account Executive who thrives in a fast-paced working environment. We are looking for a passionate, motivated, goal-oriented and highly competitive individual with a proven track record of over-achieving sales goals. We hire driven, resourceful, organized, customer-focused problem solvers who have great communication skills and the ability to cultivate client relationships. In return, we offer a unique career opportunity: one where you are given a challenging mission, world-class tools to help you succeed, and the chance to realize your full potential as a sale’s professional.
Who We Are:
CUMULUS MEDIA | Chattanooga, TN is a full-service radio and digital company offering 4 of Chattanooga’s top rated radio stations in the tri-state area including WSKZ-FM/KZ106 Classic Rock, WGOW-FM/Talk Radio 102.3 The Talk Monster, WGOW 1150 AM your conservative political station and WOGT-FM/New Country 107.9. We also offer Cumulus Digital which offers a full suite of digital products to market your business on a targeted level from SEO, SEM, digital display ads, social media, website builds and more.
The Account Executive identifies and develops new business opportunities; grows existing client relationships; offers solutions that help clients achieve their business goals; closes business and meets or exceeds set sales targets.
Key Responsibilities:
Able to identify client business needs by gaining a deep understanding of their goals, objectives and processes as well as their external environment including key market and consumer trends to proactively develop customized advertising solutions to meet client objectives
Deliver effective multi-platform, integrated sales presentations (broadcast, digital, events); negotiation and closing
Beyond our broadcast products, have strong familiarity and become full-versed in selling both Cumulus’ station digital assets (e.g. streaming, stations website and social advertising) and digital audience extension products to deliver a complete marketing solution to advertisers
Excel at prospecting and aggressively seeking new clientele by networking, cold calling, canvassing, referrals or other means to build and maintain a full pipeline of sales prospects
Follow all station and corporate procedures for preparing orders, resolving billing issues, submitting regular reports regarding sales, pipeline lists, forecasts and competitive analysis
Stay abreast of the competitive landscape and emerging technologies to best position Cumulus in the marketplace
Think creatively and generate original ideas
What we offer:
Commission-based organization with uncapped earning potential
Focused, responsible and collaborative work environment with the ability, to ask “what if” and try innovative solutions
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance coverage
401K with company match to plan for the long-term
Paid Vacation & Holidays
For immediate consideration, please visit
https://cumulusmedia.jobs.net/
For more information about CUMULUS MEDIA, visit our website at:
CUMULUS MEDIA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
Responsibilities:
Requirements:
Qualifications: Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, social networking platforms and CRM tools Excellent communication skills Experience developing new business relationships in an outside sales role Excellent presenter to clients of sales opportunities and post-sale successes Strong understanding of lead generation and ability to connect with viable prospects Comprehension of sales metrics in order to fill a sales funnel and robust pipeline of residual business Positive attitude with the willingness to get beyond comfort zone to grow professionally High energy and passion for the job Flexible and creative Digitally savvy 1-3 years in Media Sales background preferred/required Bachelor's Degree in Business, Marketing or related field is preferred/required Valid drivers license and carContact:
DeAnna Roberts, deanna.roberts@cumulus.comYou must sign in to apply for this position.