Director Of Sales, Midwest

Company Description

Here at Perform we like to consider ourselves a progressive, dynamic, fun and fast-paced global sports media broadcasting company. We are passionate about what we do and really good at it too!!

Here are some of the things you can expect working at Perform; collaboration, innovation, ever changing, empowerment, work hard and personal development.

Job Description

The Director of Sales, Midwest will work with our NY based sales and strategy team to maximize advertiser revenue by selling sponsorships, display/video/mobile media, and programmatic solutions from the Perform Group suite of properties. This is a great opportunity for a Senior Account Executive to take the next step in their career.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage trusted relationships with partners and develop a thorough understanding of their business challenges
• Develop new relationships at all levels with agency and client partners
• Build and maintain a strong knowledge of Perform Group's advertising products and solutions
• Serve as a trusted consultant with partners consistently bringing them creative, solution oriented ideas and products to meet their business challenges
• Heavy prospecting and new business development
• Oversee the proposal and media plan process, ensuring highly relevant and creative solutions for partners
• Work closely with management to manage internal revenue expectations and forecasting
• Manage multiple cross-platform opportunities and projects
• Entertainment with clients across the business

Qualifications

• BS/BA in Advertising, Marketing, Business, or a related field
• 7+ years' experience in digital advertising sales with a proven record of exceeding revenue goals
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, CRM platforms, prospecting tools
• Willing to travel

Additional Information

You'll receive up to 15 days of Paid Time OFF (from the start), 9 paid holidays, Affordable Health Benefits (dental and vision included), Generous Sick Time package, Competitive Parental Leave, Short and long term disability paid by the company, Basic term life insurance and personal accident insurance paid by the company, 401(k), Flexible work environment

And there's more...... You'll have access to the Perform online learning portal (MindTools) and be part of our Career Deal, which aims to support your continued professionaldevelopment. We also have a structured management development programme and a financially rewarding Refer a Friend scheme. If you fancy a move abroad; Perform are currently seeking the best talent in a number of countries around the world!