Sales Manager, Media Network
The Sales Manager, Media Network will catalyze growth and be a strategic partner for clients and internal teams. This role will identify and pursue new business opportunities, foster strong relationships with key decision-makers, and develop tailored media campaigns that drive revenue growth. By leveraging market insights, industry trends, and cross-functional collaboration, the Sales Manager, Media Network will play a crucial role in achieving revenue targets, maintaining a competitive edge, and promoting a culture of excellence within the organization. Ultimately, the success of the Sales Manager, Media Network will be defined by their ability to secure and retain new clients, contribute to the organization's overall growth, and serve as a trusted advisor in the ever-evolving business landscape.
Responsibilities
- Establish and maintain strategic relationships with new clients across external brand partners and agencies, leading to increased PF Media Network revenue.
- Responsible for driving end-to-end sales funnel from lead generation to sales closing while maximizing revenue and meeting / exceeding sales targets.
- Be the primary point of contact for media agencies and new advertising channels that emerge within the PF Media Network.
- Be established as a subject matter expert internally and externally to provide industry knowledge and best practices as you work to build the sales pipeline.
- Develop a deep understanding of partners' business to help sell in media campaigns that support their KPIs.
- Establish and maintain open lines of communication across all partners, regardless of lifecycle stage.
- Work closely with Account Managers in support of contracts, pricing and negotiation and other operational responsibilities.
- Leverage in-house CRM tools to maintain a clear view of sales pipeline and revenue forecasting.
Qualifications
Bachelors Degree in Marketing, Sales, Business Administration or a related field required5+ years of experience selling digital media and client-facing campaign salesPossesses superior networking and negotiation skillsDemonstrated ability to consistently identify new leads, close sales, and generate revenue with direct advertising partners and agenciesProven track record of media sales negotiations, account planning, and account managementPossesses the drive and motivation to create and grow a new book of businessSelf-starter, strategic in nature, but also able to executeExtremely detail-oriented, efficient, and organized, with an exceptional ability to establish priorities and objectivesExceptional presentation and communication skills, along with the ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization, including executivesAble to establish and maintain effective, collaborative work relationships with diverse individuals, internally and externallyCreative, progressive, thought leadership with the ability to influence at all levels of the organizationPossess a results-driven entrepreneurial mindset, demonstrating initiative and creativityDemonstrated strategic thinking, creative problem-solving, and organizational leadership skillsExhibits comfort, ease, and flexibility working in a highly fast-paced, ever-changing, deadline-driven environmentCooperative team player with an upbeat, positive, "can-do" attitude!Passion for fitness, fitness apparel / merchandise, a plusPerks
Planet Fitness cares about you and your well-being. We offer a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees which includes the core medical, dental, vision, life and disability as well as supplemental accident, hospital and critical illness coverage options. In addition, we are proud to offer eligible employees a generous time off program (including volunteer time), childcare reimbursement, paid parental leave, pet care reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, free Black Card membership, learning and development programs and a whole host of engagement activities. We offer a 401(k) Plan with safe harbor employer matching and an employee stock purchase plan. This role is also eligible to participate in an annual corporate bonus incentive program based on company financial and personal performance.
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