Sales Planner (Addressable)
Disney Ad Sales' Revenue Management division is seeking a Sales Planner to join our dynamic Planning team! For this role, we're looking for a highly detail-oriented and organized individual. Are you someone who displays dedication to learn and grow in a high energy environment? We are looking for a strong communicator who has the ability to build and maintain impactful relationships, both internally and externally. If you are looking for an exciting opportunity in a results-based, fun, sales environment, this opportunity may be the next move for you!
What You Will Do
- Support a dedicated book(s) of business, managing the RFP process from proposal generation to order entry across assigned Disney brands and business verticals
- Partner internally with Sales and Revenue Management to implement packaging and pricing strategy, as defined by Revenue Management ratecards and guidelines
- Maintain the pipeline in collaboration with your Sales team
- Execute budget revisions including incremental spend, optimizations, makegoods, and cancellations
- Collaborate with various departments, such as Ad Ops, Inventory Analytics, Streaming Solutions and Measurement Solutions to help fulfill a variety of client requests and aid Sales in their proposals
- Partner closely with the Ad Ops team to execute campaigns, maximize delivery against contracted goals, and address client reporting needs
- Collaborate with the Finance team to assist with the billing process
- Communicate effectively with agency contacts to address RFP deliverables and ad hoc requests
- Identify areas for improvement within the pre-sale process and recommend solutions to drive operational efficiencies
- As needed, assist in the preparation and follow-up for client meetings, including the review of industry and account-specific information
Required Qualifications & Skills
2+ years professional experience; media sales planning and / or buying experience strongly preferredAn excitement to work in a collaborative Ad Sales team environmentA positive demeanor and approach when handling day-to-day tasksAn ability to effectively problem-solve and multi-taskStrong attention to detail and robust organizational skillsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsExperience working across Microsoft Suite, with proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint requiredEmbodies an eager-to-learn attitude with a drive to take on new responsibilitiesProficiency in media math and terminology is advantageousFamiliarity of Operative One and TV landscape is beneficialThe hiring range for this position in Santa Monica, CA is $64,300 to $86,200 per year and in San Francisco, CA is $70,500 to $94,400 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and / or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and / or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.