Account Executive - The Hamilton Spectator

Posted 20 Days Ago
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Hiring Remotely in Toronto, ON
Remote
5-7 Years Experience
Digital Media • News + Entertainment
The Role
As a Sales Professional, you'll drive revenue growth by building client relationships, executing sales strategies, and meeting sales targets in the digital media sector. Responsibilities include identifying new business opportunities, engaging with clients, and collaborating with marketing teams to present tailored solutions.
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Company Description

Join Our Team: Sales Professional for Leading Media Brand

Are you a dynamic sales professional with a passion for digital media? We’re looking for you to join our established, well-known media brand as a Sales Professional! With a reputation for excellence and innovation, we’re seeking someone with 5 years of experience in a digital media environment to drive our continued success.

About Us: We are a premier media brand with a legacy of delivering impactful content and effective advertising solutions. Our commitment to excellence and creativity sets us apart in the industry. As we continue to grow as a digital media company, we’re looking for a skilled sales professional to help us expand our reach and impact.

Job Description

Your Role: As a Sales Professional, you’ll leverage your expertise to build and maintain strong relationships with clients in the Hamilton region and beyond. You’ll be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, developing strategic sales plans, and achieving targets to drive revenue growth.

  • Develop and execute sales strategies to acquire new clients and grow existing accounts.
  • Conduct on-site visits to clients in Hamilton and surrounding areas to understand their needs and present tailored solutions.
  • Collaborate with our marketing and product teams to deliver effective sales presentations and proposals.
  • Monitor market trends and competitor activities to identify opportunities and stay ahead of industry developments.
  • Maintain accurate records of sales activities and client interactions.
  • As part of this role, you will be required to handle credit card information. Metroland Media is PCI compliant company, and requires people in this role to take PCI training to handle cards in a safe and compliant manner.
  • Account list is valued at approximately $900,000.
  • Base Salary; commission on all sales (no cap on commissions); opportunity to earn quarterly bonuses based on achieving sales targets. 
  • Full Benefits Package and Defined Pension Plan provided.

Qualifications

  • Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in a digital media sales environment.
  • Skills: Proven track record of achieving sales targets and building client relationships.
  • Knowledge: Strong understanding of digital media platforms, advertising strategies, and market trends.
  • Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present ideas clearly and persuasively.
  • Self-Motivation: Ability to work independently in a remote setting while maintaining a high level of professionalism and accountability.
  • Flexibility: Mandatory travel for on-site client meetings in the Hamilton region.

Why Join Us?

  • Remote Work: Enjoy the flexibility of working from home while having the opportunity to engage with clients directly.
  • Supportive Team: Collaborate with a dedicated team of professionals committed to your success.
  • Growth Opportunities: Access to continuous learning and professional development to enhance your career.
  • Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary package with performance-based commissions and incentives.

If you’re ready to take your career to the next level with a leading media brand, we want to hear from you! Apply today and be a part of our exciting journey.

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Additional Information

Torstar Group of Companies is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier free recruitment process ensuring equal access to employment opportunities for candidates, including persons with disabilities. In compliance with Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and Ontario Human Rights Code we will endeavour to provide accommodation to persons with disabilities in the recruitment process upon request. If you are selected for an interview and you require accommodation due to a disability during the recruitment process, please notify the hiring manager upon scheduling your interview of your requirements.

Top Skills

Digital Media
The Company
HQ: Toronto, Ontario
2,500 Employees
On-site Workplace
Year Founded: 1892

What We Do

Torstar Corporation is a leading Canadian media and data company that aims to help people better understand the world and each other.

Built on a long and distinguished history in daily and community newspapers and nationally recognized digital businesses, The Torstar Group of Companies includes The Toronto Star, The Hamilton Spectator, the Waterloo Region Record and other regional daily news brands, as well as 75 community news brands across Ontario with a number of digital properties including eyeReturn, VerticalScope, Homefinder.ca and Save.ca.

Our flagship newspaper, the Toronto Star, was founded in 1892, and its website, thestar.com, is now one of the most-visited newspaper sites in the country.

Today over 2500 dedicated employees work together to continuously improve how we serve our customers and clients and report on the most important stories affecting people's lives.

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