As an Account Executive, you will create and maximize revenue generation. You will foster and grow relationships with high-target prospects and valued clients while working in collaboration with your local and corporate-based teams.
- Continually prospect and generate high-quality targets using our sales process
- Meet key performance metrics and goals on a weekly/monthly and annual basis
- Actively diversifying client base by offering strategic solutions with a viable revenue mix
- Develop and present customized advertising solutions
- Effectively manage sales pipeline and revenue gaps using Salesforce
- Constant development of market intelligence and general business acumen
- Cultivate relationships within the business community through consistent networking and attendance at all Business Journal sponsored events
- Exhibit a coachable mindset and take an active role in training and development
- Two years of sales experience preferred; recent graduates considered
- A strong orientation to strategic thinking, communicating, influencing and building relationships at all levels
- Ability to simultaneously manage short and long-term opportunities
- Strong organizational, analytical and written/oral communication skills
- The ability to work independently in a constantly changing environment
- A team player who thrives in collaborative environments and partners across all departments and levels
- College degree or comparable work experience
- Proficiency with all Microsoft Office products (Microsoft Excel, Outlook, OneDrive, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams)
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