Sales Representative

SALES REPRESENTATIVE

Sarnia, ON

Blackburn Media has an immediate & rare opportunity for a Sales Rep in our Sarnia Branch. The successful candidate will be responsible for expanding our retail client base and maximizing local radio & digital revenue. If you are right for this job you do not take NO for an answer, you’re a prospecting champion and you love to win.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Meet and exceed monthly/quarterly/annual radio & digital revenue targets
• Develop radio & digital revenue from existing & unassigned accounts in Sarnia & surrounding areas
• Provide on-going support to ensure optimal client service
• Ability to coordinate creative from initial sales meetings through to preparation of ads for client approval
• Delivering accurate call reports and planned revenue numbers to management
• Ongoing awareness of our clients’ day to day challenges
• Receivables control

REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum 2 years of media sales experience preferred
• Education in digital sales and marketing preferred
• High level of initiative/self motivation
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong Presentation Skills
• Goal-Oriented
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Exceptional Prospecting and Networking skills
• Conceptual, creative thinker and problem solver
• Must enjoy a fast-paced work environment that is based on team & individual effort
• A valid driver’s license and reliable automobile
• A positive, friendly manner and customer service approach

A competitive compensation package & Benefits will be set to meet the needs of the successful applicant.

Please ensure that the subject line in your email is “Sarnia Sales”

Please note…we will contact the successful candidates for further interviews.

Blackburn Media Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and encourages diversity in the workplace. We are committed to providing a fair and equitable work environment and encourage applications from qualified individuals and genders, visible minorities, aboriginal peoples and persons with disabilities.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $50,000.00-$75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

• Commission pay

Experience:

• sales: 5 years (required)

Work Location: In person