Business Development Executive-Aberdeen, SD

Lee Enterprises•Aberdeen, SD

About The Position

The Aberdeen American News, a publication of Lee Enterprises, is seeking an energetic, skilled sales executive to grow digital multimedia accounts with new and existing clients in the local area. The role involves prospecting, developing, and closing leads using a variety of sources. Lee Enterprises, in conjunction with Amplified Digital, offers a range of digital marketing products, tools, and partners to meet clients’ advertising needs. This is a 100% outside sales position, and demonstrated success in sales is required. The ideal candidate is driven, organized, strategically minded, creative in developing digital advertising solutions, persuasive in communication, resilient, adaptable, quick to learn, client-focused, and enthusiastic about digital advertising and marketing.

Requirements

Demonstrated success in sales.
Strong drive, initiative, ownership, and ability to pursue new opportunities and exceed goals.
Strong prioritization, time-management, and organizational skills.
Strategic thinking, business sense, adaptability, and critical thinking in complex situations.
Ability to communicate clearly, speak confidently, negotiate, and persuade clients.
Resilience and problem-solving skills, including the ability to stay motivated and find solutions under pressure.
Client-centric approach and ability to understand clients’ evolving needs.
Passion for digital advertising and marketing.

Nice To Haves

Three or more years of sales experience, preferably in digital advertising.
Bachelor’s degree in marketing or advertising, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
Experience with current digital advertising technology and third-party research tools such as Google Analytics.