Business Development Executive-Longview, WA

Lee Enterprises • Longview, WA

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About The Position

The Longview Daily News, a Lee Enterprises publication is seeking an energetic, skilled sales executive to drive digital multi-media account growth for new and existing accounts through prospecting, developing, and closing leads using a variety of sources in the Longview area. Lee offers a vast array of digital marketing products, tools and partners to meet the advertising needs of any current or future client. We are the fastest growing digital subscription platform in the nation for four years running.

Requirements

• Drive and initiative: We seek someone who thrives on exceeding goals, takes ownership, and hunts for new opportunities.
• Prioritization and organization: You must excel at setting priorities, managing time effectively, and staying organized amidst a busy workload.
• Strategic thinking and business sense: Your ability to think strategically, adapt to changing landscapes, and understand the business side of things is crucial.
• Digital marketing creativity: We need someone who can develop innovative and effective digital advertising solutions.
• Communication and persuasion: You must be a confident speaker and negotiator who can clearly communicate ideas and win over clients.
• Resilience and problem-solving: We value your ability to overcome challenges, stay motivated, and find solutions under pressure.
• Adaptability and comfort with ambiguity: You thrive in dynamic environments, embrace change, and can think critically in complex situations.
• Fast learner and strategic mind: You possess a sharp intellect, grasp concepts quickly, and can apply them strategically to our team's success.
• Client-centric mindset: You are passionate about understanding and catering to the evolving needs of our clients and the industry.
• Digital advertising enthusiast: You have a deep understanding and passion for the digital advertising and marketing world.
• 3 or more years in Sales, preferably in Digital Advertising but not required
• Demonstrated experience in expanding and growing sales revenue through existing and new business
• Experience with current digital advertising technology and 3rd party research skills such as Google Analytics
• This is a 100% sales position and demonstrated success in sales is required.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, Advertising, or equivalent combination of education and work experience

Benefits

• Lee Enterprises offers competitive wages in a dynamic, interesting work environment with career growth opportunities.
• We offer an extensive benefit program that can be personalized to your needs. Our benefit program includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, company provided life insurance and supplemental life insurance.
• In addition, we offer a 401K retirement plan with company match.
• We also offer generous paid time off to allow flexibility to balance personal life and work.
• This includes paid parental leave for new parents.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees