CCOA Outside Account Executive

Clear Channel Outdoor•Tucson, AZ

About The Position

The Account Executive meets and exceeds local and national sales goals by selling our outstanding inventory to qualified advertisers by developing new business through direct to customer outreach and high-level agency contacts. This role develops and maintains long-term advertising relationships by presenting comprehensive proposals and competitive, profitable pricing structures in collaboration with our Sales, Marketing and Operations teams across our broad range of digital and printed inventory.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education, training, experience, or military experience preferred.
Minimum two (2) years of sales experience or other relevant work experience preferred.
Skilled in working closely with customers to develop and cultivate client relationships to grow accounts.
Sales achievement with experience in consultative or “needs” based selling techniques.
Proficient in Microsoft software applications (i.e., Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint) and social media platforms.
Able to travel outside of the office at least 50% of the time for meetings and industry events.
Has a valid driver’s license.
Access to a reliable vehicle.

Nice To Haves

Five (5) + years of sales experience preferred.
Demonstrated track record of business-to-business and progressive sales experience preferred.
Knowledge of territory is preferred.

Responsibilities

Drives for revenue goal attainment on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.
Prospects and develops new customer relationships, persuasively communicates strategies for meeting customer needs.
Regularly conducts outside sales activities, including but not limited to obtaining orders and/or contracts for Clear Channel services, while away from the Clear Channel’s place(s) of business, including away from a home office (if applicable).
Ensures customer satisfaction by facilitating all aspects of the customer's account in cooperation with creative, operations, marketing, and finance staff.
Determines project pricing based on guidelines from management.
Negotiates fees or services with clients with management approval.
Oversees project from start to finish and ensures client satisfaction.
Delivers proof of performance (POP) to clients.
Accompanies clients on market tours to showcase outdoor inventory.
Communicates and coordinates with Ad Ops and other internal departments.
Completes other duties as assigned or requested.