NATIONAL SALES ASSISTANT - WWSB

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About The Position

Provide sales support to the National Sales Manager and Director of Sales, delivering accurate administrative and order-related assistance while maintaining professional client communication. The ideal candidate is enthusiastic, highly organized, detail-oriented, and calm under pressure, with strong phone/email skills, problem-solving ability, and the aptitude to quickly learn databases and industry software. Accuracy and ability to interact with clients professionally are essential.

Requirements

Must take pride in work, respond to instruction well, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and perform at a consistently high level
Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential
Must be dependable, highly-focused, organized, and have strong attention to detail
Ability to prioritize, multitask, and meet deadlines in a challenging and dynamic environment
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Nice To Haves

Prior administrative experience and experience with Wide Orbit Sales & Traffic is preferred
Broadcast Sales, media buying, or agency experience is a plus

Responsibilities

Assist the National Sales Manager in day-to-day duties
Regular professional communication with the National Sales Manager, National Agencies, and with the station traffic department via phone, email, and in person.
Enter, confirm, and maintain all new, revised, and cancelled national orders, including electronic transfer and maintenance of all orders in WideOrbit, with special focus on accuracy
Send log times, such as pre logs, post logs, and invoices as necessary
Daily management of pre-empted and displaced spots; problem-solving with NSM and National agencies across the country for approvals to offer make-good opportunities that maximize inventory opportunities on time
Notify all program changes, specials, etc., through the electronic order system as soon as reportable
Communicate any revenue changes in new/existing orders to Sales Management
Communicate with the traffic department regarding order entry, spot placement, and formatting.
Research billing discrepancies and reconcile credit memos as required prior to the month-end
Maintain national political public files, as well as updates to the FCC political website.
Maintain organized filing systems in a timely manner
Develop a thorough understanding of Comscore ratings, WO Sales, and other research tools.
Work cooperatively with managers, co-workers, and clients to deliver a high level of service.
Capable of learning new systems and software promptly and thoroughly.
Other duties as assigned by Sales Management