Sales and Campaign Coordinator

Lamar Advertising•Springfield, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Lamar Advertising is hiring two Sales and Campaign Coordinators for its Springfield, Missouri office. The position provides administrative support to the sales team throughout the sales cycle, before and after contracts are signed. Coordinators prospect new customer leads, prepare sales presentations and proposals, and coordinate advertising campaigns sold by Account Executives. They help ensure campaigns are executed on time and according to contract while providing excellent customer service. Other duties may be assigned by Account Executives, the Sales Manager, or the General Manager. No prior advertising experience is required, and training is provided. The role is based in an office and follows a Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. schedule. The primary work environment is an office. The job involves sitting more than 50% of the time, reading, distinguishing colors, visual acuity, talking, and lifting less than 25% of the time. Travel and nights away from home are typically less than 10% of the time.

Requirements

Excellent command of the English language.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Gmail applications.
Strong interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations, with poise, tact, and diplomacy.
Ability to enter and compile data accurately and on time.
Energy, enthusiasm, and ability to meet deadlines.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Creativity, initiative, and commercial awareness.
Knowledge of common public relations practices.
Strong written (email) and verbal communication skills.
A systematic, detail-oriented approach to work.
Comfort working in a deadline-driven environment.
Ability to work independently and act on one's own initiative.
Problem-solving ability.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Two years of related experience; sales, marketing, or administrative experience is preferred.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree.
Experience in data management and Gmail.
Related experience in sales, marketing, or administrative roles.

Responsibilities

Prospect new customer leads for the sales team.
Prepare sales presentations and proposals.
Provide product, promotion, and pricing information by clarifying customer requests, selecting and forwarding appropriate information, and answering questions.
Coordinate and enter requests for charting or assist with the charting function.
Coordinate and enter requests for conceptual sample artwork for Account Executives.
Maintain customer databases or CRM records by entering customer profiles and updates and preparing and distributing reports.
Track sales expenses by consolidating, analyzing, and summarizing expenses and forwarding them for reimbursement.
Maintain job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities.
Coordinate and monitor campaign activities and internal communications to ensure timely, contractual campaign execution and excellent customer service.
Inform Account Executives and customers about advertising campaign status.
Coordinate, manage, and review campaign progress; deliver customer installation and proof-of-performance information.
Coordinate or obtain client approval for artwork.
Coordinate and communicate panel locations when locations are to be determined.
Resolve campaign problems by investigating issues, identifying solutions, and notifying Account Executives, managers, and customers.

Benefits

120 hours of paid time off, increasing with tenure.
12 paid company holidays.
Comprehensive training program.
Career advancement opportunities.
Ongoing professional development and internal leadership programs.
Multiple medical plan options.
Hospital, accident, and critical illness coverage.
Short- and long-term disability coverage.
Paid parental leave.
Dental and vision insurance.
401(k) plan with company match.
Employee stock purchase program.
Up to $1,200 in employer-paid HSA contributions and cash rewards for participating in the wellness program.
A people-first culture that invests in connection, community involvement, and transparency around employee feedback.