Sales Associate - (sales support)
About The Position
USA TODAY Co., Inc. is a diversified media company with expansive reach at the national and local level dedicated to empowering and enriching communities. We seek to inspire, inform, and connect audiences as a sustainable, growth focused media and digital marketing solutions company. Through our trusted brands, including the USA TODAY NETWORK, comprised of the national publication, USA TODAY, and local media organizations, including our network of local properties, in the United States, and Newsquest, a wholly-owned subsidiary operating in the United Kingdom, we provide essential journalism, local content, and digital experiences to audiences and businesses. We deliver high-quality, trusted content with a commitment to balanced, unbiased journalism, where and when consumers want to engage. Our digital marketing solutions brand, LocaliQ, supports small and medium-sized businesses with innovative digital marketing products and solutions. USA TODAY Co. open roles are featured on various external job boards. When applying to a position at USA TODAY Co., you should be completing an application on USA TODAY Co. Careers via Dayforce. Job postings directing you to complete an application on other external sites may not be valid. To connect with us, visit www.usatodayco.com The Sales Associate plays a key supporting role within the local sales team, serving as a point of contact for new client setup, sales enablement, media planning, and day-to-day administrative needs. This role is essential in driving operational efficiency, supporting revenue-generating activities, and enhancing client engagement through timely and accurate support.
Requirements
- 1–3 years of experience in sales support, marketing, or media preferred
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (especially PowerPoint and Excel)
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with Salesforce or similar CRM systems a plus
Responsibilities
- Client Onboarding & Account Setup: Serve as the primary point of contact for setting up new client accounts, including providing billing guidance, sharing the credit application link, and coordinating payment option communications.
- Sales Resources & Enablement: Act as a resource for sales essentials including case studies, rate cards, sales guidelines, and required forms. Submit custom insights and sales enablement requests on behalf of the team.
- Market & Client Research: Conduct readership and market insights research and clean up client-provided data files for match-back requests (1–2 per week).
- Data Validation & CRM Compliance: Review prospect lists provided by Account Executives to validate data and ensure compliance with Rules of Engagement using Salesforce.
- Media Planning & Event Support: Assist with media planning and provide support for local market events, trade shows, and sales collateral such as flyers and one-sheets.
- Leadership Support: Provide administrative and sales support to the Market Leader and/or General Manager as needed.
- Custom Reporting: Edit reporting to include non-standard elements and products as needed.
- Account Management: Provide daily support for larger book of business being the main point of contact for smaller accounts, as needed.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage options
- HSA/FSA options
- Life & pet insurance
- Wellness and fitness programs
- 401(k) with company match
- Generous time off, including paid holidays
- Remote Work Flexibility with some travel to office as needed
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
