Sales Executive

Description:

Company DescriptionNine is Australia’s largest locally owned media company – the home of Australia’s most trusted and loved brands spanning News, Sport, Lifestyle, and Entertainment. We pride ourselves on creating the best content, accessed by consumers when and how they want – across Publishing, Broadcasting and Digital.Nine’s assets include the 9Network, major mastheads such as The Sydney Morning Herald, The Age and The Australian Financial Review, radio stations 2GB, 3AW, 4BC and 6PR, digital properties such as nine.com.au, 9Now, 9Honey, Pedestrian.TV, Drive, subscription video platform Stan and a majority investment in Domain Group.Our Purpose: We shape culture by sparking conversations, challenging perspectives, and entertaining our communities.We bring people together by celebrating the big occasions and connecting the everyday moments. Australia belongs here. We bring our purpose to life via three shared values: We walk the talk, turn over every stone and keep it human.Job DescriptionAs a Sales Executive for Nine in Publishing, you will be responsible for campaigns and deal sales across Australia's #1 Metro Mastheads, the Sydney Morning Herald and The Age, as well as Australia's national Business Masthead, The Australian Financial Review. In addition to our Mastheads, Publishing Sales Executives are responsible for sales across the Nine.com.au portfolio, which includes 9News, 9Honey, Wide World Of Sports and more.You will work within a fast-paced, high-performing and energetic sales team who push boundaries and lead the way!Day to day duties include:Effectively managing a pipeline of briefs and proactive ideas to meet and exceed revenue targets, whilst accurately forecasting revenue to the businessCommunicate product value in order to educate clients and deliver on product salesMaintain a strong knowledge of online video and display, native content, performance media and programmatic buyingWork with several departments and stakeholders to deliver leading solutions for your partnersDeliver solutions to your clients that are strategically and creatively led showcasing your deep knowledge of your client’s businessWork closely with our Powered team to deliver new and relevant opportunities for brandsFacilitate the sale of program sponsorships, sports sponsorships and spot packagesMaintain client and account listsQualificationsYou will be a solid team player, who shows commitment to the team's purpose and effectively contributes and shares skills/knowledge with others. You’ll have an ability to absorb information and act accordingly.You will be proactive in discussing solutions and raising ideas for improvement in a positive and professional way, allowing you to build strong relationships.What we're looking for:2+ years media experience, preferably within Sales or Digital (essential)Excellent communication, relationship and account management skillsProven ability of delivering revenue success and forecastingStrong analytical skills, ability to understand revenue trends and use data to influence sales strategyHighly organised with exceptional attention to detail and ability to meet deadlinesStrong Excel and PowerPoint skillsGood understanding of the digital media landscapeStrong presentation skills. Ability to build presentations from scratch and present to all sizes of groupsGood understanding of the programmatic landscape and how to influence programmatic revenue (not essential)Additional InformationBeing part of our Nine Sales team means you will benefit from:Competitive Sales Incentive Scheme that rewards and recognises performance & success.Sales Academy – our bespoke training and development program for Sales.Complimentary subscriptions to all our platforms including Sydney Morning Herald, AFR, The Age, Brisbane Times and WA today.Access to the Employee Exclusives program, which could include experiences like sitting courtside at the Australian Open or being on the sidelines for State of Origin.Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:At Nine, we are committed to fostering a workforce that embraces all aspects of diversity and inclusion and where practices are equitable to ensure our people experience a sense of belonging. From day one, you'll be encouraged to bring your whole self to work and will be supported to perform at your best. Should you require any adjustments to the recruitment process in order to equitably participate, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application.We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, and of all ages, nationalities, backgrounds and cultures.Work rights: Please note to apply for this role you must already have the right to lawfully work and live in Australia.