Sales Advertising Representative
Cumulus Media Inc.

Company Overview

Cumulus | Allentown, PA currently features local stations in the Greater Lehigh Valley & Pocono, PA area include WLEV-FM - 100.7, WODE-FM - 99.9 The Hawk, 94.7 FM/WEEX-AM - Lehigh Valley FOX Sports, WCTO-FM/WWYY-FM - Cat Country 96 & 107.1, plus WCTO-FM is also home to the Philadelphia Eagles Radio Network. C-SUITE is our portfolio of Digital Advertising Solutions for Local Businesses.

Position Overview

Cumulus Media | Allentown, PA is seeking a talented and dynamic Sales Advertising Representative who thrives in a fast-paced working environment. We are looking for a passionate, motivated, goal-oriented and highly competitive individual with a proven track record of over-achieving sales goals. We hire driven, resourceful, organized, customer-focused problem solvers who have great communication skills and the ability to cultivate client relationships. In return, we offer a unique career opportunity: one where you are given a challenging mission, world-class tools to help you succeed, and the chance to realize your full potential as a sale's professional.

The Sales Advertising Representative identifies and develops new business opportunities; grows existing client relationships; offers solutions that help clients achieve their business goals; closes business and meets or exceeds set sales targets.

Key Responsibilities & Qualifications

Key Responsibilities:

• Able to identify client business needs by gaining a deep understanding of their goals, objectives and processes as well as their external environment including key market and consumer trends to proactively develop customized advertising solutions to meet client objectives
• Deliver effective multi-platform, integrated sales presentations (broadcast, digital, events); negotiation and closing
• Beyond our broadcast products, have strong familiarity and become full-versed in selling both Cumulus' station digital assets (e.g. streaming, stations website and social advertising) and digital audience extension products to deliver a complete marketing solution to advertisers
• Excel at prospecting and aggressively seeking new clientele by networking, cold calling, canvassing, referrals or other means to build and maintain a full pipeline of sales prospects
• Follow all station and corporate procedures for preparing orders, resolving billing issues, submitting regular reports regarding sales, pipeline lists, forecasts and competitive analysis
• Stay abreast of the competitive landscape and emerging technologies to best position Cumulus in the marketplace
• Think creatively and generate original ideas

Qualifications:

• Outgoing, Self-Motivated, Disciplined and Organized
• Persuasive Verbal, Written and Presentation Communication Skills
• Solution-Based, Problem-Solving Skills
• Understanding of radio and digital strategies, including but not limited to building a radio schedule based on reach/frequency, programmatic display, geo-fencing, email marketing, social, pre-roll video, OTT, SEO, Google Ads and website design
• Understanding of Lead Generation, CRM and Account Management
• Capable of Initiating and Cultivating Long-Term Relationships
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Marketing or Relative Field Preferred
• Familiarity with the Greater Lehigh Valley & Pocono, PA Business Community and Media/Digital Sales Experience Helpful
• Experience in Nielsen TAPSCAN helpful but not required
• Valid Driver's License and Vehicle Required

What We Offer

• Competitive Pay
• Focused, responsible and collaborative work environment with the ability, to ask "what if" and try innovative solutions
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance coverage
• 401K with company match
• Paid Vacation, Sick & Holiday time off
• Parental leave time off benefits, life insurance, disability insurance, wellness, and an employee referral bonus program

For immediate consideration, please visit https://jobs.cumulusmedia.com/jobs
For more information about Cumulus Media, visit our website at: https://www.cumulusmedia.com/

EEO Statement

CUMULUS MEDIA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

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