Sales Account Executive

Role Overview

The Sales Account Executive will be responsible for meeting and exceeding sales targets, developing long-term advertising relationships, and utilizing professional sales techniques to grow Lamar advertising sales and relationships in the community. The role will involve a combination of in-office and field work, with a focus on developing new product knowledge and selling skills. The Sales Account Executive will work closely with the sales team to meet and exceed sales objectives and will be responsible for maintaining organized and up-to-date records of clients and sales activity.

What You Will Do

The Sales Account Executive will perform a variety of tasks, including meeting and exceeding sales targets, targeting businesses in the assigned area, and visiting established Lamar clients and competitors’ clients. The role will also involve developing new product knowledge and selling skills, participating in sales meetings and regional meetings, and performing administrative duties such as maintaining daily, weekly, and monthly sales plans and following up on client production orders.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate will have a strong ability to make cold calls, communicate professionally, and exhibit effective time management and self-organization. The candidate will also have a knack for making connections and gaining the trust of others, as well as intrinsic self-motivation to overcome challenges and meet goals. The Sales Account Executive will be responsible for meeting a sales quota and utilizing general sales techniques, and will work closely with the sales team to meet and exceed sales objectives.

Requirements

• Current and Valid Driver’s License
• College Degree preferred
• Previous Outdoor Advertising sales experience preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• CRM experience preferred

Benefits

• Paid holidays
• Monthly auto and cell allowances
• Comprehensive training program
• Multiple medical plan options
• Health savings account
• Dental and vision insurance
• Short and long-term disability and paid parental leave
• 120 hours of paid time off (PTO)
• 12 paid company holidays
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Up to $1,200 value in employer-paid HSA contributions and cash rewards for engaging in our wellness program