Sales PlannerRole summaryThe key purpose of this position (Sales Planner) is to provide support in all processes and activities relating to the day-to-day functioning of the sales department.Core ResponsibilitiesDay-to-day Support in Sales Maintenance includes the development of linear and digital sales propositions and orders as well as active oversight of client production status and material delivery.
Sales Planner will be responsible for all reconciliations of clients media plans.Thorough Understanding of Our Channel Activities.
The Sales Planner needs to be fully aware of what is happening with our properties.
Also the Sales Planner needs to be aware of channel status of all client-related creative development.
Knowing the channels break structure the Sales Planner must evaluate a clients media plan and verify that the plan can be met.
On those occasions when it cannot the Sales Planner should offer alternative time periods / programs to the client before the order is input into the Traffic System.Understanding and involvement in the overall sales process.
From initial pitching of an account to order processing and on-going account maintenance including but not limited to invoicing traffic-related tasks etc.Client contact.
Given their knowledge of a client the Sales Planner is the eyes and ears of the account executive when this one is not available.Preferred EducationBA or BS degree Marketing Communications Finance or Administration.KnowledgeLanguages: Bilingual (Spanish / English) with proficiency in English both oral and writtenRelevant sales and / or media experienceProficient in Microsoft Office Programs: Solid Computer Skills with High Level of Knowledge and Comfort with the use of the personal computers as the role requires daily use of Microsoft Office programs as well as other industry and company specific addition in this role he / she will need to have a general use of the internet as a source of information.RequirementsMinimum of 2 years of experience in sales planning and minimum of 1 year of entertainment experience preferred.Understanding of Offline and Online Media: The Sales Planner should have a working knowledge of the industry key channel networks and multichannel media.Understanding of the Sales and Client Servicing Process: Learn and begin to activate the process and the steps that are required from initial contact through successful completion of the order.
Attention to detail is vital so that all activities occur as planned.
Demonstrate interpersonal skills that support building an effective relationship with clients and colleagues.Compliance with Established Deadlines: The Planner must coordinate with clients to deliver plans in accordance with the established Traffic deadlines.SkillsStrong interpersonal skills with an ability to build effective relationshipsAbility to work effectively in team environmentPerformance Under Pressure: the Sales Planner on a regular basis will deal with many individuals often under time constraints and pressures.
Given this likely scenario the coordinator should be an easy-going individual who can work well under pressure and with individuals of varying personalities.Ability to multitask and effectively function in an ever-changing business environmentSelf-motivated individual who knows where to go to find answers to questions.
A Team Player and Self Motivated the Sales Planner is a critical member of the team and needs to have a positive attitude about being a contributing member of the team and supporting a positive environment for their colleagues.
Also the coordinator needs to have a high degree of self-motivation to seek out answers to questions.Strong numerical aptitude and business decision-makingLegal NoticeWe are an equal opportunity employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, or national origin.
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