Account Advisor - Retail - Local Sales

Gannett; Columbus (OH); Remote; Full time

Job summary

Gannett is seeking an Inside Sales / Account Advisor for its LocaliQ division in Columbus, OH. This full-time remote role offers a competitive base salary starting at $40,000 with on-target earnings up to $80,000. You will engage in sales and develop client relationships while leveraging innovative marketing solutions. Ideal candidates possess at least 2 years of sales experience and strong communication skills, thriving in a fast-paced environment. Comprehensive benefits and ongoing career development are available.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Career Development Training

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of digital marketing sales experience.
• Proven ability to build strong business relationships.
• Fearless approach to new business development.

Responsibilities

• Make 50-60 high-volume calls per day.
• Sell a wide range of market-leading solutions.
• Deliver relevant messages to local consumers.

Skills

Communication Skills

Sales Experience

Networking Skills

Education

Equivalent education in sales or digital marketing

Tools

CRM systems like Salesforce.com

Job description

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Gannett Co., Inc. (NYSE: GCI) 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 scalable, growth focused media and digital marketing solutions company. We endeavor to deliver essential content, marketing solutions, and experiences for curated audiences, advertisers, consumers, and stakeholders by leveraging our diverse teams and suite of products to enrich the local communities and businesses we serve. Our current portfolio of trusted media brands includes the USA TODAY NETWORK, comprised of the national publication, USA TODAY, and local media organizations in the United States, and Newsquest, a wholly-owned subsidiary operating in the United Kingdom. Our digital marketing solutions brand, LocaliQ, uses innovation and software to enable small and medium-sized businesses to grow, and USA TODAY NETWORK Ventures, our events division, creates impactful consumer engagements, promotions, and races. Gannett open roles are featured on various external job boards. When applying to a position at Gannett, you should be completing an application onGannett CareersviaDayforce.Job postings directing you to complete an application on other external sites may not be valid. To connect with us, visitwww.gannett.com

Join Our Team at LocaliQ as an Inside Sales / Account Advisor!

Are you ready to take your sales career to the next level? At LocaliQ, we offer an exciting opportunity for you to grow and thrive as a true sales professional. As a remote Inside Sales / Account Advisor, you'll experience the thrill of making the sale while acting as a trusted consultant to our clients.

While this is a full-time remote role, we are looking for applicants residing in the Columbus, OH or surrounding areas!

Why This Role is Exciting:

• Diverse Solutions Portfolio: You'll sell a wide range of market-leading solutions, including SEM, SEO, Social Media, YouTube, OTT/CTV, Target Display, Websites, Live Chat, and more. This variety keeps your work dynamic and engaging.
• Innovative Tools: Leverage our suite of marketing automation, channel campaign management, CRM, and insight tools to deliver relevant messages to local consumers.
• Entrepreneurial Spirit: If you're highly entrepreneurial, confident, and passionate with a proven track record of sales achievement, this role is perfect for you.

What’s In It For You:

• Competitive Compensation: A $40,000 base pay, with On-Target Earnings from $80,000 depending on experience in media sales and digital marketing.
• Exciting Industry: Work in a fast-paced industry that keeps things exciting and fresh.
• Award-Winning Products: Sell products and services you can be proud of, knowing they deliver real results for our clients.
• Great Work Environment: Join a supportive and collaborative team that values your contributions. 100% remote
• Comprehensive Benefits: Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO, and more.
• Career Development: Ongoing training and growth opportunities including our mentor program.

What We’re Looking For:

• Sales Experience: At least 2 years of digital marketing sales experience or equivalent education. Sales Experience preferred.
• Fearless Approach: No fear of new business development, making 50-60 high-volume calls per day.
• Networking Skills: Proven ability to build strong business relationships and a successful track record to back it up.
• B2B Expertise: Experience in digital/advertising sales with local market connections.
• Communication Skills: Outstanding communication, influencing, and negotiation skills.
• CRM Proficiency: Experience with CRM systems like Salesforce.com.
• Integrity and Initiative: High level of personal integrity and initiative.
• Digital Marketing Knowledge: Familiarity with key marketing solutions such as SEM, SEO, Social Media, Reputation Management, Streaming, Programmatic, and OTT.

Ready to Join Us?

If you're talented, driven, creative, and passionate about supporting local businesses, we want to hear from you! Apply today and become part of our success story at LocaliQ.

We can't wait to see what you bring to our team!

#LI-JF1; #LI-Remote

The hourly rate for this role will range between $17.00 and $19.24. Base compensation is reflective of many factors, including, but not limited to, the market in which one lives/works, individual education level, skills, certifications and experience. Note: variable compensation is not reflected in these figures and based on the role, may be applicable

Gannett Co., Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a diverse workforce. As such, we will consider all qualified applicants for employment and do not discriminate in connection with employment decisions on the basis of an applicant or employee’s race, color, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, citizenship status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, marital status, personal appearance (including height and weight), sexual orientation, family responsibilities, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), education, genetic characteristics or information, political affiliation, military or veteran status or other classifications protected by applicable federal, state and local laws in the jurisdictions where Gannett employs employees. In addition, Gannett Co., Inc. will provide applicants who require a reasonable accommodation, as a result of an applicant’s disability or religion, to complete this employment application and/or any other process in connection with an individuals’ application for employment with Gannett Co., Inc. Applicants who require such accommodation should contact Gannett Co., Inc.’s Recruitment Department at [e-mail].