Clear Channel Outdoor Sales Assistant

Clear Channel Outdoor; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care plans

401(k) Savings Plan

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

Clear Channel Outdoor in Chicago, IL seeks a Sales Assistant to partner with branch, sales, and marketing leadership and Account Executives. You will oversee account management and campaign activation processes, providing support across CRM, proposals, reporting, and internal coordination.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree and 2+ years supporting a sales function, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and Salesforce.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education, training, experience, or military experience.
• 2+ years supporting a sales function or related work experience.
• 2-3 years of experience supporting sales preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support Account Executives with CRM, (Salesforce) administration, account set up, hold management, and report preparation.
• Assist in proposal creation, RFP generation, editing, and output utilizing Proposal+ software and other internal systems.
• Assist marketing and sales leadership with research and reporting for Account Executive client prospecting and cold calling.
• Prepare campaign documents including but not limited to space and production contracts, posting instructions for both printed and digital creative assignments, commission coversheets, billing action forms, etc.
• Review and resolve billing and accounts payable issues in collaboration with the finance team.
• Generate and distribute sales, renewal, and ad hoc reports.
• Assist the sales team with internal requests from other departments, expense reports, and other administrative tasks.
• Field inbound sales calls and provide sales leadership with call back information.
• Coordinate, back up, and liaise with other branch and corporate departments, e.g., Real Estate, Marketing, Human Resources, Technology, Operations, Ad Operations, and Finance.
• Support sales leadership with contests, team communications, and presentation materials.
• Manage general office administration e.g., answer phones, order supplies, shipping, maintain files, update bulletin boards, etc.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

CRM administration

Salesforce

Proposal+ software

Internal systems

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Proposal+ software

Salesforce

CRM systems

Internal systems

Job description

Clear Channel Outdoor

Job Summary

The Sales Assistant supports the sales function by partnering with branch, sales and marketing leadership and the Account Executives. This role oversees internal processes associated with account management and campaign activation. We are looking for a seasoned assistant that enjoys working with and interacting with fellow employees.

Job Responsibilities

• Support Account Executives with CRM, (Salesforce) administration, account set up, hold management, and report preparation.
• Assist in proposal creation, RFP generation, editing, and output utilizing Proposal+ software and other internal systems.
• Assist marketing and sales leadership with research and reporting for Account Executive client prospecting and cold calling.
• Prepare campaign documents including but not limited to space and production contracts, posting instructions for both printed and digital creative assignments, commission coversheets, billing action forms, etc.
• Review and resolve billing and accounts payable issues in collaboration with the finance team.
• Generate and distribute sales, renewal, and ad hoc reports.
• Assist the sales team with internal requests from other departments, expense reports, and other administrative tasks.
• Field inbound sales calls and provide sales leadership with call back information.
• Coordinate, back up, and liaise with other branch and corporate departments, e.g., Real Estate, Marketing, Human Resources, Technology, Operations, Ad Operations, and Finance.
• Support sales leadership with contests, team communications, and presentation materials.
• Manage general office administration e.g., answer phones, order supplies, shipping, maintain files, update bulletin boards, etc.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications

Education and Certifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education, training, experience, or military experience.

Work Experience

• Minimum two years supporting a sales function or related work experience.
• 2-3 years of experience supporting sales preferred.

Skills

• Competent in Microsoft software applications (i.e., Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
• Willing to learn internal programs and systems to the level of fluency.
• Media knowledge is a plus but not required.
• Having worked with other sales organizations is also a plus but not required

Competencies

• Achievement Orientation: Focusing efforts on achieving high quality results consistent with the organization's standards.
• Adaptability: Adapts in order to work effectively in ambiguous or changing situations, and with diverse individuals and groups.
• Attention to Detail: Working in a conscientious, consistent, and thorough manner.
• Collaborating with Others: Working together with others in a cooperative and supportive manner to achieve shared goals.
• Fostering Communication: Listens and communicates openly, honestly, and respectfully with different audiences, promoting dialogue and building consensus.
• Planning and Organizing: Reaches goals that are central to organizational success by making and following plans and allocating resources effectively.

Physical Demands

The demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:

• Employee must have the ability to sit and/or stand at a desk for a minimum of 8 hours a day and complete tasks requiring repetitive use of hands.
• Employee must have the ability to see written documents, computer screens, and to adjust focus.
• This job is performed in a temperature-controlled office environment.

Targeted Compensation Range

The Targeted Compensation Range for this Illinois position is:
Min: $0.00
Max: $23.83
Hourly roles are overtime eligible; Installer roles are Productivity Pay eligible.
Bonus eligible, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan.
Comprehensive Benefits package offerings, which includes:

• Multiple Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans to choose from
• Health Care Spending Accounts (HSA and FSA Options)
• Medicare Assistance
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Optional Short Term and Long Term Disability Plans
• Company Paid Employee Life and AD&D Insurance
• Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)
• Voluntary Benefits: Critical Illness, Accident, Identity Theft Protection, Legal Assistance, and Pet Insurance
• Pre-Tax Commuter Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) Savings Plan with company match
• Paid Time Off (Accrued Vacation and Sick Plans)
• Free Digital Gym Membership and Discounted Memberships
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Employee Resource Groups

Ultimate compensation will be based on several factors, including relevant experience, skills, scope and responsibility of the position, as well as pursuant to salary market benchmarks. This salary range is a good-faith estimate of the salary for this position.

EEOC Statement

As an equal opportunity workplace, we believe that being your authentic self enables us to deliver innovative advertising solutions while enhancing our communities. Our goal is to foster an inclusive environment where we celebrate you as you are, and value your growth and passion.

Location

Chicago, IL: 222 Merchandise Mart, Suite 570, 60654

Position Type

Regular

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