Digital Sales Planner

Aquent; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic Planning team at a legendary company known for its innovative contributions to entertainment. As a Sales Planner, you'll play a pivotal role in managing client relationships and optimizing sales strategies. This position offers a vibrant, results-driven environment where your organizational skills and attention to detail will shine. Collaborate with various departments to ensure seamless campaign execution and contribute to a collaborative Ad Sales team. If you're enthusiastic about learning and thrive in a fast-paced setting, this is the perfect opportunity to advance your career and make a meaningful impact.

Benefits

Subsidized Health Plans

Vision and Dental Plans

Paid Sick Leave

Retirement Plans with Matching

Free Online Training

Qualifications

• 2+ years of media sales planning or buying experience preferred.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage RFP process from proposal generation to order entry.
• Collaborate with Sales and Revenue Management teams.
• Support client requests and enhance operational efficiency.

Skills

Media Sales Planning

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Collaboration

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Media Math Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Operative One

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Our client is seeking a Sales Planner to join our dynamic Planning team! For this role, we’re looking for a highly detail-oriented and organized individual. Are you someone who displays a dedication to learning and growing in a high-energy environment? We are looking for a strong communicator who can build and maintain impactful relationships, both internally and externally. If you are seeking an exciting opportunity in a results-driven, fun sales environment, this could be your next move!

Responsibilities:

1. Support a dedicated book(s) of business, managing the RFP process from proposal generation to order entry across assigned brands and business verticals.
2. Partner internally with Sales and Revenue Management to implement packaging and pricing strategies, as defined by Revenue Management rate cards and guidelines.
3. Maintain the pipeline in collaboration with your Sales team.
4. Execute budget revisions including incremental spend, optimizations, makegoods, and cancellations.
5. Collaborate with departments such as Ad Ops, Inventory Analytics, Streaming Solutions, and Measurement Solutions to fulfill client requests and support sales proposals.
6. Partner with the Ad Ops team to execute campaigns, maximize delivery against contracted goals, and address client reporting needs.
7. Collaborate with the Finance team to assist with billing processes.
8. Communicate effectively with agency contacts to address RFP deliverables and ad hoc requests.
9. Identify areas for improvement within the pre-sale process and recommend solutions to enhance operational efficiency.
10. Assist in preparing and following up for client meetings, reviewing industry and account-specific information as needed.

Experience:

1. 2+ years of professional experience; media sales planning and/or buying experience is strongly preferred.
2. Enthusiasm to work in a collaborative Ad Sales team environment.
3. A positive demeanor and approach in daily tasks.
4. Effective problem-solving and multi-tasking abilities.
5. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
6. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
7. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
8. Motivated to learn and take on new responsibilities.
9. Knowledge of media math and terminology is advantageous.
10. Familiarity with Operative One and the TV landscape is beneficial.

The target compensation range is $34.28 to $38.09 per hour, based on education, experience, certifications, and location.

About Aquent Talent:

Aquent Talent connects top talent in marketing, creative, and design with major brands. Our eligible talent access benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, retirement plans with matching, and free online training through Aquent Gymnasium. More info on our benefits!

Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer, valuing diversity and inclusion, and evaluates applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics.

Client Description

This legendary company has entertained, informed, and inspired audiences worldwide for over 90 years. Recognized as one of Forbes’ top companies to work for, it offers opportunities to work behind-the-scenes on TV shows, movies, and more. Join us to start the next chapter of your career and contribute to creating memorable experiences globally.

Aquent is committed to diversity and inclusion, evaluating qualified applicants fairly and without bias.