We have a exciting opportunity for a Senior Account Manager to join a leading newspaper group specialising in Agriculture. This position is based in Dublin 12.
Reporting to the Head of Sales you will be responsible for managing and developing media channels to maximise revenue from designated channels and their respective platforms including print, digital, events.
You will also be responsible for the below duties:
* Manage and develop the team
* Achieve sales targets across all designated categories
* Grow digital revenue in designated categories
* Identify and execute new initiatives to grow sales revenue through print, online platforms, events and Traction Marketing Solutions
* Coordinate assigned commercial projects across all departments to maximise project success across all agreed KPI’S
* Coordinate the sales, marketing and technical strategy for the business with the Telesales Manager, Head of Sales, Marketing & Circulation Manager & the Digital team
* Develop & implement sales coaching and training programme for sales team in conjunction with Head of Sales
* Develop and manage sales customer relationships with current and new businesses across all designated channels
DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Manage and develop team while simultaneously managing and growing revenue across all available platforms
* Develop new sales revenue and relationships across designated channels for business
* Manage current key client relationships across designated channels
* Sell advertising across print & digital platforms
* In agreement with management sell across new/additional categories as required
* Attend relevant events nationally and internationally to develop relationships with current and new advertisers and grow advertising revenue
* Develop and implement a digital and social media strategy to grow awareness and revenues in conjunction with the Telesales Manager, Head of Sales and marketing team
* HR/people management responsibilities including performance management, time and attendance record management, staff development and recruitment
* Monitor all print and online classified competitors and respond accordingly to market changes
* Work with editorial to create partnerships with relevant organisations
QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS / EXPERIENCE:
* 3 - 5 years plus sales and account management experience
* Knowledge of agriculture essential
* Track record in achieving and exceeding sales targets
* Ability to originate and develop relevant sales and marketing ideas to grow revenue
* I.T., digital and social media proficiency
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
* Flexibility and adaptability
* Team player
* Project coordinator skills
* Ability to work to strict deadlines
* Full clean driving license essential
HOURS: 9.00am to 5.30pm ( 37� hours per week )
Monday to Friday
Excellent benefits package on offer
Salary Negotiable
My client will accept CVs from candidates looking for either a fixed term or permanent contract *
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