Account Executive

Clear Channel Outdoor Job Summary: The Account Executive meets and exceeds local and national sales goals by selling our outstanding inventory to qualified advertisers by developing new business through direct to customer outreach and high-level agency contacts. This role develops and maintains long-term advertising relationships by presenting comprehensive proposals and competitive, profitable pricing structures in collaboration with our Sales, Marketing and Operations teams across our broad range of digital and printed inventory. Job Responsibilities Drives for revenue goal attainment on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis. Prospects and develops new customer relationships, persuasively communicates strategies for meeting customer needs. Regularly conducts outside sales activities, including but not limited to obtaining orders and/or contracts for Clear Channel services, while away from the Clear Channel’s place(s) of business, including away from a home office (if applicable). Ensures customer satisfaction by facilitating all aspects of the customer's account in cooperation with creative, operations, marketing, and finance staff. Determines project pricing based on guidelines from management. Negotiates fees or services with clients with management approval. Oversees project from start to finish and ensures client satisfaction. Delivers proof of performance (POP) to clients. Accompanies clients on market tours to showcase outdoor inventory. Communicates and coordinates with Ad Ops and other internal departments. Completes other duties as assigned or requested. Job Qualifications Education Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education, training, experience, or military experience preferred. Work Experience Minimum two (2) years of sales experience or other relevant work experience required. Five (5) + years of sales experience preferred. Demonstrated track record of business-to-business and progressive sales experience preferred. Knowledge of territory is preferred. Skilled in working closely with customers to develop and cultivate client relationships to grow accounts. Sales achievement with experience in consultative or “needs” based selling techniques. Proficient in Microsoft software applications (i.e., Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint) and social media platforms. Competencies Account Management : Building long-term, value-based relationships with accounts, developing business, and maximizing the revenue they generate while reducing the time and costs in managing them. Fostering Communication : Listening and communicating openly, honestly, and respectfully with different audiences, promoting dialogue and effectively gets message across. Initiative : Dealing with situations and issues proactively and persistently, seizing opportunities that arise. Managing the Sales Process : Following the organization’s sales methodology in applying skills and resources to achieve sales targets. Negotiating : Seeking to resolve different perspectives or matters of dispute by discovering shared interests and finding mutually acceptable solutions. Networking : Establishing, sustaining, and fostering professional contacts to build, enhance, and connect networks for work purposes. Presentation : Preparing and delivering presentations in a variety of formal and informal settings, engaging the audience, and managing the logistical components of the presentation such as the location and technology. 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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Attendance is an essential function of the job. Attendance in weekly/monthly meetings is required. This position primarily involves working both in an office environment and in the field, making sales calls, and servicing existing accounts. Employee must have the ability to lift and move items up to 15 pounds. Employee must have the ability to see written documents and computer screens, and to adjust focus. Other Requirements Able to travel outside of the office at least 50% of the time for meetings and industry events. Has a valid driver’s license. Access to a reliable vehicle. Location Phoenix, AZ: 2325 East Camelback Road, Suite 250, 85016 Position Type Regular The Company is an equal opportunity employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status. Our organization participates in E-Verify. Know Your Rights Clear Channel Outdoor is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or otherwise participate in the recruiting process, please direct your inquiries to MyHR at View phone number on click.appcast.io or email us at View email address on click.appcast.io When you call this number to request an accommodation, you must have the information related to the specific position you are interested in (requisition number, job title, location, etc.). At Clear Channel Outdoor, we're more than a leader in Out-of-Home advertising. We're pioneers shaping the future of how brands connect with people in the real world. As one of the largest and most innovative advertising platforms in the U.S., we're redefining the power of OOH media with cutting-edge creativity, impactful digital billboards, advanced data analytics, and measurement solutions. But what truly sets us apart is our people. Our employees describe Clear Channel Outdoor as a place where collaboration thrives, where teams explore solutions together, and, where the supportive culture created by coworkers fuels motivation and success. We believe in investing in our culture because we know that great business outcomes start with engaged, supported employees. Here, you'll find opportunities to grow your career, make a difference, and do meaningful work that creates a positive impact both inside and outside in the communities we serve. Joining our team means helping to push the boundaries of what's possible in Out-of-Home - and doing it in an environment where people, passion, and purpose come together to drive progress. As an equal opportunity workplace, we believe that being yourself 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. Benefits and Perks Health, dental and vision plan options Spending and health savings accounts Employee assistance program Critical illness and accident insurance Life and disability insurance 401(k) Retirement with company match Paid time off Additional discount programs and benefits Identity theft protection Legal insurance Pet insurance Gym memberships Home and auto insurance Professional Development Opportunities Leadership development program Peer coaching Collaborative career development plans Training & development #J-18808-Ljbffr