Summary:
The Business Development Manager will spearhead sales and revenue growth initiatives for the Southern California News Group's Metro team. Collaborating with senior management, this role will develop and execute the digital sales strategy while overseeing the Business Development team to achieve overall success. The Business Development Manager will also actively participate in securing new business opportunities alongside their team.
Must be located in the Los Angeles area with monthly onsite expectations in Irvine, CA.
What you will do:
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Attain advertising revenue goals by establishing individual and team sales performance goals, forecasting team revenue, and managing monthly expense budgets
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Coach and manage Business Development Executives both in the field and on calls with potential clients
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Evaluate and improve advertising solutions, team structures, and inefficient processes to enhance daily business operations, optimize workflow, and streamline systems
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Cross-sell multiple products and packages
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Collaborate with and support key internal stakeholders and external partners to develop incremental local and national revenue opportunities
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Develop and execute strategic business plans to achieve sales targets and expand market share
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Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and key industry partners
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Stay informed about market trends, competitor activity, and new advertising technologies
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Respond to ad-hoc analytics requests to track internal performance and generate reports
What you will bring:
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Proven ability to manage a sales team and 4-5 years of experience in digital media sales
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Demonstrated experience establishing client relationships and closing deals through consultative selling
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Ability to cross sell multiple products and packages
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Strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills
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Analytical skills for data-driven reporting, forecasting, and goal-setting
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Proficiently with Salesforce, Google AdWords and Google Analytics
Benefits and Compensation:
The annual salary range is $90,000 - $100,000 plus uncapped commission. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to geographic location, education, work experience, time in role, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, the Company offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, 401k, as well as paid time off and select paid holidays (all benefits are based on eligibility). Please click the following link for more detailed information:
www.mybensite.com/mng
Who we are:
In 2016, the Southern California News Group (SCNG) rapidly became a major U.S. news organization bringing together prominent publications like the Orange County Register and Riverside Press-Enterprise under the MediaNews Group umbrella. SCNG has become the largest news content provider in the five-county Los Angeles metropolitan area, boasting a leading circulation nationwide with 11 daily newspapers and over a dozen community weeklies. Our mission is to connect communities by providing readers with top-notch local news coverage and offering advertisers unparalleled access to a diverse and engaged audience. No matter the distribution vehicle - newspaper, magazine, mobile, online - SCNG's in-depth reporting on local news, politics, sports, and entertainment attracts a highly desirable audience of over 8.1 million adults weekly. This makes SCNG the leading local news provider and an indispensable marketing solution for Southern California advertisers.
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EEO Statement:
We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
How To Apply:
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Please submit an online application along with your resume for this position here https://myworkdaycenter.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/MNG/job/Anaheim-California/Business-Development-Manager_R2383.
Closing Date:
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Continuous recruitment until the position is filled
Conditions of Employment:
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A full pre-employment background check and MVR will be conducted as part of the selection process. Must be willing to submit and pass the necessary required checks
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Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and have reliable transportation
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Travel – This position entails occasional driving for work assignments, training sessions, and/or in-person meetings. The employee will be responsible for transporting themselves between different sites as needed
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What We Do
At MediaNews Group, our employees are our greatest asset.
MediaNews Group (MNG) was established in 1985 and has over 4,000 employees nationwide including subsidiaries and other corporate affiliates. There are more than 100 different brands within our portfolio. In addition to our print products, we are a client-centric digital organization that brings scale, precision, and sophistication to digital marketing. Leveraging the belief that people matter as much as technology, our suite of products, including Adtaxi, helps advertisers solve complex marketing challenges with custom, performance-driven solutions. Readers turn to us for all the news and information that matters to them nationwide. Adtaxi is an exclusive program with the ability to reach 196M or 95% of the U.S. wired population that was established in 2010. Learn more at www.medianewsgroup.com.
Why Work With Us
We are a team-first culture that ensures every employee has the opportunity to grow and learn. At MNG, we promote from within and work with team members to achieve their full potential. We truly believe that failure is not a setback, but an opportunity. Join our team and feel good about what you're doing and where you're going!
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