Local Sales Manager

At Cox Media, we believe in recognizing outstanding work, investing in our teams and building authentic relationships. With nearly 30 offices in 13 different states, Cox Media covers 19 markets and 6 million households across our aggregated footprint, connecting advertisers of all sizes to audiences across multiple screens. Using everything from cable TV to the latest digital products, we create multi-platform advertising campaigns to exceed our clients' marketing objectives.

Cox Media is looking for an exceptional Local Sales Manager to lead, manage and coach a team of Account Executives who sell innovative television and digital advertising solutions to local businesses.

Responsibilities:

Manage local sales team and oversee all sales activities creating a high-performing, fun and successful team environment

Spends significant time with Account Executives in the field and attend client meetings to enhance account relationships and provide coaching opportunities

Attract, hire and develop new sales talent who thrive in a fast-paced, creative culture

Use Cox Media television networks and digital advertising solutions as the foundation of marketing campaigns to grow revenue in local and regional markets

Provide on-going training to further enhance team performance and ensure team meets and/or exceeds goals

Communicate sales activities with senior leadership and report on sales metrics, forecasts, budget variance and other key sales metrics

Represent Cox Media in the business community by attending local events and building relationships with key decision makers

Qualifications: Minimum

3-5 years of media, cable or digital advertising sales experience

Strong leadership, motivational and sales skills with a proven track record of success

Highly organized and able to multi-task in an extremely fast paced environment

Ability to communicate effectively with clients and all levels of personnel

Valid driver's license and clean driving record

Preferred

Bachelor's degree in Sales, Marketing or Business or equivalent experience

2+ years experience leading a team of 5 or more people

PLEASE APPLY ONLINE: jobs.coxenterprises.com/xc/208677?utm_medium=job_posting&utm_source=radio_online&utm_campaign=cci_job_posting EOE

(01-22-21)