Manager Sales Planning

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Your role in helping us shape the future:

U.S. News & World Report is hiring a Manager, Sales Strategy focused on partnering with the sales team to grow our direct advertising business. Reporting into the Director, Sales Strategy, this role will serve as a key member of the advertising team managing the pre-sale and RFP process.

Successful candidates will have knowledge and a passion for digital media, strong attention to detail and the ability to bring ideas to life through presentations.

Are you up to the challenge?

• Manage a team of Sales Planners responsible for preparing advertising proposals including but not limited to providing clients with research, rates, inventory availability and creative specifications.
• Develop a strong understanding of the full suite of U.S. News ad products and capabilities while also thinking creatively about new solutions to meet RFP requirements.
• Support the sales process and assist in moving the sale from RFP to Insertion Order.
• Ensure that the team is managing deadlines and meeting client expectations.
• Lead RFP meetings to brainstorm ideas that match our client objectives and KPIs.
• Attend sales calls as needed to assist the sales team in pitching our proposal.
• Stay on top of innovations and industry best practices.

 POSITION REQUIREMENTS 

You should definitely have:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience required.
• 2-5 years of experience in digital advertising; publisher experience preferred.
• Proficiency with reporting tools such as SalesForce, Media Radar, ComScore, Google Analytics, as well as experience with a DMP and an inventory management platform.
• Detail oriented and organized with a strong ability to prioritize, multitask and perform under deadlines.
• Must be articulate in presentations and have excellent oral and written communication.
• An optimistic, go-getter attitude with a desire to work for a growing team and company.

What it’s like to work with us:

• Talent is our best asset!
• We invest in people with passion and potential who understand U.S. News’ dedication to our consumers.
• Entrepreneurial, mission-driven culture with core values of quality and integrity.
• Focus on fostering personal and professional growth.
• Competitive benefits including paid vacation time, medical, tuition reimbursement, and training.
• Collaborative Work Environment - Fun, diverse, inclusive and ambitious co-workers.

Other Job Info:

• Candidates must provide a resume to be considered. Cover letters are encouraged.
• This position will require the successful candidate to show proof of vaccination against COVID-19. As an equal opportunity employer, the Company will provide reasonable accommodation to those individuals who are unable to be vaccinated consistent with federal, state, and local law.

Company info

U.S. News & World Report
Website : http://www.usnews.com