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Sales Assistant
CBS
Seattle, WA, United States
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ABOUT US:
CBS RADIO is one of the largest major-market broadcast media operators in the United States and the undisputed leader in news and sports radio. Producing original audio and video content, live events and exclusive programming broadcast via on-air, online and mobile platforms, CBS RADIO reaches more than 72 million consumers nationwide each week. As a part of CBS Corporation, the division owns and operates 117 radio stations in 26 markets - including the top 10 as ranked by Nielsen Audio - as well as an extensive array of digital assets. CBS RADIO distributes its programming via AM, FM and HD Radio stations, Radio.com and CBS Local Digital Media apps, making engaging with audiences easier than ever before. For more information, please visit www.cbsradio.com.
DESCRIPTION:
We are looking for a professional, detail oriented individual who can multi-task and has exceptional organizational and computer skills to support Sales Managers and Sales Staff and act as a liaison between Account Executives and clients when appropriate. Ideal candidate is energetic, efficient and capable of multi-tasking for a variety of personalities in a lively fast paced environment.
Create sales presentations by compiling data; developing presentation formats and materials; creating and/or maintaining one sheets and media kits. Create mock-up ads for Digital Campaigns. Assist Account Executives with preparing and faxing/emailing proposals. Maintain account lists, client database and sales contracts booked, Assist Account Executives and Sales Managers with order entry of sales contracts, Update managers by consolidating, analyzing and forwarding daily action summaries, report analysis support and campaign delivery and tracking QA,
Obtain local invoices for clients/agencies as needed; interacting closely with Traffic Department to ensure smooth execution of sales orders and track down missing copy and instructions; Resolve order and inventory problems by investigating data and history; identifying alternate means for filling orders; notifying managers and customers; Perform general administrative duties including filing, faxing, copying; provide back up to Traffic and provide phone coverage for station as needed; Assist General Sales Managers with client events; i.e., scheduling, invitation list and coordinating details using approved vendors and assist with vendor relationship support; Use the following programs in a Windows environment; Microsoft Word, Power Point, Microsoft Outlook, Excel and File Maker Pro, Works as a team with other departments, individuals; Attend sales meetings, training sessions and client remotes as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS:
The right candidate will be a team player who takes initiative with excellent written and verbal communication skills. All employees are expected to bring a positive attitude to the work place and be cheerful, cooperative and productive and to perform other such duties as may be required for the efficient operations of the stations. To perform the job successfully, you must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. In addition, the right candidate must be proficient in Microsoft Word (i.e. Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point) with the following skills: We are looking for a professional, detail oriented individual who can
multi-task and has exceptional organizational and computer skills to support
Sales Managers and Sales Staff and act as a liaison between Account Executives
and clients when appropriate. Ideal candidate is energetic, efficient and
capable of multi-tasking for a variety of personalities in a lively fast paced
environment.
Create sales presentations by compiling data; developing presentation formats
and materials; creating and/or maintaining one sheets and media kits. Create
mock-up ads for Digital Campaigns. Assist Account Executives with preparing and
faxing/emailing proposals. Maintain account lists, client database and sales
contracts booked, Assist Account Executives and Sales Managers with order entry
of sales contracts, Update managers by consolidating, analyzing and forwarding
daily action summaries, report analysis support and campaign delivery and
tracking QA
Obtain local invoices for clients/agencies as needed; interacting closely with
Traffic Department to ensure smooth execution of sales orders and track down
missing copy and instructions; Resolve order and inventory problems by
investigating data and history; identifying alternate means for filling orders;
notifying managers and customers; Perform general administrative duties
including filing, faxing, copying; provide back up to Traffic and provide phone
coverage for station as needed; Assist General Sales Managers with client
events; i.e., scheduling, invitation list and coordinating details using
approved vendors and assist with vendor relationship support; Use the following
programs in a Windows environment; Microsoft Word, Power Point, Microsoft
Outlook, Excel and File Maker Pro, Works as a team with other departments, individuals;
Attend sales meetings, training sessions and client remotes as needed, data entry, reporting, graphic design and internet search; Familiarity with Solbright, DART, ANDO and Google Analytics, Digital Media and Metrics; Must be a professional and a proven team player with customer focus. Previous radio sales experience preferred. College degree preferred, marketing or communications a plus
EEO STATEMENT:
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled