Sales Account Executive
pLamar Outdoor of Romebr/ROME, GA *****, USA /p ulliOn-site /liliFull-Time /liliRequisition #: SALES /li /ul h3Description /h3 pbAre you in search of a workplace that thrives on community connections through advertising?
/b If so, we'd love to have you join our sales team!
Our Lamar office in Rome, Georgia, is now hiring a new Account Executive (salary + commission) to help us bring innovative outdoor advertising campaigns to life for brands in Rome, GA, and the surrounding areas.
We need someone who understands the connection between marketing and sales and genuinely gets excited with each and every sale - big or small!
/p pbRated #1 Sales team for **** on Comparably /b, our Sales Account Executives are the connection between Lamar and the communities we serve.
Our AEs meet and exceed sales objectives in their assigned territory by using professional sales techniques to develop long-term advertising relationships that grow not only Lamar advertising sales, but also our relationships in our communities.
/p h3Why Lamar?
/h3 pRated #1 Sales team for **** on Comparably, our Sales Account Executives are the connection between Lamar and the communities we serve.
Our AEs meet and exceed sales objectives in their assigned territory by using professional sales techniques to develop long-term advertising relationships that grow not only Lamar advertising sales, but also our relationships in our communities.
/p pLamar is a certified bGreat Place to Work /b, with b88% /b of employees in agreement.
Lamar Advertising has also been named as a "Best Company to Work For" in U.S. News World Report's annual ranking.
/p ul liA Monday-Friday schedule with paid holidays, with a combination of time in-office and selling in the field /li liA first-year earning potential of $55,000-$85,000 including commissions, dependent on experience and selling ability /li liNo commissions cap, so earning potential is unlimited as you grow your book of business!
/li liMonthly auto and cell allowances for work-related expenses /li /ul h3What can you expect from us?
/h3 ul liComprehensive training program with opportunities to participate in our corporate-hosted Lamar Sales School /li liMultiple medical plan options /li liHospital, Critical Illness, and Accident coverage /li liShort- and long-term disability with paid parental leave /li liDental and vision insurance /li li120 hours of paid time off (PTO) that increases with tenure /li li12 paid company holidays, including Presidents' Day and Juneteenth /li liEmployee Stock Purchase Plan /li li401(k) plan with company match /li liUp to $1,200 value in employer-paid HSA contributions and cash rewards for engaging in our wellness program /li liA people-first culture that invests in connection, community involvement, and transparency around employee feedback /li liOngoing professional development and internal leadership programs to maximize your career potential /li liAdvancement opportunities, as our goal is to promote all Sales Managers from within!
/li /ul h3What we're looking for in YOU:
/h3 ul liAbility to cold call businesses both over the phone and in person /li liAbility to make oral presentations to provide information or explain policies and procedures /li liSkill in speaking with persons of various social, cultural, economic, and educational backgrounds /li liWorking knowledge of personal computers, including Microsoft Office Suite on Surface Pros /li liAbility to adapt to new technology /li liAbility to explain the outdoor advertising business to customers and account executives from installation and product standpoints /li liSkill in writing grammatically correct routine business correspondence /li liAbility to perform effectively under fluctuating workloads /li liSkill in selling or promoting outdoor advertisements /li liSkill in establishing rapport and gaining the trust of others /li liAbility to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships /li liAbility to meet a sales quota /li liWorking knowledge of general sales techniques /li liAbility to be intrinsically motivated to succeed and withstand rejectionSkill in working independently and following through on assignments with minimal direction /li /ul h3Education and experience: /h3 ul liEducation and Experience Requirements /li liHigh School Diploma or Equivalent /li liCurrent and Valid Driver's License /li liCollege Degree preferred /li liCRM experience preferred /li /ul h3A day in the life: /h3 pOn a regular basis, you will: /p ul liMeet and exceed sales targets and monitor personal sales data and reports /li liTarget businesses in the assigned area and visit each established Lamar client as well as competitors' clients in a specified time frame /li liExhibit working knowledge of local and national competition /li liCluster accounts to work them efficiently /li liIdentify potential growth areas and open new accounts /li liUse Lamar computer tools to locate prospects follow up on leads, as well as prepare proposals, written presentations, and research /li liDevelop their presentation skills by utilizing computer tools, and present to clients on a regular basis /li liDevelop new product knowledge and selling skills /li liActively participate in sales meetings, regional meetings, seminars, and trade shows /li liPerform administrative duties, such as: ul liMaintaining daily, weekly, and monthly sales plans a month in advance /li liFollow up on all client production orders and problem-solve any issues that may arise /li liMaintaining organized and up-to-date records of clients and sales activity /li /ul /li /ul h3Physical demands and work environment:
/h3 ul liThe primary work environment for this position is a combination of an office environment and work in the field, making sales calls and servicing existing accounts.
/li liThe physical demands for this position include light lifting, seeing (with a focus on reading, color distinction, acuity, depth perception, and peripheral vision), sitting less than 50% of the time, standing, talking, turning, and walking.
/li liNights spent away from home traveling are less than 10% /li /ul h3Who we are: /h3 pFounded in ****, Lamar Advertising Company is one of the largest outdoor advertising companies in the world.
With over 360,000 displays across the United States and Canada, Lamar is dedicated to helping both local businesses and national brands reach broad audiences every day.
/p pWe provide ad space through: /p ul liHandpainted murals /li liTransportation and airports /li liThe largest network of digital billboards in the United States /li /ul pWe live by the Golden Rule, and we operate with honesty and integrity in every aspect of our business.
We are open with our employees, transparent with our customers, and loyal to the communities in which we serve.
While Lamar is a large company, each office has its own culture and family atmosphere, making employees feel connected both locally and nationally.
/p pWe are committed to sustainable and environmentally friendly business practices and use a number of innovative strategies to reduce our environmental impact.
/p pbLamar is an EEO/AA employer, including Individuals with Disabilities, Protected Veterans, and any other State or Federally Protected characteristic /b /p pbPlease note: /bLamar Advertising does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a work visa.
Only candidates with U.S. work authorization not requiring sponsorship will be considered for employment.
/p pbSMS and Email Communications: /b By providing your contact information and submitting this form, you agree to receive email and SMS communications from Lamar Advertising Company regarding job opportunities, hiring events, and career-related updates.
Message and data rates may apply.
You can opt out at any time by emailing or replying 'STOP' to text messages.
Your information will be processed in accordance with our privacy policy.
/p pbCalifornia Residents - /b Lamar collects personal information in the ordinary course of considering job applicants.
This information may include, for example, name, address, phone number, and other contact information, employment history, and reference contact information, and any other information provided by an applicant to Lamar.
By submitting an application, you consent to the use or sharing of this personal information solely for the purpose of consideration for employment by Lamar.
Lamar will not sell this information.
/p pEqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilitiesbr/This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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/b If so, we'd love to have you join our sales team!
Our Lamar office in Rome, Georgia, is now hiring a new Account Executive (salary + commission) to help us bring innovative outdoor advertising campaigns to life for brands in Rome, GA, and the surrounding areas.
We need someone who understands the connection between marketing and sales and genuinely gets excited with each and every sale - big or small!
/p pbRated #1 Sales team for **** on Comparably /b, our Sales Account Executives are the connection between Lamar and the communities we serve.
Our AEs meet and exceed sales objectives in their assigned territory by using professional sales techniques to develop long-term advertising relationships that grow not only Lamar advertising sales, but also our relationships in our communities.
/p h3Why Lamar?
/h3 pRated #1 Sales team for **** on Comparably, our Sales Account Executives are the connection between Lamar and the communities we serve.
Our AEs meet and exceed sales objectives in their assigned territory by using professional sales techniques to develop long-term advertising relationships that grow not only Lamar advertising sales, but also our relationships in our communities.
/p pLamar is a certified bGreat Place to Work /b, with b88% /b of employees in agreement.
Lamar Advertising has also been named as a "Best Company to Work For" in U.S. News World Report's annual ranking.
/p ul liA Monday-Friday schedule with paid holidays, with a combination of time in-office and selling in the field /li liA first-year earning potential of $55,000-$85,000 including commissions, dependent on experience and selling ability /li liNo commissions cap, so earning potential is unlimited as you grow your book of business!
/li liMonthly auto and cell allowances for work-related expenses /li /ul h3What can you expect from us?
/h3 ul liComprehensive training program with opportunities to participate in our corporate-hosted Lamar Sales School /li liMultiple medical plan options /li liHospital, Critical Illness, and Accident coverage /li liShort- and long-term disability with paid parental leave /li liDental and vision insurance /li li120 hours of paid time off (PTO) that increases with tenure /li li12 paid company holidays, including Presidents' Day and Juneteenth /li liEmployee Stock Purchase Plan /li li401(k) plan with company match /li liUp to $1,200 value in employer-paid HSA contributions and cash rewards for engaging in our wellness program /li liA people-first culture that invests in connection, community involvement, and transparency around employee feedback /li liOngoing professional development and internal leadership programs to maximize your career potential /li liAdvancement opportunities, as our goal is to promote all Sales Managers from within!
/li /ul h3What we're looking for in YOU:
/h3 ul liAbility to cold call businesses both over the phone and in person /li liAbility to make oral presentations to provide information or explain policies and procedures /li liSkill in speaking with persons of various social, cultural, economic, and educational backgrounds /li liWorking knowledge of personal computers, including Microsoft Office Suite on Surface Pros /li liAbility to adapt to new technology /li liAbility to explain the outdoor advertising business to customers and account executives from installation and product standpoints /li liSkill in writing grammatically correct routine business correspondence /li liAbility to perform effectively under fluctuating workloads /li liSkill in selling or promoting outdoor advertisements /li liSkill in establishing rapport and gaining the trust of others /li liAbility to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships /li liAbility to meet a sales quota /li liWorking knowledge of general sales techniques /li liAbility to be intrinsically motivated to succeed and withstand rejectionSkill in working independently and following through on assignments with minimal direction /li /ul h3Education and experience: /h3 ul liEducation and Experience Requirements /li liHigh School Diploma or Equivalent /li liCurrent and Valid Driver's License /li liCollege Degree preferred /li liCRM experience preferred /li /ul h3A day in the life: /h3 pOn a regular basis, you will: /p ul liMeet and exceed sales targets and monitor personal sales data and reports /li liTarget businesses in the assigned area and visit each established Lamar client as well as competitors' clients in a specified time frame /li liExhibit working knowledge of local and national competition /li liCluster accounts to work them efficiently /li liIdentify potential growth areas and open new accounts /li liUse Lamar computer tools to locate prospects follow up on leads, as well as prepare proposals, written presentations, and research /li liDevelop their presentation skills by utilizing computer tools, and present to clients on a regular basis /li liDevelop new product knowledge and selling skills /li liActively participate in sales meetings, regional meetings, seminars, and trade shows /li liPerform administrative duties, such as: ul liMaintaining daily, weekly, and monthly sales plans a month in advance /li liFollow up on all client production orders and problem-solve any issues that may arise /li liMaintaining organized and up-to-date records of clients and sales activity /li /ul /li /ul h3Physical demands and work environment:
/h3 ul liThe primary work environment for this position is a combination of an office environment and work in the field, making sales calls and servicing existing accounts.
/li liThe physical demands for this position include light lifting, seeing (with a focus on reading, color distinction, acuity, depth perception, and peripheral vision), sitting less than 50% of the time, standing, talking, turning, and walking.
/li liNights spent away from home traveling are less than 10% /li /ul h3Who we are: /h3 pFounded in ****, Lamar Advertising Company is one of the largest outdoor advertising companies in the world.
With over 360,000 displays across the United States and Canada, Lamar is dedicated to helping both local businesses and national brands reach broad audiences every day.
/p pWe provide ad space through: /p ul liHandpainted murals /li liTransportation and airports /li liThe largest network of digital billboards in the United States /li /ul pWe live by the Golden Rule, and we operate with honesty and integrity in every aspect of our business.
We are open with our employees, transparent with our customers, and loyal to the communities in which we serve.
While Lamar is a large company, each office has its own culture and family atmosphere, making employees feel connected both locally and nationally.
/p pWe are committed to sustainable and environmentally friendly business practices and use a number of innovative strategies to reduce our environmental impact.
/p pbLamar is an EEO/AA employer, including Individuals with Disabilities, Protected Veterans, and any other State or Federally Protected characteristic /b /p pbPlease note: /bLamar Advertising does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a work visa.
Only candidates with U.S. work authorization not requiring sponsorship will be considered for employment.
/p pbSMS and Email Communications: /b By providing your contact information and submitting this form, you agree to receive email and SMS communications from Lamar Advertising Company regarding job opportunities, hiring events, and career-related updates.
Message and data rates may apply.
You can opt out at any time by emailing or replying 'STOP' to text messages.
Your information will be processed in accordance with our privacy policy.
/p pbCalifornia Residents - /b Lamar collects personal information in the ordinary course of considering job applicants.
This information may include, for example, name, address, phone number, and other contact information, employment history, and reference contact information, and any other information provided by an applicant to Lamar.
By submitting an application, you consent to the use or sharing of this personal information solely for the purpose of consideration for employment by Lamar.
Lamar will not sell this information.
/p pEqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilitiesbr/This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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