About the role

Account Manager managing ad sales processes and campaign execution for CBS News and Stations. Collaborating with sales associates and ensuring effective inventory management and stewardship of deals.

Responsibilities

The Account Manager (AM) will touch all facets of the business from aiding in the sales process to ensuring the delivery and stewardship of deals.
Coordinate the coverage of all short-term sales available inventory.
Work with sales associates to complete movement of client inventory from one date to another, sell short-term available inventory, and distribute audience deficiency units.
Cover and back-up Account Executives (AE’s) during their absence and assisting with any inbound client inquiries.
Work with leaders across the station group to ensure flawless campaign and inventory management.
Arrange make goods for program changes on all deals.
Prepare and update AE’s on all deals/sponsorship execution & stewardship from start to finish.
Join and participate on sales calls with Account Executives (in person and virtually) and internal meetings that involve sponsorship executions.
Coordinate sales efforts with Account Executives.
Coordinate & execute sponsorship elements by working with other departments.
Work with marketing, Research and Promotion departments to develop tailored sales presentations.
Oversee project timelines, deliverables, and expectations.
Project manage and coordinate with internal teams to gather necessary elements for campaign execution.
Reach out for missing assets, tags, and any needed approvals for custom assets.
Create post recaps presentations. Show us proof of performance for sponsorships. Other duties as assigned.

3+ years of either Ad Sales planning experience (preferably linear) or TV buying experience/media planning at an agency.
A strong desire to win and grow as a digital Ad Sales professional; Thrive in a team-oriented environment.
Strong PowerPoint skills, including the ability to create powerful visually compelling presentations with video.
Strong communication and organizational skills.
Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced sales environment.
Must be extremely organized, detailed, and accurate with remarkable foresight.
A devoted and driven work ethic.
BS/BA degree preferred; equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
Experience working with FreeWheel, Salesforce, Operative and/or WideOrbit.
High proficiency in MS Office Product like: PowerPoint and Excel, as well as Google Suite Products.

Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages.
Generous paid time off.
Opportunities for both on-site and virtual engagement events.
Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community, both inside and outside the workplace.