Drive sales efficiency and performance through management of tools, data, and internal processes for title sponsorships, integrations, and branded content for national unscripted programming
Manage and coach the Business Development team to optimize prospecting activity, conversion rates, and pipeline health to meet revenue and margin targets
Own day-to-day sales pipeline management: identify, research, prioritize, and equitably assign targets to maximize coverage and effectiveness
Provide oversight and coaching to hit outbound activity targets (calls, emails, meetings), qualify opportunities, and remove barriers to advance deals
Manage third-party partners including onboarding, goal-setting, performance oversight, and compliance
Support rollout and implementation of new business opportunities; translate strategy into action
Lead creative implementation and strategic reviews of proposals and pricing with attention to production timing, costs, and revenue alignment
Govern Salesforce CRM: conduct audits, implement automations, custom fields, and dashboards; train and upskill the Business Development team
Collaborate cross-functionally with HMPG Leadership, Production, Business Affairs, and Finance; report to Senior Vice President, Managing Director of Sales
Position is in-office five days per week at Hearst offices in Charlotte, NC
Requirements
8+ years of relevant business development and/or sales management experience with a demonstrated ability to achieve sales targets within an agency/media company or branded content studio experience required
Proficient in building media packages, sponsorships, and sales presentations
Problem-solver focused on results-driven solutions
Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
Willingness and ability to travel for client pitches and meetings
Advanced proficiency in Salesforce and willingness to learn other tools/software such as Winmo and Monday.com