Job Description

Black Press Media and the Smithers Interior News & Houston Today are looking for a strategic, creative, and passionate Marketing/Sales Consultant to join our team.

The Smithers Interior News & Houston Today are a cornerstone of their communities, as the #1 source for news in our region. This is a position we do not take lightly. Our tradition of high-quality journalism, integrity, and respect for each other and our community are values we hold close to our hearts. We work together to get things done right and because of this collaboration, we've created an atmosphere that's fun, supportive, and alive with energy!

Position Summary:

Constantly seeking opportunities for growth, you will bring new advertisers to the Interior News, Houston Today and other Black Press markets as well as grow the client base you already have.

You will lead with curiosity, consulting with customers and prospects to understand what is most important to them, where their challenges are and identify solutions to help them achieve their goals, improving their overall profitability.

You will be responsible for the profitability of your overall territory, maximizing the tools that Black Press provides you, to exceed your customer's expectations of service, quality, and partnership.

Your activities will include, but not be limited to, facilitating client purchases, presentation of solution packages to prospects and client, as well staying current on industry trends through Black Press University training to ensure you are a subject matter expert in your field.

Annual growth in sales and margin is an expectation.

Act as a business partner to customer accounts, with a focus on helping the customer increase their business, providing solutions as needed, utilizing the Black Press full suite of marketing solutions

Promote new products and marketplace trends to new and existing customers.

Maintain current customer records and profiles through leveraging the CRM tool daily.

Review sales to target reports to evaluate progress and sales volume by tracking budgets and business plans to consistently increase volume and profitability.

Liaise with your Regional General Manager to identify opportunities that exist to increase business by leveraging our complete audience. Carry out all other responsibilities as required by the Regional General Manager.

Represent the Interior News, Houston Today and Black Press in a positive manner in the community and effectively communicate the mission and story of the organization.

Skills You Bring:

This position requires attention to detail, accuracy, and a focus on delivering results that positively impact the business

Be passionate about marketing and developing campaigns that meet the needs of your clients.

Understand marketing and advertising techniques, including what makes an effective ad, or you have a willingness to learn.

Work well with a team and know that each person is vital to the success of the campaign.

Care about your local community and local businesses.

Must be a self-starter who takes initiative, drives results, and has strong sales communication skills, which include verbal, written, and presentation skills

Must have own vehicle, valid driver's license, and current insurance

Must have the ability to multi-task and work well under pressure

Must be dependable, accurate, aggressive and focus driven

Well-developed negotiation skills

What we offer:

Comprehensive benefits package

Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and EFAP Benefits after 90 days of employment

Fast-paced, never-a-dull-moment work environment

Opportunity to meet business leaders in the community

Competitive compensation plan

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $48,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

Commission pay
Benefits:

Dental care Disability insurance Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance Paid time off Vision care
Flexible language requirement:

French not required
Schedule:

8 hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2025-08-01