Sales Planner

Job Description

Sales Planner, Bleacher Report (Chicago)

The Job

WarnerMedia seeks a Sales Planner for the BR - Sales Strategy department.

The Daily
• Assist AEs in guiding and consulting clients on when and how to leverage Bleacher Report's ad
• product suite to maximize results based on client objectives
• Collaborate with WarnerMedia teams such as Strategic Planning, Audience, Account Services,
• and Ad Ops in order to craft strategic and successful media plans
• Assist in the preparation and follow-up for client meetings
• Set up kick-off calls in preparation of new campaigns
• Establish deep relationships with national brands and media/advertising agencies
• Grow existing portfolio of WM Sports clients, to drive and upsell revenue B/R revenue
• Facilitate AE's in educating media agencies about B/R specific advertising and content strategies
• across its O&O properties and social channels
• Creative strategy: Work with brands to define their brand identity on social platforms in terms of brand purpose, voice, and content themes through half or full day workshops
• Proficiency in GAM, DFA, IAS, Comscore Media Metrix, Operative, and SalesForce

The Essentials
• 1-3 years' experience working at a media agency or publisher managing a brand's digital
• advertising strategy and buying activities
• Proven track record of negotiating, structuring, and closing complex brand partnerships
• An entrepreneurial mindset – strong desire to work in sales and team environment
• Lead in the creation of proposals for incoming RFP's by creating media plans to meet advertiser
• needs
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• A sports enthusiast who regularly follows one or more college or professional sports teams
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proactive and engaging, with a positive approach towards problem-solving

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gk3jx8-3-139-240-142-42 in your application.