National Account Executive - Successful Farming

Job Description

Job Title
National Account Executive - Successful Farming

Job Title
National Account Executive, Successful Farming
Job Description
About The Position | Major goals and objectives and location requirements
The National Account Executive sells integrated marketing programs for the Successful Farming profit center. Those programs and packages include multimedia vehicles such as: digital, social, print, radio, broadcast, events, database, etc. This position also develops relationships across the entire customer base.
Hybrid 3x a week- (Des Moines, IA)
In-office Expectations: This position is hybrid in-office, with the ability to work remotely for up to 2 days per week.
Essential Job Functions
Weight % Accountabilities, Actions and Expected Measurable Results
​70% - Sells integrated marketing programs across the Successful Farming portfolio of products. Minimum expectation is for the National Account Executive to achieve sales quota target goal each year.
20% - Establishes relationships with all key customers throughout assigned territory.
5% - Provides accurate business forecasts to management.
5% - Manages travel and entertainment budgets within allocated budgeted amounts.
All other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications and Job Requirements | All must be met to be considered.

Education:
Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Advertising, Agriculture or related field, or equivalent training and/or experience.

Experience:
Minimum of five years successful sales and customer experience.

Specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to think strategically and integrate resources to help customers reach their objectives.
Strong organization and scheduling skills.
Solid grasp of marketing concepts.
Strong sales skills.
Good problem-solving skills.
Good computer skills including expertise with Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Adaptable and effective negotiating skills.
Understanding of agricultural and/or advertising industry preferred.
% Travel Required (Approximate): 30-40%
It is the policy of Dotdash Meredith to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, the Company will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Accommodation requests can be made by emailing ddm.hr@dotdashmdp.com.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-4k925z-216-73-216-80-42 in your application.