Sales Planner

Job Description

Responsibilities
OVERVIEW

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the linear and digital marketplace and will be able to work in a fast-paced, constantly evolving team environment. As the Sales Planner at NBCUniversal, you work closely with the Sales team in various client-facing and operational processes. You will need to be able to oversee, manage and execute the day-to-day media planning, implementation, optimization and reporting requirements to meet our client objectives.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Assist with preparation of sales pitch/proposals for TV, digital and events, which includes data research, idea generation, presentation slides and visual aids such as videos.
• Act as a resource center for all sales tools, products, and event opportunities. Keeping all information updated and shared amongst the ad sales teams regionally.
• Lead in the creation of proposals for incoming RFPs by building media plans to meet advertiser objectives.
• Act as the coordinator for client/agencies and NBCU on Sales deal execution and after sales support.
• Ensure accurate pricing, available inventory and acquire all approvals from the relevant stakeholders prior to sending out a proposal.
• Monitor/optimise deal performance and work to secure makegoods or provide creative solutions to ensure smooth and successful deals delivery.
• Provide excellent account servicing and actively develop relationships for agency partners and clients.
• Create post campaign analysis deck and case studies for selected campaigns on a regular basis.
• Support Director, Sales Planning & Operations on NBCU global sales initiatives including but not limited to sponsorship or tactical packages, fulfilment and execution.
• Collect competitor intelligence on how other channels sell and position their channels/websites and champion the NBCU digital offerings.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
• Diploma or Degree in Communications, Marketing, Business or a related field of study.
• Preferably 1-3 years of experience in client servicing role.
• Prior work experience at a media agency, publisher or media owner will be an advantage.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite.
• Familiarity with OperativeOne, Salesforce and social media platforms is a plus.
• Creative and innovative individual with the flair to think out of the box.
• Must be self-motivated, driven and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Able to multi-task and prioritize workload in a fast-paced, dynamic and deadline driven environment.
• Meticulous, analytical and a keen eye for details.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Additional Information

NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, where applicable.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-renbm8-3-128-79-88-42 in your application.