Sales Support Assistant

Job Description

Sales Support Assistant

Are you ready to be the backbone of a dynamic sales team in one of Nebraska's most vibrant markets? KMTV in Omaha, Nebraska is seeking a dedicated Sales Assistant who will play a crucial role in supporting our sales department's success. You'll be at the center of client relationships, sales operations, and revenue generation - making a direct impact on our station's growth and community connection.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
• Assist Sales team with pre-sales events, client appointments and order entry. Facilitate & process sales presentations.
• Communicate with advertising agencies and clients for make goods, preemptions, under delivery and day-to-day contact. Including sending station information to clients and national representatives.
• Generate and analyze sales reports including rating delivery data by week and adjusting advertising schedules. Complete online postings.
• Identify and correct any billing errors or issues prior to end of month.
• Correctly input client billing adjustments within the same month as dispute identified.
• Attend sales training and planning meetings.
• Arranges and distributes various advertising materials and sales reports to the proper areas in a timely manner.
• Provide exemplary customer assistance.
• Assist AE's and clients with commercial time, arrange tape pick-ups, and make goods and changes.
• Send location information to clients and national reps.
• Produce sales pieces in coordination with National Rep. Firm and Research Director.
• Assist with inventory control and updating and weekly rate card.
• Paid programming liaison with advertisers, where necessary.
• Cross-train in all sales and traffic software applications as well as sales support positions.
• Handles the daily general clerical functions such as filing, answering phones, creating correspondence and calculating rates to quote to customers.
• Other duties as assigned.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Generally 5+ years of experience in a related field preferred
WHAT YOU'LL BRING:
• Strong customer service skills
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret sales demographics information and creative layouts
• Must have the ability to generate reports, business correspondence, and presentations
• Strong communication skills and the capability to effectively respond to questions from managers, colleagues and customers
• Must have the ability to calculate figures related to the advertising rate packages
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Must have the ability to learn new software programs such as ad order entry and customer relations management software
• Must have good organizational skills and the ability to meet deadlines
• Must have strong attention to detail
• Communicate and work as a team player both internally and externally
WHERE YOU'LL LIVE, WORK AND PLAY:
Omaha, Nebraska offers the perfect blend of Midwestern charm and metropolitan amenities. As Nebraska's largest city, Omaha boasts a thriving downtown with the historic Old Market district featuring cobblestone streets, unique shops, galleries, and acclaimed restaurants. The city is home to world-class attractions including the Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium, consistently ranked among the world's best zoos, and the stunning Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge spanning the Missouri River.
Omaha's vibrant cultural scene includes the renowned Omaha Community Playhouse, Joslyn Art Museum, and a flourishing music scene that has produced notable artists like Bright Eyes and 311. The city offers excellent recreational opportunities with an extensive park system, including the beautiful Heartland of America Park with its spectacular fountain and lake. Sports fans can cheer on the College World Series, held annually at TD Ameritrade Park, and enjoy minor league baseball with the Omaha Storm Chasers. With a low cost of living, friendly communities, and a growing tech and business sector, Omaha provides an exceptional quality of life in the heart of America.
If you are a current Scripps employee, please do not apply on this site. Please access our internal career site at Worklife > My Info > View Open Positions at Scripps.
SCRIPPS' COMMITMENT TO A CULTURE THAT CREATES CONNECTION:
At Scripps, we are committed to a culture that reflects the audiences and communities we serve. We are intentional about creating an environment where employees, our audiences and other stakeholders feel valued and inspired to reach their full potential and create connections. To successfully deliver on this commitment, we must understand and reflect the values and perspectives those around us embody. That process begins by looking inward to build and celebrate a respectful workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging and connection. By continuing to cultivate an environment where all employees have a fair chance to s/ucceed, are included, valued, and seen, we will strengthen the connections that drive positive business impact and align with our core purpose.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-86vypx-216-73-216-221-42 in your application.