Advertising Sales Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership:

  Develop and execute a comprehensive advertising sales strategy to maximize revenue from outdoor advertising inventory, including large-format hoardings at bike-share stations.

• Partnership Development:

  Build and maintain relationships with C-suite executives, brand leaders, and decision-makers at leading agencies to secure long-term, high-value partnerships.

• Revenue Growth:

  Drive advertising revenue by identifying and capitalizing on new business opportunities, expanding the client base, and closing high-impact deals.

• Team Leadership:

  Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing partnerships and sales team, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and innovation.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration:

  Work closely with marketing, creative, and operations teams to design customized advertising solutions that align with client objectives and brand values.

• Market Insights:

  Stay ahead of industry trends, competitor activities, and emerging opportunities in hyperlocal and out-of-home (OOH) advertising to maintain a competitive edge.

• Brand Ambassadorship:

  Represent the organization at industry events, conferences, and networking forums to enhance brand visibility and establish thought leadership in the advertising space.

• Performance Metrics:

  Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of advertising sales initiatives and ensure continuous improvement.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in advertising sales, partnership development, or business development, with a focus on out-of-home (OOH), digital, or hyperlocal advertising.
• Proven track record of closing six- and seven-figure deals with leading brands and agencies.
• Extensive network of senior-level contacts within brands, agencies, and marketing departments.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to identify market opportunities, develop innovative solutions, and execute complex deals.
• Strong leadership skills with experience building and managing high-performing teams.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence decision-makers and clearly articulate the value of advertising offerings.
• Thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment and are passionate about driving impact in a mission driven organization.

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