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Sales Manager- Advertising Sales

TextNow

TextNow

Marketing & Communications, Sales & Business Development
New York, NY, USA
Posted on Wednesday, November 1, 2023
We believe communication belongs to everyone. We exist to democratize phone service. TextNow is evolving the way the world connects and that's because we're made up of people with curious minds who bring an optimistic, yet critical lens into the work we do. We're the largest provider of free phone service in the nation. And we're just getting started.
Join us in our mission to break down barriers to communication and free the flow of conversation for people everywhere.
We are looking for a highly motivated Sales Manager to play a pivotal role in executing our go-to-market strategy and expanding our client base on the East Coast. This role reports to the Associate Vice President - Strategic Sales based in NYC and is a unique opportunity to gain a deep understanding of the TextNow product, its value proposition, and the competitive landscape. The ideal candidate will work onsite in New York City 2-3 days a week.

What You'll Do:

  • Utilize existing relationships where applicable to drive revenue
  • Develop new relationships at all levels with agency and client partners to drive new sponsorship and programmatic business
  • Host online, phone, in-person presentations and client entertainment
  • Be proactive with partners consistently bringing them solution-oriented products to meet their business challenges
  • Take ownership of the sales process, managing a sales pipeline with accurate forecasting
  • Consistently communicate market feedback
  • Collaborate with sales, product, and marketing teams to further build out and develop new product offerings

Who You Are:

  • 4+ years’ experience, with at least one year selling media direct to clients and agencies
  • Proven effective driver of revenue
  • Contacts and connections with agencies and brands in aforementioned markets
  • Have an understanding of programmatic media
  • Experience selling Mobile
  • Tenacious, with ability to problem solve
  • Resourceful and scrappy
  • Wants to be part of a mission-based company
  • Enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, with autonomy
  • Strong desire to work for a company that strives to create an environment that encourages innovation, creativity and professional development
  • Must have Advertising Sales experience
  • Preferably based within commuting distance to NYC, but open to surrounding areas
  • Ability to work onsite in New York City 2-3 days a week
  • Stay informed about market trends, competitor activities, and emerging technologies
More about TextNow...
Our Values:
· People First (Make business decisions by putting people first!)
· No Brilliant Jerks (We're cool with the brilliant part, with the jerk part? not so much)
· Give a Damn! (We care about our work, our mission and our customers)
· Challenge Accepted (Show up with a positive can-do attitude)
Benefits, Culture, & More:
· Strong work life blend
· Flexible work arrangements (wfh, remote, or access to one of our office spaces)
· Employee Stock Options
· Unlimited vacation
· Competitive pay and benefits
· Parental leave
· Benefits for both physical and mental well being (wellness credit and L&D credit)
· We travel a few times a year for various team events, company wide off-sites, and more
Diversity and Inclusion:
At TextNow, our mission is built around inclusion and offering a service for EVERYONE, in an industry that traditionally only caters to the few who have the means to afford it. We believe that diversity of thought and inclusion of others promotes a greater feeling of belonging and higher levels of engagement. We know that if we work together, we can do amazing things, and that our differences are what make our product and company great.
TextNow Candidate Policy
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