Sales and Campaign Coordinator
Company: Lamar Advertising Company
Location: Topeka
Posted on: June 23, 2022
Job Description:
Do you have an interest in marketing strategy and possess a
natural talent for sales campaign coordination and logistics? This
position is a key member of our sales team, working with Lamar
account executives and customers to build innovative outdoor
advertising campaigns that deliver results. Our Lamar office in
Topeka, Kansas is now hiring a new sales team member to help us
bring effective outdoor advertising campaigns to life for brands in
Topeka, KS and the surrounding areas.Company Overview:Lamar
Advertising is one of the largest outdoor advertising companies in
the world. Lamar offers advertisers a variety of advertising
formats, helping both local businesses and national brands stand
out from the competition. We live by the Golden Rule, and we
operate with honesty and integrity in every aspect of our business.
We are open with our employees, transparent with our customers, and
loyal to the communities in which we serve. We have been in
business over 100 years, and we have stayed true to our mission and
values. While Lamar is a large company, each office has its own
culture and family atmosphere, making employees feel connected both
locally and nationally.Want to hear more about Lamar? Check out
these videos:
- About Us
- Giving Back ProgramBenefits Overview:We offer a competitive and
comprehensive compensation & benefits package for all full-time
employees. Some of our benefit offerings include, but are not
limited to, multiple medical plan options, dental and vision
insurance, paid vacation/sick time, 401K plan, and incentivized
wellness programs.Compensation Overview:The hourly range for this
position is $17- $19 / hour, and we provide performance bonuses as
well!Position Purpose:The purpose of the Sales & Campaign
Coordinator is to perform all sales administrative functions
occurring both before and after the contract phase of the sales
cycle. This includes: prospecting new customers leads for the sales
team, preparing sales presentations and proposals, and coordinating
the execution of advertising campaigns sold by the sales team. In
addition, there may be other tasks assigned by Account Executives,
Sales Manager, and/or General Managers.Prior to Contract Phase:
- Prospecting new customers leads for the sales team.
- Prepares sales presentations and proposals.
- Provides product, promotion, and pricing information by
clarifying customer request; selecting appropriate information;
forwarding information; answering questions.
- Coordinates and enters requests for charting or assists with
the charting function
- Coordinates and enters request for conceptual (sample) art for
the AE's.
- Maintains customer database or CRM by inputting customer
profile and updates; preparing and distributing reports.
- Tracks sales expenses by tracking, consolidating, analyzing,
and summarizing expenses; forwarding for reimbursement.
- Updates job knowledge by participating in educational
opportunities.After Contract:
- Coordinating and monitor the ongoing activities and internal
communications related to advertising campaigns to ensure on-time
and contractual campaign execution while delivering excellent
customer service.
- Informing Account Executives and customers about the current
status of advertising campaigns.
- Coordinating, managing, reviewing campaign progress and
delivering the customer installation and proof of performance
information.
- Coordinate and/or obtain approval from the client on
artwork
- Coordinate and communicate panel locations in "to be
determined" situations.
- Resolves problems during campaign by investigating; identifying
solutions; notifying AE's, managers and customers.Knowledge,
Skills, and Ability Requirements:
- Work requires an excellent command of the English
language.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and Gmail applications
- Must have high level of interpersonal skills to handle
sensitive and confidential situations.
- Position continually requires demonstrated poise, tact and
diplomacy
- Ability to timely and accurately enter and compile data
- Energy, enthusiasm, and the ability to meet deadlines
- High level of organizational skills, and excellent attention to
detail.
- Creativity, initiative combined with commercial awareness.
- Knowledge of common public relations practices
- Strong written (Email) and verbal communication skills
- Highly organized with a systematic approach to detail-oriented
work
- Comfortable working in a deadline driven environment
- Ability to work independently and act on own initiative
- Problem solvingEducation and Experience Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree preferred
- 2 years of related experience, preferably in sales, marketing,
or administrative roles
- Experience in data management and Gmail preferred
- Or an equivalent combination of education and
experiencePhysical Demands and Work Environment:
- The primary work environment is an office.
- The specific physical demands/requirements of the job include:
lifting less than 25% of the time, reading, color distinction,
acuity, sitting greater than 50% of the time, and talking.
- The typical percentage of time spent traveling and spending
nights away from home is less than 10%.
Lamar is an EOE/AA: Minorities/Females/Disabled/Protected Veterans
or any other State or Federally protected characteristicDisability
Self-Identification: When applying for a job with Lamar, you will
be asked to voluntarily self-identify whether you have a
disability. Please take a moment to watch this video for
clarification on why we're asking for this information!California
Residents - Lamar collects personal information in the ordinary
course of considering job applicants. This information may include,
for example, name, address, phone number and other contact
information, employment history and reference contact information,
and any other information provided by an applicant to Lamar. By
submitting an application, you consent to the use or sharing of
this personal information solely for the purpose of consideration
for employment by Lamar. Lamar will not sell this information.
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