About Us
Nine is Australia's largest locally owned media company, home to trusted and loved brands across News, Sport, Lifestyle, and Entertainment. We pride ourselves on creating the best content, accessed by consumers when and how they want – across Publishing, Broadcasting, and Digital.
Our assets include the 9Network, major mastheads such as The Sydney Morning Herald, The Age, and The Australian Financial Review, radio stations 2GB, 3AW, 4BC, and 6PR, digital properties like nine.com.au, 9Now, 9Honey, Pedestrian.TV, Drive, subscription video platform Stan, and a majority investment in Domain Group.
Purpose
We shape culture by sparking conversations, challenging perspectives, and entertaining our communities.
Shared Values
We bring people together by celebrating the big occasions and connecting everyday moments. Australia belongs here. Our values are: We walk the talk, turn over every stone, and keep it human.
Job Description
We seek a Sales Executive to join our Regional TV team. As a primary point of contact for media planners/buyers, you'll be responsible for delivering exceptional customer service to advertising agencies and clients, while driving revenue growth for Nine.
No two days will be the same, and you'll engage with advertisers about diverse, high-quality entertainment, news, and sport content. You'll need to deliver market-leading solutions while ensuring superior service and results for your designated agency and client group.
You'll work within a fast-paced, high-performing sales team that pushes boundaries and leads the media industry.
Duties
* Effectively manage a pipeline of briefs and proactive ideas to meet and exceed revenue targets, accurately forecasting revenue to the business.
* Communicate product value to educate clients and deliver on product sales.
* Work with multiple departments and stakeholders to deliver leading solutions for partners.
* Deliver strategically and creatively led solutions to clients, showcasing your deep knowledge of their business.
Qualifications
You'll be a solid team player who shows commitment to the team's purpose and contributes skills/knowledge effectively. You'll have the ability to absorb information and act accordingly.
You'll be proactive in discussing solutions and raising ideas for improvement in a positive and professional way, allowing you to build strong relationships.
Requirements
* Proven media experience, preferably in Sales (essential).
* Excellent communication, relationship, and account management skills.
* Proven ability to deliver revenue success and forecasting.
* Strong analytical skills, ability to understand revenue trends and use data to influence sales strategy.
* Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
* Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills.
* Good understanding of the media landscape.
* Strong presentation skills; ability to build presentations from scratch and present to various-sized groups.
Benefits
As part of our Nine Sales team, you'll benefit from:
* Working for Australia's largest media company and being part of one of the largest advertising agency groups.
* Opportunity to work in a growing team at a fast-paced, fun, high-energy digital company with market-leading products.
* Collaborating with experienced sales executives to learn all aspects of the digital marketing ecosystem.
* Opportunity to build skills through our Sales Academy – a bespoke training and development program for Sales.
* A fun, vibrant culture and large recognition program where outstanding performance is rewarded quarterly.
* Offices in the heart of North Sydney, with access to our news and filming studios and stunning harbour views.
* Complimentary subscriptions to all our platforms, including The Sydney Morning Herald, AFR, The Age, Brisbane Times, and WA Today.
* Access to the Employee Exclusives program, offering unique experiences like sitting courtside at the Australian Open or being on the sidelines for State of Origin.
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
At Nine, we're committed to fostering a workforce that embraces all aspects of diversity and inclusion, ensuring everyone feels a sense of belonging. From day one, you'll be encouraged to bring your whole self to work and supported to perform at your best.