Manager, Sales

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The Sales Manager is a high-performing consultative seller responsible for driving revenue growth across a portfolio of client and agency relationships while actively expanding Forbes footprint through new business development. This role requires a balanced approach owning and growing an existing book of business while consistently identifying and converting new revenue opportunities. Covering a diverse set of categories - including luxury lifestyle financial services healthcare and technology - the Sales Manager must be adaptable strategic and comfortable navigating varying client priorities and market dynamics. This individual brings a strong track record of closing new business building lasting relationships and delivering integrated multi-platform solutions that drive measurable results. New York/Tri-State Area Candidates within travel distance of our Jersey City office are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Own and grow a portfolio of client and agency relationships while driving consistent new business development
• Prospect develop and close new revenue opportunities across key categories (luxury spirits financial services technology)
• Build trusted relationships with clients and agency partners engaging stakeholders of all levels
• Develop and present integrated multi-platform proposals across Forbes ecosystem (digital branded content social video live events)
• Achieve and exceed individual revenue targets through a balanced mix of account growth and new business
• Lead client meetings including preparing and delivering presentations and proposals that clearly articulate strategy insights and the value of Forbes integrated solutions
• Navigate and manage a diverse set of accounts adapting quickly across industries objectives and partner structures
• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams to deliver high-quality proposals and seamless campaign execution
• Maintain a strong active pipeline and accurate forecasting within CRM systems
• Stay informed on market trends client business challenges and competitive dynamics

The Ideal Candidate

• 3-5 years of advertising sales experience preferably within integrated media
• Demonstrated track record of prospecting developing and closing new business
• Experience managing and growing an existing book of business with accountability for revenue performance
• Proven ability to sell integrated solutions across digital branded content social video and experiential platforms
• Strong communication presentation and relationship-building skills
• Ability to operate with autonomy while contributing to a collaborative team environment
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting
• Adaptable and comfortable working across multiple industries and client types
• Bachelors degree or equivalent experience

The annual base salary range for this role is $100000 - $105000

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This role may evolve over time. While this job description outlines the primary responsibilities additional duties may be assigned as business needs aims to offer employees the flexibility they need in order to be successful. Some positions may require candidates to be based in a specific location for consideration while some roles may be fully remote (within the U.S.) if it aligns with the needs of the position. This position is only open to candidates residing in California Colorado Connecticut District of Columbia Florida Georgia Maine Maryland Massachusetts New Jersey New York North Carolina Pennsylvania South Carolina Tennessee Texas & Washington. Due to business operations and compliance requirements we are unable to consider applicants based outside these states at this time.

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