Job Description
Company Description
Nine is Australia’s largest locally owned media company. Working at Nine, you’ll have access to a unique range of experiences and opportunities, helping drive the success of the country’s most trusted television, radio, digital and publishing brands.
Our content reaches almost every Australian - meaning what we do has real impact. We bring people together, celebrate the big moments, and capture the everyday ones.
Some of our most beloved brands have been part of Australian life for generations, and others - new on the scene - have already found their place firmly in our lives. We’re evolving and we need people like you to bring new ideas, innovate and make your mark.
Job Description
Nine is seeking a Sales Executive to join our Audio team, working across linear, streaming and podcast platforms.
The Sales Executive is the primary day-to-day contact for the media planner/buyer, and is ultimately responsible for delivering exceptional customer service to our advertising agencies and clients and driving a revenue outcome for Nine.
Day to day you will:
- Creating targeted advertising schedules across all audio channels, based on briefs received from advertising agencies.
- Grow market share & revenue across your client base.
- Understand the market trading conditions and negotiate trading discounts in
- conjunction with the Group Business Manager.
- Facilitate the sale of program sponsorships, sports sponsorships and spot packages.
- Day-to-day contact with key agency contacts.
- Accommodate and prioritise a number of concurrent advertising campaigns.
- Problem solving within the context of the job.
- Lead, manage and mentor a Sales Coordinator.
Qualifications
What you’ll bring:
- A thorough understanding of media systems and measurement metrics.
- Excellent communication and relationship management skills.
- Demonstrated experience within sales, within a client marketing department or within a media agency.
- Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
- Demonstrated organisational and time management skills.
- An appreciation of the market trading conditions and ability to negotiate trading discounts on casual business in conjunction with the Group Business Manager.
- Strong numerical and analytical skills.
- Intermediate Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, Power Point.
Additional Information
How we work
At Nine, our flexible work options vary by role and team. Depending on the position, this may include flexible hours, hybrid work, or part-time arrangements. We welcome discussing your flexibility needs during the hiring process - just ask the Talent Acquisition team.
Our employee benefits include:
- 18 weeks paid parental leave with no distinction between primary and secondary carers.
- Access to ‘Employee Exclusives’ program - a way of getting closer to our incredible brands, offering unique experiences, behind-the-scenes access, and awesome perks.
- Digital newspaper subscription to our mastheads.
- Annual gift voucher for Stan subscription.
More info at Nine Careers.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:
We’re committed to a safe, respectful and inclusive Nine. From day one, you’ll be encouraged to bring your whole self to work and will be supported to perform at your best.
We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, and of all ages, genders, nationalities, backgrounds and cultures as we recognise the importance and value of diverse perspectives. Should you require any adjustments to the recruitment process, please advise us when you apply.
Work rights: Please note to apply for this role you must already have the right to lawfully work and live in Australia.
