Lamar Advertising Company
Sales Account Executive
Lamar Advertising Company, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, United States, 29588
Overview
Are you in search of a workplace that thrives on community connections through advertising? If so, we’d love to have you join our sales team. Our Lamar office in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina is hiring a Sales Account Executive (salary + commission) to bring innovative outdoor advertising campaigns to life for brands in Myrtle Beach, SC and the surrounding areas. We need someone who understands the connection between marketing and sales and genuinely gets excited with each sale. Rated #1 Sales team for 2025 on Comparably, our Sales Account Executives are the connection between Lamar and the communities we serve. Our AEs meet and exceed sales objectives in their assigned territory by using professional sales techniques to develop long-term advertising relationships that grow Lamar advertising sales and our relationships in the communities. Compensation
Base pay range: $50,000.00/yr - $70,000.00/yr First-year earning potential of $50,000 - $70,000 including commissions, dependent on experience and selling ability. Base: $22,000 - $24,000. No commission cap, so earning potential is unlimited as you grow your book of business. Monthly auto and cell allowances for work-related expenses. Comprehensive 6-month training program with opportunities to participate in our corporate-hosted Lamar Sales School. What We’re Looking For In You
Comfort making cold calls over the phone and in-person Ability to make oral presentations and clearly articulate policies and procedures Align with our values of inclusivity and effectively communicate with people of various backgrounds Motivation to learn new technology and systems Ability to exhibit effective time management and self-organization Willingness to immerse yourself in the outdoor advertising industry with the intent of selling its benefits Ability to communicate professionally both verbally and in writing Ability to perform effectively under fluctuating workloads A knack for making connections and gaining the trust of others Ability to meet a sales quota and utilize general sales techniques Intrinsic self-motivation to overcome challenges and meet goals Resilience in response to rejection Education And Experience
Current and Valid Driver’s License required College Degree preferred Previous Outdoor Advertising sales experience preferred Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite CRM experience preferred Please note: Upon submitting your application, you may be asked to complete an 8-15 minute personality assessment. This assessment compares your professional soft skills to the skills required for success in this role. Please answer honestly; this is not a test. Not completing this assessment could result in disqualification from consideration for this position. Candidates with a disability in need of an accommodation should email recruiting@lamar.com. A Day In The Life
Meet and exceed sales targets and monitor personal sales data and reports Target businesses in the assigned area and visit Lamar clients as well as competitor clients within a specified time frame Exhibit working knowledge of local and national competition Cluster accounts to work them efficiently Identify potential growth areas and open new accounts Use Lamar computer tools to locate prospects, follow up on leads, and prepare proposals and written presentations Develop presentation skills and present to clients on a regular basis Develop new product knowledge and selling skills Participate in sales meetings, regional meetings, seminars, and trade shows Perform administrative duties, such as maintaining sales plans, following up on client production orders, and keeping organized client records Physical Demands And Work Environment
Combination of office work and field sales calls Light lifting; reading with color distinction, acuity, depth perception, and peripheral vision Occasional travel with Nights spent away from home less than 10% Lamar is an EEO/AA employer including Individuals with Disabilities, Protected Veterans, and other protected characteristics. Lamar Advertising does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a work visa. Only candidates with U.S. work authorization not requiring sponsorship will be considered for employment. SMS and email communications: By providing your contact information and submitting this form, you consent to receive communications regarding job opportunities and updates. You may opt out at any time by emailing recruiting@lamar.com or replying STOP to text messages. Your information will be processed in accordance with our privacy policy. California Residents: Lamar collects personal information in the ordinary course of considering job applicants and may include your name, address, phone number, employment history, and other information provided. Submitting an application consents to use or sharing of this information solely for employment consideration. Lamar will not sell this information.
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Are you in search of a workplace that thrives on community connections through advertising? If so, we’d love to have you join our sales team. Our Lamar office in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina is hiring a Sales Account Executive (salary + commission) to bring innovative outdoor advertising campaigns to life for brands in Myrtle Beach, SC and the surrounding areas. We need someone who understands the connection between marketing and sales and genuinely gets excited with each sale. Rated #1 Sales team for 2025 on Comparably, our Sales Account Executives are the connection between Lamar and the communities we serve. Our AEs meet and exceed sales objectives in their assigned territory by using professional sales techniques to develop long-term advertising relationships that grow Lamar advertising sales and our relationships in the communities. Compensation
Base pay range: $50,000.00/yr - $70,000.00/yr First-year earning potential of $50,000 - $70,000 including commissions, dependent on experience and selling ability. Base: $22,000 - $24,000. No commission cap, so earning potential is unlimited as you grow your book of business. Monthly auto and cell allowances for work-related expenses. Comprehensive 6-month training program with opportunities to participate in our corporate-hosted Lamar Sales School. What We’re Looking For In You
Comfort making cold calls over the phone and in-person Ability to make oral presentations and clearly articulate policies and procedures Align with our values of inclusivity and effectively communicate with people of various backgrounds Motivation to learn new technology and systems Ability to exhibit effective time management and self-organization Willingness to immerse yourself in the outdoor advertising industry with the intent of selling its benefits Ability to communicate professionally both verbally and in writing Ability to perform effectively under fluctuating workloads A knack for making connections and gaining the trust of others Ability to meet a sales quota and utilize general sales techniques Intrinsic self-motivation to overcome challenges and meet goals Resilience in response to rejection Education And Experience
Current and Valid Driver’s License required College Degree preferred Previous Outdoor Advertising sales experience preferred Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite CRM experience preferred Please note: Upon submitting your application, you may be asked to complete an 8-15 minute personality assessment. This assessment compares your professional soft skills to the skills required for success in this role. Please answer honestly; this is not a test. Not completing this assessment could result in disqualification from consideration for this position. Candidates with a disability in need of an accommodation should email recruiting@lamar.com. A Day In The Life
Meet and exceed sales targets and monitor personal sales data and reports Target businesses in the assigned area and visit Lamar clients as well as competitor clients within a specified time frame Exhibit working knowledge of local and national competition Cluster accounts to work them efficiently Identify potential growth areas and open new accounts Use Lamar computer tools to locate prospects, follow up on leads, and prepare proposals and written presentations Develop presentation skills and present to clients on a regular basis Develop new product knowledge and selling skills Participate in sales meetings, regional meetings, seminars, and trade shows Perform administrative duties, such as maintaining sales plans, following up on client production orders, and keeping organized client records Physical Demands And Work Environment
Combination of office work and field sales calls Light lifting; reading with color distinction, acuity, depth perception, and peripheral vision Occasional travel with Nights spent away from home less than 10% Lamar is an EEO/AA employer including Individuals with Disabilities, Protected Veterans, and other protected characteristics. Lamar Advertising does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a work visa. Only candidates with U.S. work authorization not requiring sponsorship will be considered for employment. SMS and email communications: By providing your contact information and submitting this form, you consent to receive communications regarding job opportunities and updates. You may opt out at any time by emailing recruiting@lamar.com or replying STOP to text messages. Your information will be processed in accordance with our privacy policy. California Residents: Lamar collects personal information in the ordinary course of considering job applicants and may include your name, address, phone number, employment history, and other information provided. Submitting an application consents to use or sharing of this information solely for employment consideration. Lamar will not sell this information.
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