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Lamar Advertising Company

Sales Account Executive

Lamar Advertising Company, Omaha, Nebraska, us, 68197

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Lamar Advertising Company . Our Lamar office in Omaha, Nebraska is now hiring a new Sales Account Executive (salary + commission) to help us bring innovative outdoor advertising campaigns to life for brands in Omaha, NE and the surrounding areas. We need someone who understands the connection between marketing and sales and genuinely gets excited with each and every sale - big or small! Rated #1 Sales team for 2025 on Comparably, our AE's 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 not only Lamar advertising sales, but also our relationships in our communities. What’s in it for you?

A Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM schedule with paid holidays, with a combination of time spent in-office and selling in the field First-year earning potential of $50,000 - $70,000 including commissions, dependent on experience and selling ability No commission cap, so earning potential is unlimited as you grow your book of business Monthly auto and cell allowances for work-related expenses What can you expect from us?

Comprehensive 6 week training program with opportunities to participate in our corporate-hosted Lamar Sales School Multiple medical plan options and health savings account Hospital, Critical Illness, and Accident coverage Dental and vision insurance Short and long-term disability and paid parental leave 120 hours of paid time off (PTO) that increases with tenure 12 paid company holidays including Presidents Day and Juneteenth Employee Stock purchase plan 401(k) plan with company match Wellness program incentives such as medical plan premium holidays and HSA contributions Ongoing professional development and internal leadership programs to maximize your career potential Advancement opportunities, as our goal is to promote all Sales Managers from within 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 to businesses and customers 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 to fulfill our application requirements should email recruiting@lamar.com Day In The Life

On a regular basis, you will: Meet and exceed sales targets and monitor personal sales data and reports Target businesses in the assigned area and visit each established Lamar client as well as competitor's clients 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, as well as prepare proposals Develop their presentation skills by utilizing computer tools, 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 and following up on client production orders Physical Demands And Work Environment

Combination of office work and field sales Light lifting; reading with good color distinction; acumen and depth perception; extended sitting not required Nights away from home traveling less than 10% Who We Are

Lamar Advertising Company is one of the largest outdoor advertising companies in the world, with over 351,000 displays across the United States and Canada. We provide ad space through billboards, interstate logos, hand-painted murals, transportation and airports, and the largest network of digital billboards in the United States. We are an EEO/AA employer including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. We do not sponsor work visas; only candidates authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship will be considered. Disability Self-Identification: You will be asked to voluntarily self-identify whether you have a disability during the application process. Please review the related information here. California Residents: Lamar collects personal information for job consideration. By submitting an application, you consent to use of this information for employment consideration. We do not sell this information.

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