Lamar Advertising Company
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Lamar Advertising Company . Our Lamar office in Tuscaloosa, Alabama is hiring a new Sales Account Executive (salary + commission) to help bring innovative outdoor advertising campaigns to life for brands in Tuscaloosa, AL 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. Why Lamar?
Lamar Advertising has been named a “Best Company to Work For” in U.S. News & World Report’s annual ranking. Our Sales Account Executives are the connection between Lamar and the communities we serve, meeting and exceeding sales objectives in their assigned territory by developing long-term advertising relationships that grow Lamar advertising sales and our community relationships. What’s in it for you
A Monday-Friday schedule with paid holidays, with a combination of time spent in-office and selling in the field First-year earnings potential of $40,000 - $75,000 including commissions, dependent on experience and selling ability Commission-based pay structure with an annual base salary of $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 What you can expect from us
Comprehensive six week training program with opportunities to participate in our corporate-hosted Lamar Sales School Medical plan options and health savings account Hospital, Accident, and Critical Illness 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 and HSA contributions Ongoing professional development and internal leadership programs Advancement opportunities, with a goal to promote 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 from diverse backgrounds Motivation to learn new technology and systems Strong time management and self-organization Willingness to immerse yourself in the outdoor advertising industry Professional written and verbal communication Ability to perform under fluctuating workloads Ability to build connections and gain trust Ability to meet a sales quota using 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 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 and competitors’ 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, and prepare proposals Develop presentation skills and present to clients regularly Develop new product knowledge and selling skills Participate in sales meetings, regional meetings, seminars, and trade shows Administrative duties: maintain sales plans, follow up on client production orders, and keep records up to date Physical Demands And Work Environment
Office and field work environment Light lifting and visual requirements, including reading and depth perception Less than 10% nights away from home travel About Lamar
Founded in 1902, 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 a large network of digital billboards. Lamar is an EEO/AA employer including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. We do not sponsor work visas. Applicants must have U.S. work authorization not requiring sponsorship. Equity and Communications
SMS and email communications: By providing your contact information and submitting this form, you agree to receive communications regarding job opportunities, hiring events, and career updates. You can opt out at any time. Disability self-identification: You may voluntarily self-identify if you have a disability. Legal
Please note: This description includes statements of general nature and does not constitute a contract of employment. This post does not guarantee a job offer or details of compensation. Note: California residents information is collected in the ordinary course of considering job applicants and will be used solely for employment consideration. Regulatory identifiers may appear in job postings; this posting is for informational purposes only.
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Join to apply for the
Sales Account Executive
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Lamar Advertising Company . Our Lamar office in Tuscaloosa, Alabama is hiring a new Sales Account Executive (salary + commission) to help bring innovative outdoor advertising campaigns to life for brands in Tuscaloosa, AL 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. Why Lamar?
Lamar Advertising has been named a “Best Company to Work For” in U.S. News & World Report’s annual ranking. Our Sales Account Executives are the connection between Lamar and the communities we serve, meeting and exceeding sales objectives in their assigned territory by developing long-term advertising relationships that grow Lamar advertising sales and our community relationships. What’s in it for you
A Monday-Friday schedule with paid holidays, with a combination of time spent in-office and selling in the field First-year earnings potential of $40,000 - $75,000 including commissions, dependent on experience and selling ability Commission-based pay structure with an annual base salary of $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 What you can expect from us
Comprehensive six week training program with opportunities to participate in our corporate-hosted Lamar Sales School Medical plan options and health savings account Hospital, Accident, and Critical Illness 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 and HSA contributions Ongoing professional development and internal leadership programs Advancement opportunities, with a goal to promote 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 from diverse backgrounds Motivation to learn new technology and systems Strong time management and self-organization Willingness to immerse yourself in the outdoor advertising industry Professional written and verbal communication Ability to perform under fluctuating workloads Ability to build connections and gain trust Ability to meet a sales quota using 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 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 and competitors’ 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, and prepare proposals Develop presentation skills and present to clients regularly Develop new product knowledge and selling skills Participate in sales meetings, regional meetings, seminars, and trade shows Administrative duties: maintain sales plans, follow up on client production orders, and keep records up to date Physical Demands And Work Environment
Office and field work environment Light lifting and visual requirements, including reading and depth perception Less than 10% nights away from home travel About Lamar
Founded in 1902, 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 a large network of digital billboards. Lamar is an EEO/AA employer including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. We do not sponsor work visas. Applicants must have U.S. work authorization not requiring sponsorship. Equity and Communications
SMS and email communications: By providing your contact information and submitting this form, you agree to receive communications regarding job opportunities, hiring events, and career updates. You can opt out at any time. Disability self-identification: You may voluntarily self-identify if you have a disability. Legal
Please note: This description includes statements of general nature and does not constitute a contract of employment. This post does not guarantee a job offer or details of compensation. Note: California residents information is collected in the ordinary course of considering job applicants and will be used solely for employment consideration. Regulatory identifiers may appear in job postings; this posting is for informational purposes only.
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