Northumberland News Looking for Sales Representative at Cobourg , Ontario Full Time

Company Description

Where do you find your local community news? How do you stay connected to new and old businesses in your community? Metroland Media is a communication company built on a strong history of providing the news to Ontario’s door steps for over 100 years. In this ever growing industry we have continued to evolve, allowing us to become the industry leaders. Flyers, magazines, trade shows, digital advertising and distribution is a snapshot of our companies breadth. If you are looking for a dynamic company built on a strong history within your community, look no further.

Job Description

We are looking for an individual interested in a Sales Representative position in the Northumberland Region. Applicants must be self-starters and exceptionally goal oriented as the focus of this position is on developing new revenue opportunities for both the print and digital media products.

• Prospect for new accounts, source leads, cold call, and research to generate sales in multi-media platforms
• Responsible for ongoing sales with both new and existing clients
• Consistently attain and/or surpass sales targets and hitting revenue targets
• Develop and maintain strong business relationships with clients to build business opportunities
• Provide professional customer service in ensuring superior client satisfaction at all times
• Create proposals and advertising solutions through compelling business cases
• Provide customers with creative and effective advertising solutions and play a key role in the overall success of our organization
• As part of this role, you will be required to handle credit card information. Metroland Media is PCI compliant company, and requires people in this role to take PCI training to handle cards in a safe and compliant manner

Qualifications

• College Diploma in Business, Marketing or related field
• Minimum 3 years direct sales and marketing experience
• Team player, able to contribute to the overall success of the company
• Strong business acumen to understand customer goals, challenges and operations
• Proven consultative selling skills
• Self-starter and can adapt quickly to changing environments and market trends
• Ability to pursue issues to resolution, in a timely and courteous manner
• A valid Driver’s Licence and reliable vehicle

Additional Information

Torstar Group of Companies is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier free recruitment process ensuring equal access to employment opportunities for candidates, including persons with disabilities. In compliance with Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and Ontario Human Rights Code we will endeavour to provide accommodation to persons with disabilities in the recruitment process upon request. If you are selected for an interview and you require accommodation due to a disability during the recruitment process, please notify the hiring manager upon scheduling your interview of your requirements.