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The Humboldt Journal/East Central Trader has an opening for an Advertising Sales Representative. This is a role requiring strong interpersonal skills, a can-do attitude and a desire to meet goals.
The Humbold Journal & East Central Trader serve a large and vibrant community in central Saskatchewan. Coverage is centred on Humboldt and includes communities within about a 100km radius. Our two newspapers are published in print and online, and we also offer digital advertising solutions to the communities we serve.
The Advertising Sales Representative is responsible for sales into our publications and website, and works with the publisher to create and deliver on an annual sales calendar.
YOU
... love working with people
... are interested in business, especially local businesses in Humboldt and the surrounding communities
... have computer skills and are interested in digital technologies
are organized with good math skills
... are innovative
... have a can-do attitude and a desire to meet goals
WE
... offer base salary plus commission on ad, digital and commercial print sales
... offer a generous benefits package
offer intial training with ongoing training opportunities throughout your career
are part of a larger news organization that can lead to opportunities for advancement
To apply, send resume & cover letter to:
publisher@humboldtjournal.ca
Deadline for applications February 2, 2018
Essential Skills
- Reading text
- Document use
- Numeracy
- Writing
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Critical thinking
- Job task planning and organizing
- Finding information
- Computer use
- Continuous learning
- Significant use of memory
Type of Customers
- Wholesalers
- Retailers
- Professional clients
- Industrial establishments
- Domestic governments
- Commercial establishments
Type of Sales Account
- Regional accounts
- Key accounts
Transportation/Travel Information
- Own transportation
- Own vehicle
- Valid driver's licence
Type of Sales/Marketing
- General sales
Specific Skills
- Advertise sales
- Customer service oriented
- Arrange for on-site previews of goods
- Promote sales to existing clients
- Prepare or oversee preparation of sales or other contracts
- Conduct sales transactions
- Estimate or quote prices, credit or contract terms, warranties and delivery dates
- Identify and solicit potential clients
- Consult with clients after sale or signed contracts
- Review and adapt information regarding product innovations, competitors and market conditions
- Provide clients presentations of the benefits and uses of goods or services
Work Location Information
- On-site customer service
- Various locations
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
- Fast-paced environment
- Work under pressure
- Tight deadlines
- Repetitive tasks
- Handling heavy loads
- Attention to detail
- Sitting
- Combination of sitting, standing, walking
- Standing for extended periods
Own Tools/Equipment
- Internet access
- Cellular phone
Products or Services (Sales)
- Print and packaging
- Media advertising
Business Equipment and Computer Applications
- Word processing software
- Spreadsheet software
- General office equipment
- Electronic mail