Sales Executive

Nine is Australia’s largest locally owned media company. Working at Nine, you’ll have access to a unique range of experiences and opportunities, helping drive the success of the country’s most trusted television, radio, digital and publishing brands. 

Our content reaches almost every Australian - meaning what we do has real impact. We bring people together, celebrate the big moments, and capture the everyday ones.

Some of our most beloved brands have been part of Australian life for generations, and others - new on the scene - have already found their place firmly in our lives. We’re evolving and we need people like you to bring new ideas, innovate and make your mark.

Nine is looking for a Sales Executive to join our Total TV Team, focusing on Metro TV!

Reporting into a Group Business Manager, the Sales Executive (SE) role is the primary day-to-day contact for clients, media planners and buyers. They are ultimately responsible for maximising revenue and share across their portfolio, developing and executing a sales strategy to deliver YOY revenue, yield and share growth, creating and selling premium sponsorships and leading, managing and guiding a Sales Coordinator/Account Executive.

Day to day duties include: 

• Actively working with your Group Business Manager to meet revenue targets, secure the largest market share and promoting Nine products and the company’s suite of assets.
• Creating targeted advertising schedules/premium sponsorships across all relevant channels based on briefs received from advertising agencies.
• Understanding the market trading conditions and negotiate trading discounts/rates on casual business in conjunction with the Group Business Manager.
• Building and maintaining successful relationships with key agency contacts and internal stakeholders.
• Lead, coach and upskill your resource to be the best they can be.
• Using data to review success of a campaign to ensure continuous improvement, monitor delivery and proactively act on performance and progress against clients goals.

What you'll bring:

• A thorough understanding of broadcast systems and measurement metrics. Excellent communication and relationship management skills. 
• Demonstrated experience within sales, within a client marketing department or within a media agency. 
• Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines. Demonstrated organisational and time management skills.
• An appreciation of the market trading conditions and ability to negotiate trading discounts on casual business in conjunction with the Group Business Manager. 
• Strong numerical and analytical skills. 
• Intermediate Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, Power Point. 
• Proficiency in Google Suite is desirable 

How we work

At Nine, our flexible work options vary by role and team. Depending on the position, this may include flexible hours, hybrid work, or part-time arrangements. We welcome discussing your flexibility needs during the hiring process - just ask the Talent Acquisition team. 

Being part of our Nine Sales team means you will benefit from:

• Competitive Sales Incentive Scheme that rewards and recognises performance & success. 
• Sales Academy – our bespoke training and development program for Sales.
• 18 weeks paid parental leave with no distinction between primary and secondary carers
• Access to 'Employee Exclusives' program - a way of getting closer to our incredible brands, offering unique experiences, behind-the-scenes access, and awesome perks.
• Digital newspaper subscription to our mastheads
• Annual gift voucher for Stan subscription

More info at Nine Careers.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:

We're committed to a safe, respectful and inclusive Nine. From day one, you'll be encouraged to bring your whole self to work and will be supported to perform at your best.

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, and of all ages, genders, nationalities, backgrounds and cultures as we recognise the importance and value of diverse perspectives. Should you require any adjustments to the recruitment process, please advise us when you apply.

Work rights: Please note to apply for this role you must already have the right to lawfully work and live in Australia.