This position is for a well-rounded promotion/merchandising professional able to handle a variety of different advertising categories.  It is principally responsible for working directly with 3-4 sales reps to create and execute multi-platform packages and added value programs to drive business.  It reports to the Executive Marketing Director.

Responsibilities:

Work with 3-4 sales reps across different categories to fulfill all promotional needs and requests, and go on sales calls.

Write standard and customized merchandising proposals based on advertiser objectives as assigned; execute programs based on written proposals

Develop issue-specific added value programs based on written proposals

Develop client-specific sell pieces as needed in conjunction with Marketing Manager

Manage selected sponsors of our annual signature event

Manage several key multiplatform programs

Required Skills:

Excellent communication skills including written and verbal/presentation

Ability to develop creative/strategic marketing solutions for advertisers

Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects

Strong interpersonal skills; must enjoy working as part of a team

High level of proficiency in Word and PowerPoint

Required Experience:

Looking for candidates with 2+ years writing proposals/working on merchandising.

Please apply through our career site at: http://hearstcareers.silkroad.com