Account Executive- Indies (NYC/NJ)

**Sales Lead, Indies (NYC/NJ)** Perion works with some of the world's most recognized brands and publishers, running campaigns across search, social, display, video, and CTV. Independent agencies in New York and New Jersey represent a significant and underleveraged opportunity, and we're hiring someone to own it. This role is for a seller who knows the indie agency landscape, has existing relationships, and can build a territory from a strong foundation rather than a blank page. Based in the NYC metro area, you'll develop and manage a portfolio of independent agency partners, drive revenue growth, and position Perion's full suite of digital advertising solutions across the accounts that matter most. ***Compensation:*** *$200,000–$230,000 ote, comprising of base salary and variable* **What you'll be doing** * Own and execute a strategic territory plan across independent agencies in New York and New Jersey, with clear revenue targets and a disciplined approach to pipeline management * Build and maintain senior relationships at independent agencies, positioning Perion's capabilities across CTV, display, video, mobile, and programmatic to drive partnerships that grow over time * Lead the full sales cycle from prospecting and proposal through negotiation and close, collaborating with Sales Planning on RFP responses and ensuring proposals are compelling and strategically grounded * Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the indie agency market while managing and expanding existing accounts to maximize client investment * Partner with Client Services to monitor campaign performance, surface optimization opportunities, and communicate results back to agency partners in a way that reinforces Perion's value * Provide regular pipeline updates and market intelligence to leadership, contributing competitive insights that inform go-to-market strategy **What we're looking for** * 5+ years of proven experience in the advertising industry, with a focus on digital, CTV, or programmatic sales * Previous experience owning a territory and managing relationships with independent advertising agencies in the New York market * Deep understanding of the AdTech landscape, including CTV, mobile, programmatic, and branded content * Demonstrated track record of meeting or exceeding individual sales quotas in a competitive market * Strong communication and presentation skills in English, with the ability to present confidently to senior agency stakeholders * Based in the NYC metro area, with a willingness to travel as needed **Nice to have** * Previous experience working with or selling AI-driven campaign optimization or measurement solutions * Familiarity with structured sales methodologies such as MEDDIC or equivalent qualification frameworks * Existing relationships within the New York and New Jersey independent agency ecosystem Job Id: QvEYnvy3kWjJCxUXmIJCk7aAov1P+m04GiisAL6PtiD/yWxKVPyrt+ceRmGntVOrVWD/hcTrVWN5n3ZcsViqgOcnttey47e/vw==