Advertising Sales Account Representative

Centrally located Yakima Valley. Come join our team and work in one of the most centrally located towns in Washington. The Yakima Herald Republic is seeking a skilled sales representative to build relationships and help our clients grow. We’re the largest media company in the region and provide a robust portfolio of print and digital marketing solutions. This is an outside sales position and includes $50,000 annual base, up to $70,000 a year with commission. If you are a people person and have experience selling to businesses and are looking for a company with great benefits and work-life balance, this might be a good fit for you. Near the mountains, rivers and lakes, a short drive to Seattle, Oregon and only a few hours’ drive from Idaho, Yakima is known for its quality and quantity of agricultural crops, large wine and craft beverage industry, blue skies, and affordable housing. There are plenty of wineries, dining options, local breweries, and golf courses in the area. Yakima Valley has a slice of something special for everyone. Job Requirements · Excellent organizational skills. · Reliable transportation always · Proficient in Microsoft Office Products including Word, Excel and PowerPoint · Able to manage multiple projects · Outstanding communication skills both written and verbal · Attend all sales meetings and company training as directed Experience Candidate should have at least two years’ experience in a consultative selling role, account management, and presenting solutions to business owners. Skills and Abilities / Lifting Requirements (Maximum weight required) This position requires a strong aptitude for learning and working with the Microsoft suite of products; Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Must have reliable transportation. Good organizational skills, multi-tasking, and good understanding of the digital landscape as it relates to websites and the internet. Minimum Education, certifications or licenses High school diploma. Contact with Others Must interact and work well with others internally and externally. Excellent communication skills and teamwork. Supervision Received Requires the ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Attend weekly sales meetings, training, adhere to deadlines and meet revenue goals Supervision of others Does not manage others. Pressure of Work Multiple products, projects and deadlines. Multi-tasking and be well organized. Impact This role is essential to the success of our company. Primary Job Location (Indicate whether the position is remote, or travel required) The position is based at our Yakima Herald Republic office. This position reports to the office each morning and as an outside sales representative is expected to set and attend appointments throughout the week. This is not a work from home position. Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $50,000.00 per year Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): Can you work Monday through Friday 830am-530pm? Do you have outbound sales experience? Are you money motivated? Do you enjoy working as part of a team? Are you interested in a long-term career position? Experience: Sales: 2 years (Required) License/Certification: Driver's License (Required) Work Location: In person