Sport Sales Executive

Nine

Melbourne, VIC
Permanent
Full-time

16 days ago

Company DescriptionNine is Australia's largest locally owned media company - the home of Australia's most trusted and loved brands spanning News, Sport, Lifestyle, and Entertainment. We pride ourselves on creating the best content, accessed by consumers when and how they want - across Publishing, Broadcasting and Digital.Nine's assets include the 9Network, major mastheads such as The Sydney Morning Herald, The Age and The Australian Financial Review, radio stations 2GB, 3AW, 4BC and 6PR, digital properties such as nine.com.au, 9Now, 9Honey, Pedestrian.TV, Drive, subscription video platform Stan and a majority investment in Domain Group.Our Purpose: We shape culture by sparking conversations, challenging perspectives, and entertaining our communities.We bring people together by celebrating the big occasions and connecting the everyday moments. Australia belongs here. We bring our purpose to life via three shared values: We walk the talk, turn over every stone and keep it human.Job DescriptionIt's an incredible time to join the team as we prepare to deliver world class coverage for the next 10 years of the Olympic Games, starting with the Olympic Games and Paralympic Games Paris 2024.The Melbourne Sport Sales team are responsible for commercialising an ever-expanding
rights portfolio which includes NRL, State of Origin, NRLW, all four Tennis Grand Slams, International Cricket, Rugby Union and now, the Olympic and Paralympic Games!This is a dynamic and fast-paced environment that will pave the way for the successful candidate to gather significant exposure across a range of codes and a broad mix of internal stakeholders.The role involves having regular and meaningful contact with major partners of Nine
to drive mutually beneficial outcomes for both clients and Nine Sport.Day to day you will:

Manage a pipeline of briefs and proactive ideas to competently meet and exceed Sport revenue targets, whilst accurately forecasting revenue to the business
Liaise with Sport Content Partnerships team to deliver in-program exposure within sponsorships
Create market leading responses and solutions for clients and deliver solutions to your clients that are strategically and creatively led
Monitor audience delivery & conduct post analysis of campaigns

QualificationsDeliver market leading solutions while ensuring great service and results for our customers. This is a role for a passionate and experienced Sales Executive who is excited and driven by emerging trends and technologies.What we would like to see on your resume:

Knowledge of Australia's sporting landscape
Experience within a similar Sales role with Sports or Media focus (essential)
A passion for sport & experience within a dynamic/fast paced commercial environment
Excellent communication, relationship and account management skills
Proven ability of delivering revenue success and forecasting
Strong analytical skills, ability to understand revenue trends and use data to influence sales strategy
Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills & presentation skills

Additional InformationOur Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:At Nine, we are committed to fostering a workforce that embraces all aspects of diversity and inclusion and where practices are equitable to ensure our people experience a sense of belonging. From day one, you'll be encouraged to bring your whole self to work and will be supported to perform at your best. Should you require any adjustments to the recruitment process in order to equitably participate, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application.We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, and of all ages, nationalities, backgrounds and cultures.Disclaimer: We do not accept unsolicited agency resumes and are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.Work rights: Please note to apply for this role you must already have the right to lawfully work and live in Australia.

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