About the Role & Team
Disney Ad Sales’ Revenue Management division is seeking a Sales Planner to join our dynamic Planning team! For this role, we're looking for a highly detail-oriented and organized individual. Are you someone who displays dedication to learn and grow in a high energy environment? We are looking for a strong communicator who has the ability to build and maintain impactful relationships, both internally and externally. If you are looking for an exciting opportunity in a results-based, fun, sales environment, this opportunity may be the next move for you!
What You Will Do
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Support a dedicated book(s) of business, managing the RFP process from proposal generation to order entry across assigned Disney brands and business verticals
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Partner internally with Sales and Revenue Management to implement packaging and pricing strategy, as defined by Revenue Management ratecards and guidelines
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Maintain the pipeline in collaboration with your Sales team
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Execute budget revisions including incremental spend, optimizations, makegoods, and cancellations
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Collaborate with various departments, such as Ad Ops, Inventory Analytics, Streaming Solutions and Measurement Solutions to help fulfill a variety of client requests and aid Sales in their proposals
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Partner closely with the Ad Ops team to execute campaigns, maximize delivery against contracted goals, and address client reporting needs
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Collaborate with the Finance team to assist with the billing process
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Communicate effectively with agency contacts to address RFP deliverables and ad hoc requests
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Identify areas for improvement within the pre-sale process and recommend solutions to drive operational efficiencies
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As needed, assist in the preparation and follow-up for client meetings, including the review of industry and account-specific information
Required Qualifications & Skills
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2+ years professional experience; media sales planning and/or buying experience strongly preferred
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An excitement to work in a collaborative Ad Sales team environment
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A positive demeanor and approach when handling day-to-day tasks
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An ability to effectively problem-solve and multi-task
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Strong attention to detail and robust organizational skills
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills
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Experience working across Microsoft Suite, with proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint required
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Embodies an eager-to-learn attitude with a drive to take on new responsibilities
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Proficiency in media math and terminology is advantageous
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Familiarity of Operative One and TV landscape is beneficial
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The hiring range for this position based in New York is $68,400 to $91,700 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.
