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Warner Bros. Discovery Assistant Manager, Advertising Sales in Mumbai, India
Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of.
Who We Are…
When we say, “the stuff dreams are made of,” we’re not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD’s vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what’s next…
From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.
Job Summary:
The role entails the management of Advertising revenues, with a primary emphasis on fostering account development to drive the expansion of Ad Sales. This involves conducting sales presentations aimed at engaging advertisers and their associated ad agencies. Collaborating seamlessly with various departments, the position is pivotal in crafting and promoting compelling proposals that resonate with clients.
Job Responsibilities:
● Develop new business and grow existing business at agency and client direct level with a focus on pricing, share to ensure inventory across our network portfolio are optimized.
● Collaborate with various departments that could help develop & maintain high value clients.
● Selling big ticket IP'S & solution based content pieces to achieve the set targets.
● Establish and maintain lasting relationships with agencies, direct accounts and clients.
● Provide regular updates on network performance, audience delivery and programming to drive additional spending.
● Partner with Sales Planners/Assistants to prioritize accounts, resolve discrepancies and provide regular updates to clients and/or agencies.
● Cultivate a strong understanding of the direct response category and competitive landscape.
● Partner with the Ad Sales leadership team to manage and maximize inventory across assigned networks.
● Participates in special projects as assigned.
Job Requirements:
2 to 7 years of sales experience, preferably in Ad Sales, Concept Selling, and Brand Content Sales
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and other relevant software
Demonstrates excellent organizational skills and adeptness in prioritization
Strong verbal and written communication abilities, thriving in a deadline-driven setting
Exhibits exceptional customer service and adept problem-solving capabilities
Possesses meticulous attention to detail and thrives as a collaborative team player
Proficient in troubleshooting and effectively resolving discrepancies
Willingness to work overtime on short notice
Previous relevant experience is a valuable asset
How We Get Things Done…
This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.
Championing Inclusion at WBD
Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, regardless of sex, gender identity, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, disability or any other category protected by law.
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