Director, Sales Development Ref#: 39228 Posting Date: 01/04/2010 Type: Permanent Description: Primary Purpose: The Director, Sales Development will lead a team of individuals responsible for building client solutions across all MSLO platforms focused on Midwest and West sales efforts, represented by the sales teams across Print, Television, Radio, and Digital. Will report to VP, Sales Development. Key responsibilities include: Managing overall deal flow across the full pipeline of client solutions in development Partnering with sales management to determine priorities and force rank key tasks for the team Ensuring that solutions are balanced across brands and media types Ensuring the overall level of solutions development is commensurate with the quality of the brands MSLO represents in the marketplace Exercising judgment as far as when customization is or is not required for a client solution Driving thought leadership on how to align the power of the MSLO assets with the specific business objectives of key clients Personally driving client solutions for select key clients Taking a proactive role on professional development to be sure that each team member is meaningfully expanding their skill set including platform expertise, communications skill sets, strategy, and creative solutions development. Salary: Start Date: Required Skills: Prior experience in a client solutions, sales development or sales marketing role within a major media company Cross-platform experience (2 or more platforms across print, digital, TV and satellite radio) Management experience, overseeing a team of 5+ people Exceptional marketing and communications skill sets including written and verbal Passion for brand marketing Ability to multi-task extensively Enthusiasm for MSLO offerings Education: Contact Name: Phone: APPLY ONLINE RETURN TO POSTINGS