Sales Assistant at Meredith Corporation in Liberty, New York

Job Description:

Job TitleSales Assistant

Job Description
I. Job Summary | Major goals and objectives.
The Sales Assistant provides administrative support to Account Managers & Leadership team for the Shape, InStyle and Health brands. This sales assistant will serve as first point-of-contact to clients and prospects. This position assists Account Managers through the entire sales process; functions as Account Manager's "go to" person when they are out of the office. This position additionally assists the Leadership team will Administrative responsibilities (Meeting management/scheduling, T&E reporting, reports and tracking, travel)

II. Essential Job Functions
Weight %
Accountabilities, Actions and Expected Measurable Results
45%
Performs administrative support to the department. Answers telephone. Coordinates mailings. Makes reservations. Completes expense reports. Coordinates comp list mgmt. Coordinates agency/client events. Orders supplies for sales team.
40%
Participates in client support-related responsibilities. Completes Requests for Proposal (RFP's) as requested. Assists Account Managers with presentations. Submit marketing requests and ID Edit mentions. Monitors fax machine for insertion orders; distributes and files for entire sales team.
15%
Performs research responsibilities. Generates EZ Run and Ad Database requests. Submits PIB requests to Research Department.
100%

III. Minimum Qualifications and Job Requirements | All must be met to be considered.
Education:
College Degree or equivalent years of training and/or experience
Experience:
One to two years related administrative support or media experience preferred, but not required.
Specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Strong organizational skills.
Attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines.
Good analytical skills.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Interest in Style & Health preferred
% Travel Required (Approximate): 0%

It is the policy of Meredith to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Meredith will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

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