Sales Planner

Sales Planner

Our mission is to be different, diversified, and necessary. And to make money (put another way, to monetize the content by all A+E Global Media and platforms). We are a sales force that represents a portfolio of innovative culture brands and dynamic advertising solutions. The strength of our portfolio is how we can speak to a wide range of audience interests, connect with original creative storytelling and through multiple always-on distribution touchpoints, deliver a premium, safe environment for advertisers. We pride ourselves on reliable, accountable, and best-in-class service. If this sounds like you, we'd like you to be one of us.

Job Description

The Role: Sales Planner

A+E Global Media is seeking a Sales Planner to join our Media Solutions team. In this role, you will support our sales efforts by building strategic advertising plans, creating integrated proposals, stewarding campaigns, and assisting in presentations. You will have an assigned agency or client list to focus on, but flexibility and collaboration are key. You will also contribute across teams and departments whenever needed to support broader business objectives. Providing outstanding client service and ensuring a seamless experience for our partners will be central to your success.

What You Will Do:

• Build Linear and Digital plans in WideOrbit and Operative
• Steward campaigns to ensure delivery meets client guarantees
• Partner with Account Executives, Manager of Agency Solutions, and Directors to develop business solutions for advertisers
• Cultivate strong relationships with agencies and advertisers
• Assist in presenting media plans, programming and marketing opportunities
• Deliver exceptional customer service by proactively addressing client needs and ensuring satisfaction
• Mentor and provide guidance to Sales Service Representatives (SSRs), helping them develop the skills and knowledge needed to advance within the Media Solutions department.
• Opportunities to expand into Precision and Performance plan building and other growth areas
• This role encompasses, but is not limited to, the responsibilities listed above. Duties may expand or shift in alignment with business priorities

What You Will Learn:

You will become a trusted business solutions partner, helping advertisers grow through strategic media plans and campaign execution. You will gain exposure to the full sales cycle, from idea development to campaign completion, while staying current on industry trends and technology advancements. You will also develop leadership skills by mentoring junior team members and guiding Sales Service Representatives in their professional growth. Through daily collaboration across departments at A+E Global Media, you will build strong working relationships that foster clear communication and mutual trust with both agency and client partners.

Basic Requirements:

• 2 or more years of experience in advertising or sales research
• A four-year college degree is highly preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel and PowerPoint)

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Strong understanding of media terminology and marketing concepts
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Strong analytical skills and media math knowledge
• A team player who thrives in a collaborative environment
• Flexibility and adaptability in a constantly evolving media landscape

Compensation: Annual Pay Range: $68,924 - $79,262 Annual Incentive Target: 7.50%

The annual/hourly pay range displayed serves as a good faith estimate of the minimum and maximum base pay range for this role. Compensation for the role will be based on a number of different factors such as a candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies, location, and experience. A+E offers a competitive total compensation package, which includes healthcare coverage, 401k matching, and a range of other benefits.

A+E Global Media proudly provides equal employment opportunity for all employees and job applicants, and makes employment decisions consistent with this principle. The company's employment actions and decisions – including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, demotion, compensation, transfer, layoff, and termination – are made without regard to an employee's race, color, religion, creed, age, national origin, ancestry, sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, alienage or citizenship status, physical and/or mental disability, medical condition, family and medical leave status, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.