Account Executive, Social Networks

Company: Adknowledge
Location: New York
Posted on: January 6, 2012

Job Description:

Adknowledge is the largest privately-held online ad network with more than 300 employees and $300mm in revenue. The business runs an online auction marketplace (similar to Google Adwords) located at www.bidsystem.com where advertisers bid for click across "keyword lite" inventory in email, social games, display, and domain inventory. Bidsystem is the 5th largest advertiser marketplace next to Google, Yahoo, Facebook and MSN.

Adknowledge has grown rapidly through the acquisition of AdParlor, Hydra, Cubics, Mediarun, Lookery, Adonomics, MIVA, and Super Rewards. Adknowledge has been recognized for:

Ingram Magazine 2010 - as one of the BEST companies to work for in Kansas City
CNBC as "the next Google"
Silicon Alley Insider - as the 18th most valuable start-up in the world

Founded in 2004, Adknowledge is headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri. It has additional offices in Los Angeles, San Francisco, Ft. Myers, New York, and international offices in London and Toronto.

Adknowledge Social channel is a unique and exciting division – well established in the social network advertising industry. With access to the Facebook Ads API, we have built the tools and technology to optimize Facebook (right-hand-column) Advertising.

We have aggressive growth plans and welcome individuals with similar drive and determination. All of our employees have the autonomy to make big decisions. There is plenty of flexibility throughout the workplace, as we realize that most people have certain hours where they perform best – and it is not always between 9 and 5.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Sales Managers are responsible for establishing new Brand/Agency relationships and execution of sales activities in their defined territory. Primary duties include:

Sell, Sell, Sell: You will be expected to sell to existing clients as well as bring in sales from new clients.
Advertiser Relations: Identify opportunities and initiate relationships with new Advertising Agencies.
Salesforce: Diligent use of Salesforce to input and monitor all sales interactions.
Creating Proposals: Understanding all variables involved in Facebook Ad sales to confidently propose estimates.
Client Development: Frequent liaison with clients during and after a campaign to reinforce AdParlor’s superior service.
Social Industry Knowledge: Understanding Facebook pages for Brands and how “Likes” can translate into valuable conversations and loyal consumers.

Additional duties include:

Cold calling.
Frequenting online advertising publications.
Involvement in other marketing functions.

CANDIDATE OVERVIEW

The successful candidate will be an inspiring and confident leader with at least:

A minimum of 3 years sales OR digital agency ad buying experience
At least 1-2 year working in online advertising, affiliate marketing, software sales or social media
Experience selling online advertising to large digital agencies is highly preferred
Intermediate working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other software

The successful candidate will also demonstrate the following abilities:

Analytical: Must be able to comprehend the variables that drive successful online advertising campaigns and translate into comprehensive proposals .
Independent Decision Making: Uses intelligence, analysis, consistent rationality and objectivity when making decisions. Anticipates consequences of judgments with the ability to work autonomously with little supervision.
Energetic: The ability to find solutions and deliver results within a rapid fast changing, entrepreneurial, technology-driven culture.
Driven: Motivated and hard-worker who is always connected to the internet and passionate about the industry.
Communication (written & oral): Must have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to establish, develop and maintain business relationships, as well as have excellent presentation, problem-solving and negotiation skills.

If you would like to be considered for an opportunity with Adknowledge, please submit your online application TODAY!

To apply, Click Here

BENEFITS

Relocations packages
90% of benefits paid for employees and their families
3 weeks paid vacation plus 9 company holidays
401k and Roth 401k: 25% match up to 6%
Two times your salary life insurance - Free
Complimentary beverages and cocktail hour
Complimentary catered lunches
Casual work environment -- No Dress Code!
Leading edge technology and resources

Keywords: Adknowledge, New York, Account Executive, Social Networks, Sales / Marketing / Pr, New York, New York

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