Account Manager - Broadcast - Houston

Account Executive Broadcast Division, Houston Office 2008

Company Overview:

We are Cision! Bacon's Information is now Cision, the leading global provider of media research, distribution, monitoring and evaluation services. With over 40 locations throughout the world Cision provides insight, expertise and intelligence that improves performance and builds reputation.

Cision, Inc., is an innovative leader in the collection, analysis and delivery of near real-time broadcast corporate intelligence. Cision, Inc is a worldwide provider of media research, distribution, monitoring and evaluation services for public relations, marketing and corporate communications professionals.

http://us.cision.com/products_services/cisionpoint/monitor/broadcast_monitoring/broadcast_overview.asp

The delivery of our integrated solutions requires a cohesive team atmosphere, which we provide a desirable corporate culture and maintain with on-the-job training, open communication, formal recognition programs and the hosting of various team-building and social activities. Cision offers a competitive full benefit package, including comprehensive insurance coverage, PTO, competitive salary and an outstanding 401(k) plan and a tuition reimbursement plan. Main Tasks/Responsibilities: Effectively grow new business opportunities by proactively researching potential leads. Deliver high quality product sales presentations to clients designed to drive new business and up-sell opportunities. Manage all aspects of client relations including processing sales orders, research and resolution of client queries and issues. Develop meaningful client relationships that will drive the utilization of Cision products within client organizations. Ensure the highest level of customer service by ensuring client satisfaction from point of contact through product delivery. Partner with internal resources to be the internal client advocate for all orders and product development enhancements. Experience: 5 years cold calling sales experience Business-to-business sales experience Familiarity with Sales operations cycle (monthly quotas, pipelines, end of month etc.) Concise written and verbal communication skills Must have strong proficiency in basic computer programs, internet, and CRM tools Aggressive and Driven attitude Success and Goal oriented Interest in broadcast, news or media is a plusBachelors Degree or similar level education preferred

You are welcome to apply online for this position or send an email directly for consideration to Meredith.schaumburg@cision.com

About Cision

Cision improves client performance through integrated services and software solutions for reputation and campaign management, media monitoring and research of media contacts. Cision AB (www.cision.com) is quoted on the Nordic exchange and has approximately 17,000 shareholders. The company has around 2,600 employees and a turnover of SEK 1.9 billion in 2007. Cision operates in the US, UK, Sweden, Canada, Germany, Norway, Finland, Denmark, Portugal, Lithuania, the Netherlands, Hong Kong and China, and has partners in another 125 countries.

Required Skills:
Account Management, Business Development, Business to Business Sales B2B, Commission Sales Experience, Exceed Sales Objectives, Inside Sales - telephone based selling, Sale Closing, Sales Skills