Account Manager (Business Development) - Los Angeles

Account Manager (Business Development) Cision, US Los Angeles

We are Cision! Bacon s Information is now Cision, the leading global provider of media research, distribution, monitoring and evaluation services. Cision, Inc is a worldwide provider of media research, distribution, monitoring and evaluation services for public relations, marketing and corporate communications professionals.

Cision helps corporate communications and public relations professionals maximize results in media relations. Cision is the first provider of integrated service solutions designed to give its clients the ability to research the industry s leading media information to efficiently target their messages, distribute press communications according to contact preferences, monitor all media including print, Internet and broadcast, and evaluate media coverage to determine the degree in which PR objectives have been reached. Cision operates globally, having a presence in more than a dozen countries worldwide.

Position purpose:

The Account Manager role is primarily an inside sales position supporting a geographic territory. This role primarily focuses on identifying and cold calling current and new clients, with a concentration on selling monitoring and evaluation accounts. An occasional outside call may occur.

Main Tasks/Responsibilities: Meet monthly account goal as detailed in compensation planMeet sales activities/client visits as detailed in compensation plan Document all client calls and transactions in the appropriate CRM application Develop semi-annual business plan Work with multiple internal client service groups to ensure that the customer experience is seamless Participate in local PRSA or local publicity club committee events Experience: 1-3 years sales experience focused on development of new business Proficient using a variety of software applications Experience selling or demonstrating software Communications, public relations or journalism background is a plusBachelor s degree preferred

Our fast-paced, results-driven environment calls for individuals who are energetic, have a strong work ethic and are innovative. We want individuals who can see beyond the obvious bringing greater value to our clients.

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.

To apply online, please click on the apply online option below or post your resume to Cision s career website by visiting http://us.cision.com/about_cision/careers/careers_overview.asp

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:
Routinely Achieving and Exceeding Personal and Corporate Goals, Strong in Follow-Up & Follow Through, Strong Interpersonal Skills