Business Development Manager (Central Maine)

The Morning Sentinel and Kennebec Journal newspapers are seeking a Business Development Manager to help grow revenue and manage and develop our sales team.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Developing new products and packages
• Creation of business plans for new products and initiatives – establishing milestones, metrics and goals.
• Collaboration with the sales team on client solutions – providing presentations, client proposals and quotes.
• Management, development and training of the sales team, including inside, outside and classified advertising
• Resolution of issues and complaints from customers in a timely and professional manner
• Development of prospecting methods
• Administration of late ads, layout, credit and interdepartmental communication involving special sections, inside sales, and classified advertising

Our ideal candidate has/is:

• Proven sales background – print media experience a plus
• Sales leadership and development experience
• Skilled at product and package development
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Exceptional customer service focused on client relationships and conflict resolution
• Ability to lead, train and develop employees
• Proficient in all Microsoft Office products, including Excel and PowerPoint

We offer:

• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Short/long-term disability and life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Parental leave
• 401k with company match

To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to humanresources@mainetoday.com

We are an EEO employer.