About the Role
Big Happy is seeking a high-energy Sr. Sales Strategist to introduce its proprietary ad platform to leading brands and media agencies. This role will oversee all pre-sales activities, equipping the sales team to drive revenue.
Responsibilities
- Act as a key support and strategic partner to Sales across all pre-sale activities.
- Lead the client RFP process with sales representatives to understand client needs and objectives, and develop tailored proposals showcasing Big Happy's capabilities.
- Strategize with the sales team to create compelling sales materials, presentations, and media plans highlighting our ad platform's unique value.
- Serve as the main point of contact for pre-sale activities, ensuring smooth communication between sales, clients, and internal teams.
- Collaborate with the Creative team to brainstorm and develop custom creative concepts (e.g., Sunrises, AR, 3D) aligning with client objectives.
- Ensure a smooth transition to post-sale teams by effectively communicating all campaign information and details.
- Participate in client meetings and presentations as needed, providing support to the sales team and addressing any sales inquiries.
- Identify opportunities for enhancing Big Happy's sales offerings and collaborate on developing potential solutions.
- Continuously seek ways to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the pre-sale process.
- Help onboard and train new strategists and coordinators on pre-sale processes and tools.
- Directly manage a Coordinator, including day-to-day guidance, performance feedback, and professional development.
- Act as a mentor to other strategists on the team as needed.
Requirements
- 4-6 years of experience in digital advertising, preferably in a pre-sale, sales planning, or similar role.
- Understanding of the digital media landscape and agency/brand client/publisher relationships preferred.
- Proficiency in Powerpoint and Excel, with the ability to tell stories visually.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, ensuring all proposal documentation and communications are clear and accurate.
- Exceptional communication skills with the ability to effectively address questions and provide clear explanations during client calls.
- Creative thinking and problem-solving abilities to develop innovative and tailored proposals that meet client objectives.
- Desire to grow, establish, and refine process to drive efficiency across the organization.
- Ability to work in a friendly and respectful manner at all times, to all Big Happy employees, partners, and clients.
Location
- New York
- Midtown New York
Work Type
- Full Time
- Hybrid
Experience Level
- Senior
- 4-6 years
Salary/Compensations
- $80,000 - $103,500 / year
Benefits
- Full-time position with strong competitive base salary
- Access to benefits, including Healthcare, Dental, Vision and Transit
- HSA/FSA match program
- 401(k) match
- Participation in Big Happy stock program
- Paid Parental Leave
- Half Day Fridays (except Q4)
- Team Happy camaraderie and encouragement
- Ability to be yourself and be successful and valued for your contributions
About the Company
- Big Happy is looking for a high-energy Sr. Sales Strategist to introduce our proprietary ad platform to the world’s most cutting-edge brands and media agencies.
