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Inlander Advertising Sales Manager in Spokane, WA [1]

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Date: 2023-05

THE INLANDER, a family-owned urban weekly newspaper and media company in Spokane, Wash., is looking for an exceptional ADVERTISING SALES MANAGER to lead a high-performing sales team.

The Inlander serves a thriving, growing region which is home to more than 600,000 people in the Spokane-Coeur d’Alene region. We work every day to make our community more vibrant and dynamic. We believe strongly in the power of print, and our advertisers and partners have relied on us to deliver powerful results through our print and digital platforms.

Over the past 30 years, the Inlander has grown to become the region’s best-read newspaper, in addition to producing targeted glossy city guides, two magazines and a digital suite that includes robust web and email content and advertising solutions. We also produce high-quality events, including Inlander Restaurant Week, which features three-course meals at more than 100 restaurants every year.

As the local sales manager, you will oversee all sales activities and foster a goal-oriented, fun and team-based environment. You will provide ongoing coaching and training to help account reps develop the skills and strategies they need to be successful and meet their goals.

You will also play a critical role in finding, attracting and developing new talent.

Working with the general manager you will develop and execute effective sales strategies to meet revenue goals and deliver effective client solutions.

You will build on and develop meaningful and strong client and community relationships.

You will be highly organized and capable of managing multiple projects while meeting key print and digital deadlines.

As a key leader in this organization, you will also have an opportunity to affect company policy, strategy and culture as the Inlander continues to grow and innovate.

What you bring to the table

4-6 years sales experience. Media sales experience (print, television, radio, cable or digital advertising) is preferred

Strong leadership skills. Previous management experience is preferred, but we will consider candidates wanting to take the next career step into management

A proven track record of building strong relationships and meeting or exceeding revenue expectations

Excellent written and face-to-face communication skills and honed negotiating skills

Deep understanding of marketing principles and applications in business

A willingness to live in the Spokane-Coeur d’Alene region; this position is not remote

Pay Range

$80-$100k+

Compensation will be a combination of base salary and uncapped performance-based bonuses. Compensation depends on experience.

About Inlander

We care about our employees, our culture and the role we play in contributing to the vibrancy of the Inland Northwest. Our office is located on the Spokane River in Kendall Yards — one of the liveliest and most desirable pockets of downtown Spokane. We have a fun, creative team of more than 30 staffers, with regular happy hour events and opportunities to be a part of local cultural events.

We believe in work-life balance. Benefits include access to health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (Simple plan with a company match) and 16 days of paid time off, along with five paid holidays.



If you think you’re a fit, please send a cover letter and resume to [email protected].

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