Job Description

The Washington Post is looking for an Enterprise Subscriptions Sales Executive who will be responsible for the full sales cycle and closing new business deals, providing Enterprise access to The Washington Post for corporate or higher education clients. This position is ideal for individuals with a strong track record in B2B sales. Reporting to the Manager of Enterprise Subscriptions, the Sales Executive will be strategic in making the most of the revenue opportunities from the corporate/ higher education space.

Motivation

This role is designed for experienced professionals who are passionate about sales and business optimization. The motivation is to ensure the growth of Enterprise Subscriptions through strategic sales efforts.

• Prospect Development: Develop prospecting initiatives and strategic sales for Enterprise subscriptions into the corporate or higher education business space to generate and close high value contracts.
• Relationship building: Establish and maintain relationships with key decision makers at organizations which are not currently subscribing to The Washington Post and presenting the value of subscription access.
• Sales Process: Manage the sales process from lead generation to contract signature. Responsible for also handling inbound leads for the corporate/ higher education vertical and maximizing the opportunities following the initial inquiry through effective cross-selling/up-selling. Facilitate accurate pipelining.
• Client Onboarding Transitioning: Coordinating with Client Success team members to ensure smooth client onboarding and launch

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to run face to face meetings with decision makers, and to sell effectively in person.
• The drive and ability to perform sales calls, to both warm and cold prospects, to drive potential leads through the buying process.
• Contacts within the corporate or higher education spaces with the decision-making power to purchase news/ subscriptions would be ideal.
• 2+ years of B2B sales experience
• The ability to handle challenging situations with professionalism.
• Knowledge of digital media platforms, applications, and technology trends.
• Ability to adapt to changing technology initiatives and a willingness to learn. Working knowledge of Salesforce.
• The candidate should have a proactive approach to sales prospecting with the ability to be persistent through outreach efforts to new clients
• This role requires a self-starter with a high degree of initiative, follow-through and ability to work independently.
• The role requires the ability to represent the company effectively with comprehensive knowledge of our product offerings
• The role demands excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work cross-functionally to achieve business goals.

• Competitive medical, dental and vision coverage
• Company-paid pension and 401(k) match
• Three weeks of vacation and up to three weeks of paid sick leave
• Nine paid holidays and two personal days
• 20 weeks paid parental leave for any new parent
• Robust mental health resources
• Backup care and caregiver concierge services
• Gender affirming services
• Pet insurance
• Free Post digital subscription
• Leadership and career development programs