Responsibilities
- Assist in creating and launching new sales tools and materials for the Ad Sales Organization, such as highlighting newsletter opportunities and ensuring resource availability on company sites.
- Work with Sellers, Account Managers, Sales Enablement, Development, and Planning to address real-time client feedback on opportunities.
- Offer package customization and assist sellers in advancing deals through the sales funnel.
- Act as a brand and intellectual property sales expert for the broader NBCU Ad Sales team, alongside the VP and Director of Brand Partnerships.
- Maintain a pipeline of client interest, prospecting, and sponsorship revenue related to tentpole and priority programming.
- Manage trackers for category exclusivity, incumbency, and the renewal process.
- Ensure connectivity among all Brand Partnership Managers regarding category availability in tentpoles, and track and advise the Director and VP on areas of high or low interest.
- Triage or escalate sales issues related to partnerships.
- Communicate any changes to materials or frameworks to Sales Enablement and Development, such as updates to 48x48, custom, or proactive initiatives.