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Hearst Media Services

Vice President Strategic Sales

Hearst Media Services, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199


Vice President of Strategic Accounts

Hearst Bay Area, a division of Hearst, is at the forefront of delivering award-winning news content and cutting-edge digital advertising solutions to businesses of all sizes. With a proven track record of profit growth, our world-class local sales organization has been the driving force behind our success. To continue this trajectory, we are searching for a dynamic and visionary

Vice President of Strategic Accounts

to lead and expand our largest local business accounts.

Why Hearst Bay Area?

Innovative Impact:

Join a company renowned for its trailblazing spirit in news and digital media.

Leadership Opportunity:

Lead a high-performing team of Strategic Account Executives, shaping the future of our largest clients.

Strategic Growth:

Drive significant new business development while deepening relationships with top-tier clients.

Collaborative Culture:

Work closely with internal teams and senior leadership to achieve and exceed ambitious sales goals.

Professional Growth:

Thrive in an environment that values continuous learning and development, with ample opportunities for advancement.

What You’ll Do

Inspire and Lead:

Manage and motivate a team of Strategic Account Executives (SAEs) to exceed revenue targets and drive meaningful growth within key business verticals.

Strategic Vision:

Develop and execute innovative sales strategies tailored to the needs of our top clients, ensuring alignment with broader company objectives.

Client Partnership:

Cultivate and deepen relationships with our largest advertising accounts, becoming a trusted advisor who understands their unique business challenges and goals.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

Partner with sales managers, directors, and leadership across the organization to leverage collective strengths and drive integrated solutions.

Data-Driven Insights:

Utilize strong analytical skills to identify trends, optimize performance, and proactively address challenges to achieve continuous growth.

Results-Oriented:

Consistently meet and exceed monthly, quarterly, and annual revenue forecasts, demonstrating a relentless commitment to success.

Cultural Steward:

Foster a positive, high-energy team culture that is both fun and fiercely competitive, ensuring that every team member is aligned with the vision of winning.

What You Bring

Proven Leadership:

7-10 years of sales management experience with a history of surpassing revenue goals and leading high-performance teams.

Digital Expertise:

Deep understanding of digital media, advertising sales, and the latest advancements in AI as they relate to marketing and advertising.

Strategic Thinker:

Ability to proactively identify opportunities, think creatively, and implement effective sales strategies that drive tangible results.

Client-Centric:

Exceptional relationship management skills, with the ability to understand and anticipate client needs, providing tailored solutions.

Analytical Mindset:

Strong analytical skills, with the ability to derive insights from data to inform decisions and drive performance.

Passionate and Energetic:

A natural motivator who is passionate about winning, relentless in pursuit of goals, and brings a fun, energetic vibe to the team.

What’s in It for You?

Competitive Compensation:

Attractive base salary with performance-based bonuses.

Comprehensive Benefits:

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage to keep you and your family healthy.

Work-Life Balance:

Generous paid time off to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Retirement Planning:

401K with company match to secure your financial future.

In accordance with applicable law, Hearst is required to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role if hired in California. The reasonable estimate is between $215,000 and $230,000. Please note this information is specific to those hired in San Francisco. A final decision on the successful candidate’s starting salary will be based on a number of permissible, non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to skills and experience, training, certifications, and education.

Join our world-class team!

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