Sales Planner

This is a Full Time Job

SALES PLANNER ¦ BET NETWORKS ¦ NEW YORK, (NYC) REGULAR EMPLOYEE

POSITION SUMMARY:
The Sales Planner is the primary contact of the Sales Planning department to the Account Executive regarding all assigned accounts. The Sales Planner also works with the Sales Assistant, as a team, to ensure all maintenance associated with accounts runs as ordered and that all client guarantees are delivered.

The Sales Planner reports to the Sr. Director, Inventory & Planning.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
We are looking for an experienced Sales Planner. This person must have experience building plans and be well versed in Media Math. They are also responsible for the following:
• Prepare and revise sales plans using Dealmaker system to be presented to clients/agencies.
• Daily monitoring of the Account Executives on air schedules. Working directly with Sales Assistant to ensure schedule runs as ordered.
• Manage liability and prepare post analysis. Actively track liability and arrange for under-delivery schedules to air.
• Prepare Change Notices for spots that have been missed or changes requested by agency.
• Manage internal program changes and notification to clients.
• Monitor account status after each change by checking the account totals in billing (Orion).
• Resolve account discrepancies and prepare correspondence in a timely manner.
• Perform any additional duties assigned by management.
• Dealmaker and Orion system experience is a plus.

JOB REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:
• Sales planning or advertising agency buying/planning experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Media Math skills required.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, high pressure environment.
• Attention to detail a must.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be organized, efficient, team player and strategic thinker.
• Occasional overtime required especially during Upfront season.

EDUCATION:
A bachelor's degree in a related field is required.

BET NETWORKS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER - EOE