Temporary Sales Director

About Hearst Magazines

Hearst Magazines’ portfolio of more than 30 iconic brands in the U.S. inspires and entertains audiences across all media platforms. We are a global media company that publishes nearly 200 magazine editions and 175 websites around the world—and together, we are shaping what’s next.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day business and relationships across the full territory account list, with a primary focus on assigned retail accounts.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned accounts throughout the maternity coverage period, ensuring continuity and a high level of service.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key account contacts, developing a deep understanding of their priorities, needs, and business objectives.
• Identify account needs and proactively deliver solutions, information, and support that strengthen partnerships and uncover opportunities for growth.
• Drive new business development by prospecting for new accounts and opportunities across the territory and building relationships with prospective clients.
• Maintain a consistent pipeline of prospective accounts and outreach activity while proactively advancing opportunities.
• Collaborate with internal teams to manage pre- and post-sale execution and deliver effective programs across digital, social, programmatic, co-branded content, and other relevant platforms.
• Communicate accurately and promptly with clients and internal stakeholders while effectively managing multiple accounts, priorities, and deadlines.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of relevant sales, business development, or account management experience, preferably within media, advertising, or the retail category, or equivalent experience.
• Strong understanding of digital, social, programmatic, and co-branded content, with familiarity with affiliate marketing.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with strong organization, attention to detail, and follow-through.
• Demonstrated ability to build trusted client relationships and identify opportunities to grow existing and new business.
• A proactive, entrepreneurial sales mindset with the ability to work independently and take ownership of results.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple accounts, priorities, projects, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness and ability to travel within the territory as needed for client meetings and appointments.

Schedule

This role is based in our New York City office and requires in-office presence four days per week.

Pay

The hourly rate for this role is $75 per hour. This position is not eligible for bonus or commission compensation. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, qualifications, and location.