DISH is hiring: Media Sales Planner in New York

Company Summary

DISH, an EchoStar company, has been reimagining the future of connectivity for more than 40 years. Our business reach spans satellite television service, live-streaming and on-demand programming, smart home installation services, mobile plans and products and now we are building America’s First Smart Network™.

Today, our brands include EchoStar, Hughes, DISH TV, Sling TV, Boost Mobile and Gen Mobile.

Department Summary

Our DISH Media Ad Sales team, headquartered in New York City with additional offices in Chicago, Denver, and Los Angeles, empowers brands to reach their target audiences seamlessly across the DISH and Sling platforms. Specializing in data-driven addressable and programmatic advertising solutions, this innovative and passionate team excels in navigating the dynamic TV advertising landscape.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

The Sales Planner will be responsible for execution and maintenance of ordered deals and acting as a facilitator of the sales process by providing proposals that meet the needs of both DISH Media Sales and client’s needs.
 

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as point person for client communications and provide excellent customer service
• Responsible for all planning, execution, maintenance, billing, and traffic needs for the agency, holding companies, client-direct or DTC customers
• Work closely with Sales Pricing and Inventory to create and revise media plans that maximize the use of inventory while meeting both internal and external requirements
• Collaborate with numerous internal teams on the day-to-day maintenance of deals
• Maintain various weekly, quarterly, and annual reports and dashboards
• Handle various miscellaneous duties as assigned such as research projects and inventory valuations

Skills, Experience and Requirements

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree is required
• 2-3+ years experience in an ad sales organization 

Skills and Qualifications: 

• Excellent written and oral communication
• Strong analytical ability and MediaMath knowledge
• Must possess the ability to articulate needs and provide direction in a clear and concise manner
• Must be able to take ownership of a project from start to finish under direction, as needed
• Understand data-driven systems and their integration
• Comprehend desired technical requirements and ad sales infrastructure
• Ability to determine areas that need improvement and implement a plan of action
• Must be comfortable with aggressive schedules, as well as setting direction and priorities

Salary Ranges

Compensation: $62,848.00/Year - $89,815.00/Year
Benefits

We offer versatile health perks, including flexible spending accounts, HSA, a 401(k) Plan with company match, ESPP, career opportunities, and a flexible time away plan; all benefits can be viewed here: DISH Benefits.

The base pay range shown is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, and competencies; compensation is based on the role's location and is subject to change based on work location. 

Candidates need to successfully complete a pre-employment screen, which may include a drug test and DMV check. Our company is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where every individual has the opportunity to succeed. We are dedicated to providing individuals with criminal or arrest records a fair chance of employment in accordance with local, state, and federal laws.

The posting will be active for a minimum of 3 days. The active posting will continue to extend by 3 days until the position is filled.