Lee Enterprises - Davenport, IA
posted 4 months ago
The Regional Sales Director at Lee Enterprises Inc. plays a pivotal role in driving sales and managing the sales process within the Greater Quad Cities area, specifically focusing on the Dispatch/Argus, Quad City Times, and Muscatine Journal. This position is based in Davenport, Iowa, and is primarily an in-office role with flexible working hours. The Regional Sales Director will report directly to the President of the Iowa Business Unit and will be responsible for coordinating the sales process from prospecting and lead generation through to contracting. This includes conducting industry research, developing client proposals, analyzing and forecasting sales revenue, and managing a personal account list. As a member of the Iowa sales leadership team, the Regional Sales Director must demonstrate initiative and the ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a fast-paced environment. The role requires a tech-savvy individual who is financially literate, an excellent communicator, and possesses strong organizational, collaborative, and client service skills. The successful candidate will be expected to build a high-performing sales team, set sales goals, develop strategies to win new business, and maintain strong customer relations to drive sales revenue. This position is crucial for the growth and success of Lee Enterprises in the competitive advertising and digital marketing landscape.