Your role and remit:

To be considered for this role, you’ll need a proven track record of successful sales experience in one or more of the following: M&E, Broadcast, Streaming, News Production, OTT Distribution, and Media Asset Management.

Your consultative sales approach, coupled with expertise in SaaS Sales & Cloud technologies, will contribute to your success in this role.

What you’ll be doing day-to-day:

• Developing and implementing a strategic business plan to expand its customer base and establish a strong market presence in the UK and Nordics regions.
• Cultivating enduring customer relationships, understanding their unique needs, and delivering tailored solutions.
• Managing existing accounts, fostering long-term partnerships to drive continued growth.
• Presenting detailed sales reports, revenue forecasts, and expense analysis to the management team.
• Staying updated on market trends and competitor activities to keep ahead in the industry.
• Collaborating with the legal team to negotiate and finalise deals.
• Creating persuasive customer proposals, including responses to RFP/RFI requests.
• Collaborating closely with the presales team, recommending suitable products and best practices.
• Leading product demonstrations and proof-of-concept presentations.
• Conducting thorough competitive analysis and devising effective positioning strategies.
• Representing the company at industry forums, trade shows and conventions.
  Seeking and embracing post-sales customer feedback to continually improve its offerings.
• Travelling to partner and potential customer locations when required.

About you and what we’re looking for:

• A proven track record of 10+ successful years in sales, specifically in M&E, broadcast, streaming, news production, OTT distribution, and media asset management.
• A consultative sales approach, delivering genuine value to customers.
• Experience in SaaS Sales & Cloud technologies.
• Strong experience collaborating with partners and resellers at a high level.
• Self-motivation with excellent time management skills and the ability to thrive under deadlines.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• A team player capable of engaging effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

In summary

This company is known for its supportive and collaborative culture where employees are encouraged to contribute their insights and ideas at all levels.

Take this opportunity to become part of an environment that will encourage you to grow both professionally and personally, whilst surrounded by a team that values your contributions and recognises your success.

About 808 Talent

Founded in 2014 by Ben Swanton, 808 Talent is an international recruitment consultancy serving the global Broadcast & Sports Media Technology community. We provide tailored talent solutions in Commercial & Sales, Professional Services and Research & Development.

Diversity and Inclusion

808 Talent is committed to providing equal treatment and equal opportunities in the selection of candidates on behalf of its clients. Candidates will not be discriminated against on the grounds of gender, gender reassignment, pregnancy, marital status, age, race, colour, ethnic background, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, religion, religious or similar belief. Every individual will be treated with dignity and respect.

If you’d like to learn more and discuss your suitability for this role, please email Ben Swanton for an initial conversation – ben@808talent.com