Trading Executive

About the role…. We’re looking for an individual who is ready to start their OOH media career as a Trading Executive, learning all aspects of the business before taking on client-specific commercial responsibility. As a member of our agile, collaborative Trading Team you will develop detailed systems and product knowledge working on a wide range of tasks. You will work with multiple internal stakeholders to build your understanding of our business and our client’s requirements. You will quickly work towards taking specific responsibility for key out of home specialist relationships using your knowledge to deliver unique client solutions. Whilst much of your initial workload will be driven by reactive requirements you will be expected to proactively promote Bauer Media’s success by selling in enhanced solutions both in the short and long term.

Responsibilities

Build and maintain relationships with aligned Specialists; Respond promptly and accurately to briefs; Question client requirements and prepare briefs that accurately reflect their needs; Seek opportunities to proactively educate and inspire customers both over the phone and face to face; Align clients need and requirements to BMO’s offering taking advantage of all data and insight; Demonstrate smart negotiation skills making use of all internal resources; Efficiently use all internal systems to accurately record and manage bookings; Build outstanding knowledge of the Bauer Media Outdoor product portfolio, it’s pricing and packaging; Work with multiple internal stakeholders to build understanding of our business and establish shared sales strategies; Understand current availability and proactively sell more exposed formats; Work to exceed Specialist targets through selling, upselling, and cross selling products Specialists

Requirements

A task-driven, numerate individual who takes pride in delivering excellent client service to help maximise sales revenue; A customer-focused professional with strong communication skills; Someone who enjoys developing new relationships into long-term, strong commercial partnerships; An analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and draw meaningful conclusions; You enjoy building swift, effective solutions; Comfortable working at pace within a commercial environment; Highly self-motivated, with the ability to plan and manage multiple briefs simultaneously; A proactive team player who works collaboratively towards team and wider business goals

Benefits

Quarterly Group commission; Flexible working and a hybrid setup (this typically looks like 3 days in the office and 2 days WFH); 33 paid holidays including bank holidays; Company Pension Scheme Contribution of up to 8%; Healthcare Cash Plan; Life Insurance and group income protection scheme; Cycle to Work Scheme + travel/season ticket loans and exclusive discounts with hundreds of retailers; Charity volunteer days