Sales Account Executive
Ashby Street Outdoor, Nashville, TN, United States
Are you in search of a workplace that thrives on community connections through advertising? If so, we’d love to have you join our sales team! Our Lamar office in Nashville, Tennessee is now hiring a new Sales Account Executive (salary + commission) to help us bring innovative outdoor advertising campaigns to life for brands in Nashville, TN and surrounding areas.
What’s in it for you?
Monday–Friday, 8:00 am–5:00 pm schedule with paid holidays, combining in‑office and field sales.
No commission cap—earnings are unlimited as you grow your book.
Monthly auto and cell allowances for work‑related expenses.
What can you expect from us?
Three‑month training program and access to Lamar Sales School.
Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, critical illness, accident coverage, short and long‑term disability, paid parental leave.
120 hours of paid time off that increases with tenure.
12 paid company holidays, including Presidents Day and Juneteenth.
Employee stock purchase plan and 401(k) with company match.
Wellness incentives and ongoing professional development.
Advancement opportunities—promotion to Sales Manager from within.
What We’re Looking For In YOU
Comfortable with cold calling, both phone and in person.
Ability to give oral presentations and clearly articulate policies.
Inclusive communication with diverse populations.
Motivation to learn new technology and systems.
Strong time‑management and self‑organization skills.
Passion for outdoor advertising and the ability to sell its benefits.
Professional verbal and written communication.
Ability to perform under fluctuating workloads.
Networking skills and building trust.
Capacity to meet a sales quota and use general sales techniques.
Intrinsic self‑motivation and resilience in the face of rejection.
Education And Experience
Current and valid driver’s license.
College degree preferred.
Experience in outdoor advertising sales preferred.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
CRM experience preferred.
A Day In The Life
Meet and exceed sales targets and monitor personal sales data.
Target businesses in the assigned area and visit existing Lamar and competitor accounts.
Maintain knowledge of local and national competition.
Cluster accounts for efficient work.
Identify growth areas and open new accounts.
Use Lamar tools to locate prospects, follow up leads, prepare proposals and presentations.
Develop presentation skills and knowledge of new products.
Participate in sales, regional meetings, seminars and trade shows.
Perform administrative duties, such as: Maintain daily, weekly, and monthly sales plans a month ahead.
Follow up on client production orders and solve issues.
Maintain organized records of clients and sales activity.
Physical Demands And Work Environment
Hybrid office and field environment.
Light lifting, visual tasks, limited sitting, standing, talking, turning, walking.
Less than 10% nights away from home.
Who We Are Lamar Advertising Company, founded in 1902, is one of the largest outdoor advertising companies globally, with over 351,000 displays across the U.S. and Canada. We help local and national brands reach broad audiences daily.
We Provide Ad Space Through
Billboards
Interstate logos
Hand‑painted murals
Transportation and airports
The largest network of digital billboards in the U.S.
Lamar is an EEO/AA employer including Individuals with Disabilities, Protected Veterans, and any other State or Federally protected characteristic.
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What’s in it for you?
Monday–Friday, 8:00 am–5:00 pm schedule with paid holidays, combining in‑office and field sales.
No commission cap—earnings are unlimited as you grow your book.
Monthly auto and cell allowances for work‑related expenses.
What can you expect from us?
Three‑month training program and access to Lamar Sales School.
Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, critical illness, accident coverage, short and long‑term disability, paid parental leave.
120 hours of paid time off that increases with tenure.
12 paid company holidays, including Presidents Day and Juneteenth.
Employee stock purchase plan and 401(k) with company match.
Wellness incentives and ongoing professional development.
Advancement opportunities—promotion to Sales Manager from within.
What We’re Looking For In YOU
Comfortable with cold calling, both phone and in person.
Ability to give oral presentations and clearly articulate policies.
Inclusive communication with diverse populations.
Motivation to learn new technology and systems.
Strong time‑management and self‑organization skills.
Passion for outdoor advertising and the ability to sell its benefits.
Professional verbal and written communication.
Ability to perform under fluctuating workloads.
Networking skills and building trust.
Capacity to meet a sales quota and use general sales techniques.
Intrinsic self‑motivation and resilience in the face of rejection.
Education And Experience
Current and valid driver’s license.
College degree preferred.
Experience in outdoor advertising sales preferred.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
CRM experience preferred.
A Day In The Life
Meet and exceed sales targets and monitor personal sales data.
Target businesses in the assigned area and visit existing Lamar and competitor accounts.
Maintain knowledge of local and national competition.
Cluster accounts for efficient work.
Identify growth areas and open new accounts.
Use Lamar tools to locate prospects, follow up leads, prepare proposals and presentations.
Develop presentation skills and knowledge of new products.
Participate in sales, regional meetings, seminars and trade shows.
Perform administrative duties, such as: Maintain daily, weekly, and monthly sales plans a month ahead.
Follow up on client production orders and solve issues.
Maintain organized records of clients and sales activity.
Physical Demands And Work Environment
Hybrid office and field environment.
Light lifting, visual tasks, limited sitting, standing, talking, turning, walking.
Less than 10% nights away from home.
Who We Are Lamar Advertising Company, founded in 1902, is one of the largest outdoor advertising companies globally, with over 351,000 displays across the U.S. and Canada. We help local and national brands reach broad audiences daily.
We Provide Ad Space Through
Billboards
Interstate logos
Hand‑painted murals
Transportation and airports
The largest network of digital billboards in the U.S.
Lamar is an EEO/AA employer including Individuals with Disabilities, Protected Veterans, and any other State or Federally protected characteristic.
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