ABOUT US

Where do you find your local community news? How do you stay connected to new and old businesses in your community? Metroland Media is a communication company built on a strong history of providing the news to Ontario’s door steps for over 100 years. In this ever growing industry we have continued to evolve, allowing us to become the industry leaders. Flyers, magazines, trade shows, digital advertising and distribution is a snapshot of our companies breadth. If you are looking for a dynamic company built on a strong history within your community, look no further.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Join our award-winning team! We are looking for someone who is driven, outgoing, loves talking on the phone, and who loves to meet new people every day! The purpose of this position is to perform outbound sales calls to increase sales revenue through new business development. 

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Create and implement new inside sales features with a multimedia approach
• Prospecting, selling, follow up order entry, artwork design and proofing to final customer satisfaction 
• Making a minimum of 100 calls per day initially until a solid client list is developed
• Prospect and develop accounts by researching local businesses and advertisers’ marketing by utilizing competing publications, social media, digital products, and any dormant accounts
• As part of this role, you will be required to handle credit card information. Metroland Media is PCI compliant company, and requires people in this role to take PCI training to handle cards in a safe and compliant manner 

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Degree or Diploma in Business, Marketing or in related field
• Minimum 1 year of experience in both sales and customer service

• Experience with implementing sales and marketing practices across a broad spectrum of platforms

• Strong customer focus with excellent sales presentation skills

• Self-starter with the determination to be successful and possess the ability to work with and exceed targets

• Effective communication, both written and verbal and a competent listener

• Excellent organizational and time management skills

• Ability to make quality decisions in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment

• Creative thinker that is comfortable with learning on the fly

OUR AODA COMMITMENT

Metroland is committed to accessibility in employment and to ensuring equal access to employment opportunities for candidates, including persons with disabilities. In compliance with AODA, Metroland will endeavour to provide accommodation to persons with disabilities in the recruitment process upon request. If you are selected for an interview and you require accommodation due to a disability during the recruitment process, please notify the hiring manager upon scheduling your interview.