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Sales Account ExecutiveLamar AdvertisingLake Charles, Louisiana, United States

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Sales Account Executive

Lamar Advertising
  • US
    Lake Charles, Louisiana, United States
  • US
    Lake Charles, Louisiana, United States

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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 Lake Charles, Louisiana, is now hiring a new Account Executive (salary + commission) to help us bring innovative outdoor advertising campaigns to life for brands in Lake Charles, LA, and the surrounding areas. We need someone who understands the connection between marketing and sales and genuinely gets excited with each and every sale – big or small!
Why Lamar? Lamar is a certified Great Place to Work, with 86% of employees in agreement. Lamar Advertising has also been named a “Best Company to Work For” in U.S. News & World Report’s annual ranking. Our Sales Account Executives are the connection between Lamar and the communities we serve, meeting and exceeding sales objectives in their assigned territory by using professional sales techniques to develop long‑term advertising relationships that grow both Lamar advertising sales and community relationships.
What’s in it for you?
Monday–Friday schedule with paid holidays and a combination of time spent in‑office and selling in the field
First‑year earning potential of $45,000–$65,000, including commissions, dependent on experience and selling ability
No commission cap, so earning potential is unlimited as you grow your book of business
Monthly auto and cell allowances for work‑related expenses
What can you expect from us?
Comprehensive training program with opportunities to participate in our corporate‑hosted Lamar Sales School
Multiple medical plan options and a health savings account
Hospital, Accident, and Critical Illness coverage
Dental and vision insurance
Short‑ and long‑term disability and 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
401(k) plan with company match
Up to $1,200 value in employer‑paid HSA contributions and cash rewards for engaging in our wellness program
A people‑first culture that invests in connection, community involvement, and transparency around employee feedback
What we’re looking for in YOU
Comfort making cold calls over the phone and in‑person
Ability to make oral presentations and clearly articulate policies and procedures
Alignment with our values of inclusivity and effective communication with people of various backgrounds
Motivation to learn new technology and systems
Effective time management and self‑organization
Willingness to immerse yourself in the outdoor advertising industry and sell its benefits to businesses and customers
Professional verbal and written communication skills
Ability to perform effectively under fluctuating workloads
A knack for making connections and gaining the trust of others
Ability to meet a sales quota and utilize general sales techniques
Intrinsic self‑motivation to overcome challenges and meet goals
Resilience in response to rejection
Education and experience
Current and valid Driver’s License required
College degree preferred
Previous outdoor advertising sales experience preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
CRM experience preferred
A day in the life
Meet and exceed sales targets and monitor personal sales data and reports
Target businesses in the assigned area and visit each established Lamar client as well as competitor's clients in a specified time frame
Exhibit working knowledge of local and national competition
Cluster accounts to work them efficiently
Identify potential growth areas and open new accounts
Use Lamar computer tools to locate prospects, follow up on leads, and prepare proposals, written presentations, and research
Develop presentation skills by utilizing computer tools and presenting to clients on a regular basis
Develop new product knowledge and selling skills
Actively participate in sales meetings, regional meetings, seminars, and trade shows
Perform administrative duties, including: Maintaining daily, weekly, and monthly sales plans a month in advance
Following up on all client production orders and problem‑solving any issues that may arise
Maintaining organized and up‑to‑date records of clients and sales activity
Physical demands and work environment
Combination of office environment and field work making sales calls and servicing existing accounts
Light lifting; vision required for reading, color distinction, acuity, depth perception, and peripheral vision; sitting less than 50% of the time; standing, talking, turning, and walking
Nights spent away from home traveling less than 10%
Who we are Founded in 1902, Lamar Advertising Company is one of the largest outdoor advertising companies in the world. With over 360,000 displays across the United States and Canada, Lamar is dedicated to helping both local businesses and national brands reach broad audiences every day.
We provide ad space through:
Billboards
Interstate logos
Hand‑painted murals
Transportation and airports
The largest network of digital billboards in the United States
We live by the Golden Rule, operating with honesty and integrity. We are open with employees, transparent with customers, and loyal to the communities in which we serve. While Lamar is a large company, each office has its own culture and family atmosphere, making employees feel connected locally and nationally.
We are committed to sustainable and environmentally friendly practices and use innovative strategies to reduce our environmental impact. Learn more about Lamar’s green initiatives.
Lamar is an EEO/AA employer including Individuals with Disabilities, Protected Veterans, and any other State or Federally protected characteristic.
Please note: Lamar Advertising does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a work visa. Only candidates with U.S. work authorization not requiring sponsorship will be considered for employment.
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  • Lake Charles, Louisiana, United States

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