Business Development BDR
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on283, Harold Drive, Cedarbrook, Clarksville, Montgomery County, Middle Tennessee, Tennessee, 37040, United States
About the Team
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, we are dedicated to helping both local businesses and national brands reach broad audiences every day. We live by the Golden Rule, operating with honesty and integrity in every aspect of our business. While Lamar is a large company, each office maintains its own culture and family atmosphere, making employees feel connected both locally and nationally.
Our Lamar office in Clarksville, Tennessee, thrives on community connections through advertising. We are a certified Great Place to Work, with 86% of employees in agreement, and our sales team was rated #1 Sales team for 2025 on Comparably. We are committed to sustainable and environmentally friendly business practices and use innovative strategies to reduce our environmental impact.
About the Role
As a Sales Account Executive, you will be the vital connection between Lamar and the communities we serve. This role exists to bring innovative outdoor advertising campaigns to life for brands in Clarksville, TN, and the surrounding areas. You will be responsible for developing long-term advertising relationships that grow not only Lamar's advertising sales but also our relationships within the community.
A day in your life will involve a blend of office work and field sales. You will target businesses in your assigned area, visit established clients, and identify potential growth areas to open new accounts. You will utilize our tools to locate prospects, prepare proposals, and present to clients regularly. Beyond sales, you will actively participate in sales meetings, regional seminars, and trade shows while maintaining organized records of client activity and resolving production issues. We are looking for someone who genuinely gets excited with each and every sale and understands the connection between marketing and sales.
Hiring Process
Upon submitting your application, you will be asked to complete an 8-15 minute personality assessment. This assessment compares your professional soft skills to the skills required for success in this role. Please answer honestly; this is not a test. Not completing this assessment could result in disqualification from consideration for the position.
Candidates with a disability in need of an accommodation to fulfill our application requirements should email recruiting@lamar.com.
Our Culture & Commitment
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans. We consider qualified applicants regardless of background. We are open with our employees, transparent with our customers, and loyal to the communities in which we serve.
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.
Work location
Work model: On-site
283, Harold Drive, Cedarbrook, Clarksville, Montgomery County, Middle Tennessee, Tennessee, 37040, United States
Clarksville, Tennessee
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleMeet and exceed sales targets in assigned territory
- check_circleDevelop long-term advertising relationships with clients
- check_circleIdentify potential growth areas and open new accounts
- check_circleMaintain organized records of clients and sales activity
- check_circleParticipate in sales meetings, regional meetings, and trade shows
- check_circlePrepare proposals, written presentations, and conduct client meetings
- check_circleFollow up on client production orders and resolve issues
Requirements
- verifiedCurrent and Valid Driver's License required
- verifiedCollege Degree preferred
- verifiedProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- verifiedU.S. work authorization not requiring sponsorship
Nice to Have
College Degree, Previous Outdoor Advertising sales experience, CRM experience
Benefits & Perks
check_circleMultiple medical plan options and a health savings accountcheck_circleHospital, Critical Illness, and Accident coveragecheck_circleDental and vision insurancecheck_circleShort and long-term disability and paid parental leave120 hours of paid time off (PTO) that increases with tenure
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Microsoft Office Suite, CRM.
Education: College Degree preferred.
Frequently asked questions about Business Development BDR at Lamar Advertising Company
What does a Business Development BDR at Lamar Advertising Company do?expand_more
In this Business Development BDR at Lamar Advertising Company role, you will meet and exceed sales targets in assigned territory; develop long-term advertising relationships with clients; identify potential growth areas and open new accounts; and maintain organized records of clients and sales activity.
What are the requirements for this Business Development BDR role?expand_more
Lamar Advertising Company is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Current and Valid Driver's License required; College Degree preferred; Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; and U.S. work authorization not requiring sponsorship.
Where is the Business Development BDR role at Lamar Advertising Company located?expand_more
Business Development BDR at Lamar Advertising Company is based in 283, Harold Drive, Cedarbrook, Clarksville, Montgomery County, Middle Tennessee, Tennessee, 37040, United States. This is a on-site role.
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Lamar Advertising Company has listed this Business Development BDR role as on-site.
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Candidates for Business Development BDR at Lamar Advertising Company should have mid level.
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Key skills for Business Development BDR at Lamar Advertising Company include Microsoft Office Suite; and CRM.
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Educational requirements for this role: College Degree preferred.
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Business Development BDR at Lamar Advertising Company is part of the sales job category on Recrutus.