Sales Account Executive

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.

We are committed to sustainable and environmentally friendly business practices and use innovative strategies to reduce our environmental impact. Our Sioux Falls office thrives on community connections, serving as a vital link between our brand and the local area.

About the Role

As a Sales Account Executive, you will be the connection between Lamar and the communities we serve. Your mission is to bring innovative outdoor advertising campaigns to life for brands in Sioux Falls, SD, and the surrounding areas. You will use professional sales techniques to develop long-term advertising relationships that grow not only Lamar's sales but also our relationships within the community.

This role is ideal for someone who understands the connection between marketing and sales and genuinely gets excited with each and every sale. You will meet and exceed sales objectives in your assigned territory, targeting businesses and visiting established clients as well as competitors' clients. A day in your life involves identifying potential growth areas, clustering accounts for efficiency, and presenting to clients regularly. You will actively participate in sales meetings, regional meetings, seminars, and trade shows while maintaining organized records of client activity.

Why Join Lamar?

We are proud to be a certified Great Place to Work, with 86% of employees in agreement. Our Sales team was rated #1 Sales team for 2025 on Comparably and has been named a "Best Company to Work For" by U.S. News & World Report. We foster a people-first culture that invests in connection, community involvement, and transparency around employee feedback. Our goal is to promote all Sales Managers from within, offering ongoing professional development and internal leadership programs to maximize your career potential.

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.

Equal Opportunity & Culture

Lamar is an EEO/AA employer, including Individuals with Disabilities, Protected Veterans, and any other State or Federally protected characteristic. 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.