Sales Account Executive
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on1760, West 4th Street, Goat Hill, Lincoln Park, Central Duluth, Duluth, Saint Louis County, Minnesota, 55806, 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. Our portfolio includes billboards, interstate logos, handpainted murals, transportation and airport displays, and the largest network of digital billboards in the United States.
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, ensuring 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 sales team is the vital connection between Lamar and the communities we serve. Rated the #1 Sales team for 2025 on Comparably, our team members are recognized for developing long-term advertising relationships that grow both sales and community ties. Lamar is a certified Great Place to Work, with 86% of employees in agreement, and has been named a "Best Company to Work For" by U.S. News & World Report.
About the Role
We are seeking a Sales Account Executive for our Duluth, Minnesota office to bring innovative outdoor advertising campaigns to life for brands in Duluth and the surrounding areas. This role is designed for someone who understands the connection between marketing and sales and genuinely gets excited with every sale, big or small.
As a member of our team, you will serve as the bridge between our company and the local community. Your day will involve meeting and exceeding sales targets, targeting businesses in your assigned area, and visiting both established Lamar clients and competitors' clients. You will identify potential growth areas, open new accounts, and utilize our tools to locate prospects and prepare proposals. Beyond the numbers, you will actively participate in sales meetings, regional seminars, and trade shows to develop your presentation skills and product knowledge.
This position offers a people-first culture that invests in connection, community involvement, and transparency. We provide a comprehensive 4-week training program and opportunities to participate in our corporate-hosted Lamar Sales School. 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 those 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 this 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.
Work location
Work model: On-site
1760, West 4th Street, Goat Hill, Lincoln Park, Central Duluth, Duluth, Saint Louis County, Minnesota, 55806, United States
Duluth, Minnesota
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, seminars, and trade shows
- check_circlePresent outdoor advertising solutions to businesses and clients
- check_circleFollow up on client production orders and resolve issues
Requirements
- verifiedCurrent and Valid Driver's License
- 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: Microsoft Office Suite, CRM.
Education: College Degree preferred.
Frequently asked questions about Sales Account Executive at Lamar Advertising Company
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In this Sales Account Executive 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 Sales Account Executive role?expand_more
To qualify for the Sales Account Executive at Lamar Advertising Company position, applicants should have: Current and Valid Driver's License; Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; and U.S. work authorization not requiring sponsorship.
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Sales Account Executive at Lamar Advertising Company is based in 1760, West 4th Street, Goat Hill, Lincoln Park, Central Duluth, Duluth, Saint Louis County, Minnesota, 55806, United States. This is a on-site role.
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Lamar Advertising Company has listed this Sales Account Executive role as on-site.
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Candidates for Sales Account Executive at Lamar Advertising Company should have mid level.
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Key skills for Sales Account Executive 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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Sales Account Executive at Lamar Advertising Company is part of the sales job category on Recrutus.