Full-Time

Director of Sales

Cpg

Confirmed live in the last 24 hours

BuzzFeed

BuzzFeed

1,001-5,000 employees

Digital media company creating engaging content

Consumer Goods
Entertainment

Compensation Overview

$126k - $150kAnnually

Senior

New York, NY, USA

Full-time position based in New York City office.

Category
Strategic Account Management
Sales & Account Management
Required Skills
Sales
Requirements
  • Minimum 5 years of previous digital media & sales experience combined
  • Demonstrated an ability to creatively problem-solve revenue-generating solutions/products/strategies to answer client business challenges
  • Previous experience successfully driving revenue through prospecting, discovery, pitching, closing, and renewing business
  • Intellectual curiosity, and an entrepreneurial spirit
  • Ability to effectively collaborate with internal partner teams while being independent in managing your business
  • Outstanding communication skills including negotiation skills and exemplary consultative selling skills
  • Experience navigating the Internet and social platforms
  • A desire to learn and adapt in an ever-changing industry
Responsibilities
  • Pitch renewal business & seek to find new lines of business in order to generate growth amongst existing clients
  • Creatively build a pipeline and maintain a high level of activity
  • Prepare for and manage business meetings with clients ranging from agency-level to C-level clients
  • Develop a sales strategy and business plan for generating revenue through premium direct sales to brands and agencies as well as RFP agency business
  • Host online, phone, and in-person presentations, and client entertainment
  • Utilize extensive knowledge of assigned clients, including their internal structure, agency partners, etc. to uncover new opportunities for revenue
Desired Qualifications
  • Bonus: video background, and knowledge about programmatic

BuzzFeed creates and shares a variety of content aimed at informing, entertaining, and inspiring its audience, primarily targeting millennials and Gen Z. The content includes news, entertainment, lifestyle, and DIY topics, appealing to a wide range of interests. BuzzFeed generates revenue through advertising, sponsored content, affiliate marketing, and e-commerce, which includes selling its own merchandise. Unlike its competitors, BuzzFeed stands out with its unique voice, viral content, and strong presence on social media. The company's goal is to engage a global audience with shareable content while effectively monetizing its diverse offerings.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$628.7M

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2006

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

-1%

2 year growth

0%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • BuzzFeed's exclusive product launch at Target boosts its content-driven commerce strategy.
  • High-profile investors like Vivek Ramaswamy enhance BuzzFeed's financial stability.
  • FilmRise's acquisition of digital rights monetizes BuzzFeed Studios' content library.

What critics are saying

  • Vivek Ramaswamy's stake may introduce political bias, affecting audience trust.
  • FilmRise's control over digital rights may limit BuzzFeed's content distribution.
  • Mittenthal's departure could disrupt BuzzFeed's communication and public relations strategies.

What makes BuzzFeed unique

  • BuzzFeed leverages viral content to engage millennials and Gen Z effectively.
  • The company has a strong social media presence, enhancing its content distribution.
  • BuzzFeed's multifaceted revenue model includes advertising, e-commerce, and affiliate marketing.

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Benefits

Wellness - Comprehensive benefits for medical, dental, and vision insurance with a focus on Wellness. Plus discounts on Gyms, Care.com, and access to resources like Maven, Tend Dental, and One Medical.

Planning for the future - Take advantage of the 401(k) plan with a company match, short and long-term disability coverage and life insurance.

Work-life balance - We offer our employees paid time off (including your birthday!), paid holidays and generous leave options for life events such as becoming a parent or getting married.

Career development - Opportunities for personal and professional growth via work experience, offerings from our in-house Learning @ BuzzFeed team, our Employee Resource Groups, and more.