Vice President, Vertical Digital Sales Greater Chicago, IL Area

The Company is seeking a Vice President for Vertical Digital Sales. The successful candidate will be tasked with leading a team to meet and exceed revenue targets, with a strong focus on innovation, business development, and account management. This role requires the development and implementation of sales strategies across various verticals, including retail, grocery, restaurant, telecom, and healthcare. The VP will be responsible for the team's performance, ensuring the execution of sales plans, and driving the growth of strategic accounts through cross-selling. Key responsibilities include managing the sales team, measuring strategic implementation, and cultivating top-tier client relationships. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, at least 15 years of experience in media, advertising, programmatic, AdTech, MarTech, SaaS technology platforms, and a proven track record in sales leadership. Candidates for the Vice President, Vertical Digital Sales position at the company should possess a deep knowledge of the AdTech and MarTech landscape, with a consistent record of success in leading teams to achieve and exceed business objectives. The role demands a leader with strong coaching skills, the ability to motivate and lead by example, and experience in large contract negotiations. The VP will be expected to work closely with cross-functional teams, including product, marketing, and finance, and must be adept at fostering teamwork at all levels. The position requires a dynamic individual with superb presentation skills, the ability to make autonomous decisions, and a high level of emotional and cognitive intelligence. The candidate should be highly adaptable to change, with a proven history of delivering results through new business development, solution selling, and cross-selling.

Hiring Company

RR Donnelley