Sales Director, D/Cipher - Meredith : Job Details

Job Title

Sales Director, D/Cipher

Job Description

About The Position

Dotdash Meredith is seeking an accomplished, strategic and results-driven Sales Director to support the sales efforts of our innovative D/Cipher Intent Targeting Tool. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced sales leader with a proven track record in driving growth, building lasting client relationships, and navigating complex digital media and data solutions. The ideal candidate will bring a proven track record in managed services sales, deep industry contacts, and a passion for driving growth in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

As the Sales Director of D/Cipher, you will be pivotal in identifying new business opportunities, cultivating senior-level client relationships, and ensuring that the sales team consistently exceeds revenue goals in this high growth environment.

The position is based in New York City offering a hybrid work environment, with the flexibility to work remotely up to 2 days per week.

About Dotdash Meredith and D/Cipher

Dotdash Meredith (DDM) is the largest publisher in the U.S., reaching over 200 million Americans monthly across its portfolio of 40+ digital properties spanning food, home, beauty, style, entertainment, travel, and tech. D/Cipher, DDM's cutting-edge intent targeting tool, leverages first-party data to deliver precise, cookieless targeting solutions across the open internet, revolutionizing how brands reach the right consumers at the right time.

The D/Cipher team is a dynamic, growth-oriented group focused on building a better, more data-driven internet. We empower brands to deliver impactful messaging without reliance on third-party cookies, positioning ourselves at the forefront of the digital advertising landscape.

About The Position's Contributions

Minimum Qualifications & Job Requirements

Education & Experience

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Sales, Marketing, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience: 7-10 years of sales or partner management experience, ideally in digital media, data-driven solutions, or programmatic advertising.

Skills & Abilities

• Leadership Experience: Proven ability to lead or support a sales team in a fast-paced environment, focusing on client success and revenue growth.
• Sales Expertise: Deep knowledge of digital media, data, and programmatic ecosystems with a history of helping sellers close deals using data-driven insights.
• Exceptional Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to coach and guide sellers in prospecting and engaging with clients.
• Strategic Thinking: A strategic mindset with a passion for digital advertising and audience insights, particularly first-party data.
• Networking: A robust network of industry contacts, particularly in the New York market, and a strong understanding of agency dynamics.
• Proven Sales Record: Demonstrated success in achieving sales targets and fostering long-term client relationships.

Why Dotdash Meredith?

At Dotdash Meredith, we value innovation, collaboration, and the drive to build a better, more data-driven future. As a member of the D/Cipher team, you'll have the opportunity to make a significant impact in the evolving digital media landscape while leading a team of motivated professionals in a growth-oriented environment.

If you're ready to help shape the future of digital advertising and collaborate with a dynamic team in an innovative, data-driven space, we'd love to hear from you.

It is the policy of Dotdash Meredith to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, the Company will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Accommodation requests can be made by emailing [email protected].

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Pay Range

Salary: New York: $125,000.00 - $150,000.00

The pay range above represents the anticipated low and high end of the pay range for this position and may change in the future. Actual pay may vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to work location, experience, and performance. The range listed is just one component of Dotdash Meredith's total compensation package for employees. Other compensation may include annual bonuses and short- and long-term incentives. In addition, Dotdash Meredith provides to employees (and their eligible family members) a variety of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, unlimited paid time off (PTO), adoption or surrogate assistance, donation matching, tuition reimbursement, basic life insurance, basic accidental death & dismemberment, supplemental life insurance, supplemental accident insurance, commuter benefits, short term and long term disability, health savings and flexible spending accounts, family care benefits, a generous 401K savings plan with a company match program, 10-12 paid holidays annually, and generous paid parental leave (birthing and non-birthing parents), all of which may vary depending on the specific nature of your employment with Dotdash Meredith and your work location. We also offer voluntary benefits such as pet insurance, accident, critical and hospital indemnity health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance.