Job Description
Job DescriptionPosition Summary
Spanish Broadcasting System (SBS) is seeking a Sales Assistant to support both National and Local sales teams. This position provides critical administrative and operational support to Account Executives and Sales Managers. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, bilingual (English/Spanish), and highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
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Support Sales Managers and Account Executives throughout the sales process, including:
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Sales order entry and revisions in WideOrbit
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Pulling invoices, spot times, and airchecks
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Trade order processing
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Managing pre-empts and make-good offers
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Assisting with proposals, airchecks, and campaign recaps
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Coordinate promotions and station events using vCreative
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Collaborate with traffic and digital departments to manage copy, co-op, and continuity
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Liaise with the credit department to facilitate order approvals
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Generate contract confirmations and invoices as needed
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Provide translation and review for commercial copy, ensuring client approvals
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Assist with billing adjustments and administrative forms
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Partner with other Sales Assistants for team support and coverage
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Coordinate team and client meetings, events, and internal communications
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Prepare presentations and compile audience ratings and syndicated research
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Create and maintain Excel reports analyzing sales and client spending data
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Maintain internal systems and sales databases, including client profiles and shared resources
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Research client industries and prepare background materials
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Provide general administrative support including phones, filing, copying, and mail
Note: This summary includes the most common and essential duties. Other duties may be assigned as needed.
Supervisory Responsibilities
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This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Minimum Requirements
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Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred
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2–3 years of experience in sales or administrative support
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Excellent organizational and time management skills
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Self-starter with the ability to maintain confidentiality
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Strong verbal and written communication skills in English and Spanish
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Customer service-oriented and responsive to team needs
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Experience with sales/media software such as WideOrbit and vCreative (preferred)
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Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)
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Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities
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Experience building professional, visually compelling sales materials (a plus)
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Valid driver’s license
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Bilingual (English/Spanish) required
Physical Requirements
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Sedentary work; primarily involves sitting with occasional standing or walking
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May occasionally lift up to 10 pounds
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Requires regular use of computer and standard office equipment
Equal Opportunity Employer
Spanish Broadcasting System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.