Agency Sales Manager

We are seeking a high-grit, hands-on Mid-Market Sales Manager to lead, coach, and scale a New York-based team of three (and growing). This is a "Player-Coach" role designed for someone who thrives in ambiguity and is excited to move the segment from a reactive, inbound-heavy model to a proactive, outbound powerhouse. You will report directly to the VP of Sales and act as a strategic architect, assessing current skill sets, streamlining the sales process, and driving the "ring the bell" culture required for high-velocity success.

Key Responsibilities

• Hands-on Coaching & Mentorship: Actively join calls and review proposals to elevate a junior team. You must lead by example, demonstrating what "great" looks like in every stage of the funnel.

• Builder & Architect: Assess the current team structure and go-to-market strategy. You will identify gaps in coverage (e.g., prospecting vs. account management) and suggest/implement a more effective territory model.

• High-Velocity Sales Rigor: Drive a "speed to lead" culture where the team is aiming for multiple closed deals per week. You will instill the discipline needed to build and maintain a full, healthy funnel.

• Strategic Outbound Execution: Shift the team from relying on inbound leads to a proactive "hunting" mindset, leveraging tools like Sales Navigator, ZoomInfo, and SalesLoft to open new doors.

• Self-Sufficient Problem Solving: Because the Mid-Market team operates with leaner support than Enterprise, you must be a "self-learner" who can master Nielsen’s data and products independently and train the team to do the same.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Marketing to drive demand and with Product/IT to ensure the Mid-Market voice is heard in the product roadmap.