Sales Planner - AdTech
New York City, NY
Corporate – Client Success /
Full-time /
Hybrid
Are you ready to revolutionize the advertising industry? At Cognitiv, we are not just another AdTech company—we are industry trailblazers redefining media buying with our Deep Learning Advertising Platform. Since 2015, we have harnessed the power of cutting-edge deep learning technology and data science to transform how brands connect with their customers. Our mission? To bring intelligence to advertising and deliver unparalleled precision, relevance, and impact at scale.
With our innovative platform, advertisers enjoy unprecedented flexibility—whether it is activating Dynamic Deals through their preferred DSP, leveraging our managed service DSP, or utilizing our industry-first ContextGPT product. As a part of Cognitiv, you will be at the forefront of AI-driven advertising solutions, driving change and achieving remarkable growth in a rapidly evolving industry.
Life At Cognitiv
Our solutions provide advertisers with more time and freedom to concentrate on what matters to them most, both professionally and personally. We carry this philosophy into our workplace, offering our employees more chances to grow, collaborate, and achieve their goals. At Cognitiv, you will get MORE:
- Festiv - Fun and positivity are integral to our work environment. From cross-departmental games to friendly competitions and unique events, we ensure a dynamic and enthusiastic culture.
- Responsiv - Making a difference for our clients is at the heart of what we do. To make this one of our superpowers, we strive to create a culture of open communication and continuous learning. You will work closely with clients and key company stakeholders, sharpening your communication skills in a supportive environment where your input and ideas are valued and integral to our success.
- Inclusiv - Diversity and inclusion are more than just words to us—they are principles we live by. We celebrate unique perspectives, ensuring everyone feels valued and respected.
- Inventiv - As industry pioneers, we continuously reinvent and reimagine solutions. Sharing our knowledge and expertise to educate and lead the market is part of our DNA. If you love questioning the status quo, pushing boundaries, and challenging conventional thinking, you will fit right in. We admire intellectual curiosity and encourage it at every turn.
- Transformativ - We invest in the continuous growth and development of our team members, celebrating their contributions and supporting their work-life balance and overall well-being. Our holistic training, onboarding programs, and professional growth and development initiatives ensure you have the resources to succeed.
- Collaborativ - We transcend geographical boundaries, seamlessly operating across two coasts. Our culture thrives on cross-departmental collaboration and a unified sense of purpose, making teamwork a cornerstone of our success.
We are looking for a Sales Planner to develop media plans and strategic proposals that align with client objectives and KPIs. In this role, you’ll act as a key liaison between advertisers and internal teams, helping to bring campaign strategies to life. You’ll partner closely with Sales, Client Success, Product, and Data Science to generate ideas, build thoughtful proposals, and support the pre-sales process from start to finish. This is a great opportunity for someone who is collaborative, detail-oriented, and eager to grow in the AdTech space.
This position will be located in New York City with a hybrid work schedule of 3 days in office (Mon/Tue/Wed) and 2 days remote optional (Thursday/Friday).
Responsibilities
- Work closely with the Sales team to understand client objectives, needs, and preferences.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Client Success, Product, Data Science, and Marketing to develop RFP responses, proactive proposals, and pitch materials.
- Assist in selling new business and upselling existing clients by contributing to strategic sales efforts.
- Develop a comprehensive understanding of Cognitiv products and services to effectively communicate their value to clients.
- Support the management of pre-sales processes both internally and externally.
- Assist in owning the RFP process for the Sales and Client Success teams, identifying opportunities for process improvement.
- Develop and refine client-facing strategic materials to support sales efforts.
- Utilize analytics to establish benchmarks, refine strategies, and measure campaign success.
- Build and maintain internal relationships, effectively communicating program details to operational teams
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree (preferred but not required: Marketing, Business, Sales, Technology Related)
- 1-3 years’ experience in agency or publisher environment with sales planning or client services responsibilities (programmatic preferred)
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to multi-task and function well under pressure and tight delivery timeframes
- Proficiency in Microsoft excel and PowerPoint
- Knowledgeable of the latest digital advertising trends and online media
- Strong written and verbal communication, organizational, and negotiation skills.
- Possess strong analytical skills; ability to inspect, analyze, and influence using data
Salary
- $60,000-$90,000 Base Salary + Equity
Actual compensation is based on multiple factors that are unique to each candidate, including and not limited to job-related knowledge, level of relevant experience, education and skills. Base salary is just one component of your total rewards package at Cognitiv. Employees are eligible for equity and various benefits.
Here are some of the many benefits that our employees receive:
● Medical, Dental and Vision coverage, including some plans that are 100% employer paid
● 12 weeks paid parental leave
● Career Ladders slated to advance your career
● Unlimited PTO
● Work-From-Anywhere August
● Equity at all levels
● Comprehensive onboarding program (Cognitiv University)
● Hybrid work model
● Daily Lunch On Us
● Health and Wellness Stipend
● Cell phone reimbursement
● Parking Expense (CA & WA Offices)
● 401(k) plan with employer match
● Employee Assistance Program
● Pre-tax commuter benefits
and MORE!
Cognitiv is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
