**Sales Lead, Indies (NYC/NJ)**
Perion works with some of the world's most recognized brands and publishers, running campaigns across search, social, display, video, and CTV. Independent agencies in New York and New Jersey represent a significant and underleveraged opportunity, and we're hiring someone to own it. This role is for a seller who knows the indie agency landscape, has existing relationships, and can build a territory from a strong foundation rather than a blank page.
Based in the NYC metro area, you'll develop and manage a portfolio of independent agency partners, drive revenue growth, and position Perion's full suite of digital advertising solutions across the accounts that matter most.
***Compensation:***
*$200,000–$230,000 ote, comprising of base salary and variable*
**What you'll be doing**
* Own and execute a strategic territory plan across independent agencies in New York and New Jersey, with clear revenue targets and a disciplined approach to pipeline management
* Build and maintain senior relationships at independent agencies, positioning Perion's capabilities across CTV, display, video, mobile, and programmatic to drive partnerships that grow over time
* Lead the full sales cycle from prospecting and proposal through negotiation and close, collaborating with Sales Planning on RFP responses and ensuring proposals are compelling and strategically grounded
* Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the indie agency market while managing and expanding existing accounts to maximize client investment
* Partner with Client Services to monitor campaign performance, surface optimization opportunities, and communicate results back to agency partners in a way that reinforces Perion's value
* Provide regular pipeline updates and market intelligence to leadership, contributing competitive insights that inform go-to-market strategy
**What we're looking for**
* 5+ years of proven experience in the advertising industry, with a focus on digital, CTV, or programmatic sales
* Previous experience owning a territory and managing relationships with independent advertising agencies in the New York market
* Deep understanding of the AdTech landscape, including CTV, mobile, programmatic, and branded content
* Demonstrated track record of meeting or exceeding individual sales quotas in a competitive market
* Strong communication and presentation skills in English, with the ability to present confidently to senior agency stakeholders
* Based in the NYC metro area, with a willingness to travel as needed
**Nice to have**
* Previous experience working with or selling AI-driven campaign optimization or measurement solutions
* Familiarity with structured sales methodologies such as MEDDIC or equivalent qualification frameworks
* Existing relationships within the New York and New Jersey independent agency ecosystem
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