The Star Tribune Media Company is the upper Midwest’s largest source of news and information, delivering more of what matters to Minnesota all day, every day.  In the 16th-largest U.S. market Star Tribune reaches more consumers than any other media brand, with the country’s 5th-largest Sunday newspaper, the most-visited local website, numerous mobile and tablet apps, and a portfolio of print and digital products. In 2013 the company was recognized with two Pulitzer Prizes as well as the Minneapolis Regional Chamber of Commerce “Best in Business” award.

Manages Home delivery and Single Copy sales, marketing and operations in the State Market Area.  Leads the development of tactical plans to support the Company’s circulation strategy, implements continuous tactics and achieves monthly, annual and ABC reporting period circulation objectives.  Monitors contract performance of independent contractors in assigned regions to ensure premier customer service.  This position requires extensive travel in Minnesota, parts of Wisconsin and parts of North and South Dakota; typically out of the office 3 – 4 days per week

• 5 – 10 years’ experience in Circulation operations, including demonstrated managerial, sales and customer service experience
• BA in business management, marketing, or communication or equivalent business

        experience related to these fields

• Demonstrated project planning experience to include strategy, implementation of sales

        tactics, managing deadlines and budgets 

• Must be driven, proactive and have a strong desire to be successful in achieving weekly, monthly and yearly results to drive circulation volume and revenue growth 
• Must be able to make individual decisions on a daily basis and work independent of

        day-to-day supervision

• Strong organization skills and attention to details
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Collaborative leadership style to elicit cooperation from independent contractors and agents, internal departments, business owners and subscribers
• Must have proof of valid driver’s license, auto insurance and have reliable transportation

Posting Date:  February 11, 2014

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How to apply online

• You must fill out our online application, which you can do by clicking on the link below.
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