Director, Media Sales & Account Management

Walgreens
Deerfield, IL
Job Summary

The Director of Media Sales and Account Management will be accountable for overseeing the sales and account management function of Walgreens Advertising Group for a merchandising vertical such as Health & Beauty or Grocery & Seasonal. They will establish and manage the existing sales and account management teams, leading sellers in building a pipeline of opportunities through established agency and brand relationships and winning critical advertising investment in Walgreens Advertising Group as well as leading account managers who translate marketing objectives intold high-performing media plans, manage campaign operations such as audience and creative trafficking to launch campaigns and provide insight-led, growth oriented end campaign results . They will be responsible for driving revenue by working directly with recognized brands and agencies as well as vendor partners to secure advertising revenue through media and data sales strategies. Will maintain focus on long-term, strategic goals, but have an ability to execute against short-term objectives with nimble curiosity and solution-oriented thinking.

Job Responsibilities
  • Drives the sales cycle for WAG by building a strong pipeline of demand for WAG advertising solutions among both existing and new clients.
  • Actively listens to the needs of advertisers and champions opportunities to drive growth and consideration of the Walgreens offering in the marketplace.
  • Reviews results of campaigns to continuously look for opportunities to serve clients better, through enhanced products and capabilities.
  • Serves as a consultant to understand client needs and pitch advertising and data solutions that will best serve their needs.
  • Works with Sales Development to build and refine sales collateral, presentations, project plans and training materials for internal and external audiences.
  • Actively recruits, hires and develops the sales team for sustained growth and success.
  • Engages across the wag organization to help maximize client objectives by doing work in coordination with cross functional teams, including Customer Success, Revenue Operations, Solutions Insights, etc. to ensure collaboration from beginning to end of campaign journeys.
  • Applies strong knowledge of the retail media space, as well as data engagements to establish themself as a trusted resource for clients and team.
  • Develops and mentors staff through onboarding, open communication, training and development opportunities and performance management processes; builds and maintains employee morale and motivation; ensures the team is appropriately staffed with required competencies; fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace.
About Walgreens

Founded in 1901, Walgreens ( proudly serves nearly 9 million customers and patients each day across its approximately 8,500 stores throughout the U.S. and Puerto Rico. Walgreens has approximately 220,000 team members, including nearly 90,000 healthcare service providers, and is committed to being the first choice for pharmacy, retail and health services, building trusted relationships that create healthier futures for customers, patients, team members and communities.

#LI-CB1

Basic Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree and at least 6 years of experience in sales OR a high school diploma/GED and at least 9 years of experience in sales
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills.
  • Significant experience leading, managing and a sales organization and cross functional team relationship management to achieve aggressive organizational goals
  • Established relationships with relevant advertisers, agency teams, and media agency and media holding company relationships to drive consideration and ultimately achieve revenue goals.
  • Detail oriented marketer with a proven track record developing and managing sales collateral, presentations, reports, and project plans
  • At least 2 years of experience contributing to financial decisions in the workplace
  • At least 3 years of direct leadership, indirect leadership and/or cross functional team leadership.
  • Willing to travel up to/at least 50% of the time for business purposes (within state and out of state).

Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree and at least 10 to 15 years of experience in sales in the ad tech/media space.
  • Experience with media sales leadership.
  • MBA/Master’s degree.
  • Experience in Retail media.
We will consider employment of qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Salary Range: $201500 - $362700 / Salaried
Posted 2026-06-26

Recommended Jobs

Sports Staff

Iv Ymca
Peru, IL

NEEDED FOR FALL 2025 Position Summary: Under the direct supervision of the Program Director, the Sports Staff will instruct and supervise youth, adults and seniors in a variety of programs, camps and…

View Details
Posted 2026-05-27

Regional Business Manager (Refuse Sales)

GVW Group
Highland Park, IL

Description Position at Autocar, LLC Regional Business Manager (Refuse Sales) (Remote) Autocar, LLC Location: Ohio, New Jersey, Connecticut, and New Hampshire   Description Do you want to b…

View Details
Posted 2026-06-12

Delivery Driver (GECD 197)

Genco Delivery LLC
Romeoville, IL

Job Description Job Description Company Description Genco Delivery LLC Job Description Are you interested in a new opportunity where you can work independently, make a difference in …

View Details
Posted 2026-06-20

Sales Manager

Milan Laser Hair Removal
Schaumburg, IL

About Milan Laser Hair Removal Milan Laser Hair Removal is one of the nation’s premier laser hair removal providers. That’s because we use the top of the line laser, and all our treatments are perfor…

View Details
Posted 2026-06-24

Audit and Governance Assistant Manager

Wintrust Financial
Rosemont, IL

: Wintrust is a financial holding company with approximately $50 billion assets under management and traded on the NASDAQ:WTFC. Built on the "HAVE IT ALL" model, Wintrust offers sophisticated techno…

View Details
Posted 2026-06-24

Travel Nurse RN - Intensive Care Unit (ICU) / Critical Care - $1,700 to $1,900 per week in Des Plaines, IL

TravelNurseSource
Des Plaines, IL

Registered Nurse (RN) | Intensive Care Unit (ICU) / Critical Care Location: Des Plaines, IL Agency: United Health Care Staffing, Inc. Pay: $1,700 to $1,900 per week Shift Informatio…

View Details
Posted 2026-05-21

Experienced Roll Thread Operator

Rocknel Fastener, Inc.
Rockford, IL

Experienced Roll Thread Operator - Send Resume Now Rocknel Fastener has immediate Full-time openings for 2nd shift roll thread operators. Requires 2 or more years of experience setting up and running…

View Details
Posted 2026-05-27

On Call Caregiver - With Vehicle

Senior Helpers - Northside Chicago
Chicago, IL

On Call Caregiver  Must live in North Side Chicago  Must be able to cover a shift last minute  Looking for an on-call caregiver to service the north side Chicago. Must live in close proximity t…

View Details
Posted 2025-08-28

Architect

LaSalle Network
Chicago, IL

LaSalle is hiring for an Architect / Architectural Staff Designer to join a collaborative, high-energy studio at one of Illinois' leading Architecture, Engineering, and Interior Design firms — and a…

View Details
Posted 2026-06-23

Research Chemistry Manager

Obiter Research
Champaign, IL

Job Description Job Description Position: Research Chemistry Manager FLSA Classification: Exempt Schedule: Monday-Friday (40-45 hours minimum per week) Work Location: On-site in Champ…

View Details
Posted 2026-04-17