About the Role
Join the Team that Supports Local Communities and Businesses! Summary: MediaNews Group, Inc., owner of The Lowell Sun, Fitchburg Sentinel & Enterprise, and the Boston Herald, is looking for a detail-oriented and highly motivated Classified Inside Sales Representative. You will be on the front lines, delivering excellent service and ensuring our advertisers’ needs are handled with precision and care. What you will do: Provide Excellent Customer Service: Serve as a primary point of contact for businesses and community members, resolving inquiries, handling customer concerns, and ensuring account resolution with empathy and precision Process and Manage Advertising: Accurately and efficiently process advertising orders across various categories (including obituaries, legal advertising, and recruitment) in a timely manner, adhering to all required deadlines Problem-Solve: Take ownership of customer issues, including escalated calls and order complications, coordinating effectively with internal departments (such as Production and Accounting) to find prompt, efficient solutions Process Management: Maintain strong attention to detail, ensuring correct information and complete process steps are followed for ads, billing, and daily workloads Communication: Utilize excellent phone/verbal and written communication skills to interact with customers and colleagues in a respectful and professional manner What you will bring: Prior customer service experience in a similar, fast-paced environment is preferred Strong computer knowledge, as well as good grammar and spelling skills Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to work well independently and within deadlines A strong sense of urgency to efficiently manage tasks and quickly adapt to changing priorities High School Diploma or equivalent is required, some college is preferred Benefits and Compensation: The hourly is $21.63 + commission. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to geographic location, education, work experience, time in role, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, the Company offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, 401k, as well as paid time off and select paid holidays (all benefits are based on eligibility). Please click the following link for more detailed information: www.mybensite.com/mng Who we are: The Sun, also known as The Lowell Sun, a subsidiary of MediaNews Group, is a daily newspaper serving the Greater Lowell area and beyond. With comprehensive coverage of local news, sports, and events, The Sun keeps residents informed and connected to their communities. While maintaining a strong commitment to print journalism, The Sun reaches a daily audience of 40,000+, making it a trusted source of news and information for generations of readers in the region. “4x Built In Best Places to Work Winner - 2023-2026” EEO Statement: We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. How To Apply: Please submit an online application along with your resume for this position here. Closing Date: Continuous recruitment until the position is filled Conditions of Employment: A full pre-employment background check will be conducted as part of the selection process. Must be willing to submit and pass the necessary required checks We are people first. Our people are our differentiator. Together, we are reinventing an industry. Transforming the future of media we pride ourselves on sharing engaging stories that inform, inspire, and connect with readers across a diverse collection of trusted local media brands. MediaNews Group is a leader in local, multi-platform news and information, distinguished by its award-winning, original content and high quality, diversified portfolio of local media assets. We offer local news and information web sites and mobile apps offering rich multimedia experiences across the nation. MediaNews Group, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.