General Manager

Golden West Broadcasting has been connecting communities for over 65 years. We are proud to tell local stories on our radio stations and digital news outlets across Western Canada. And together with Homefield, we are proud to help local businesses grow through effective advertising and marketing. We are committed to finding and developing people who share our passion for local communities.

We are currently looking for a General Sales Manager in our Moose Jaw location. Reporting to the Regional Manager, you will lead a dedicated team and drive the future of Discover Moose Jaw, 800CHAB, Country100, and Mix103.9.

The Role

• Leadership & Strategy: Execute the centre’s business strategy, balancing sales objectives with content quality. Foster a culture of innovation, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Sales Leadership: Oversee the sales team, set revenue targets, and develop creative advertising solutions. Cultivate and maintain relationships with key clients and sponsors.
• Content Oversight: Partner with Content Director to ensure high-quality content that meets the needs of our audience. Provide guidance on programming, talent selection, and community involvement.
• Operational Excellence: Ensure smooth day-to-day operations, including budgeting, staffing, and compliance with broadcasting regulations. Implement best practices to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Community Engagement: Represent the station in the community, building relationships with local leaders and organizations. Identify opportunities for partnerships and sponsorships that enhance the station's profile.
• Reporting & Analysis: Monitor key performance indicators and report results to senior management. Use data to inform decision-making and drive improvements.

The Ideal Candidate

• You have a proven track record in leadership, preferably in a related industry.
• Experience in business-to-business sales is preferred
• You have strong communication, team leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• You can manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure.
• You have excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• You are familiar with broadcast regulations, industry trends, digital media platforms, and local advertising tactics.
• Nice to have: Previous broadcast sales experience

What We Offer in Return

• We act with integrity, innovation, and agility – and we strive to create an environment where you can do the same.
• A strong focus on giving back to our communities.
• Regular coaching and ongoing development opportunities, including a career mapping program.
• A caring environment where the health, safety, and well-being of our current and future team members is a priority.
• Salary plus extended health benefits, pension plan, and Employee Assistance Plan
• Three weeks paid vacation and ten paid sick days per year, with vacation increases based on tenure… and your birthday off!

Don’t meet every requirement? Studies show that women and people of colour are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every qualification. Golden West is committed to providing a fair and equitable work environment and encourages applications from qualified women, men, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples and persons with disabilities.

If you’re interested in building a career with us, reach out!

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $100,000.00-$175,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Moose Jaw, SK: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Sales: 3 years (required)
• Leadership: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person