Advertising and Media Sales Executive - Digital News

If you have proven ability to engage with customers at a high level and have consultative commercial conversations, manage existing accounts as well as develop new business, are commercially minded and ambitious, we’d love to hear from you!  

What we are looking for:

A smart professional (Jnr to mid sales exec) who is able to think outside of the box, develop and execute a sales strategy seamlessly, willing to work hard, have fun at the same time while focusing on building great products that add value to our clients and the sectors we serve. Our Key focus is to ensure our clients receive a ROI by maximising their exposure and engaging them with the sectors they are targeting

What you need to apply:

• 5 + Years Sales experience in B2B Digital Publications & Digital Platforms 
  
• Excellent presentation, negotiating and closing abilities 
  
• Excellent command of the written and spoken English language with attention to detail 
  
• Excellent telephonic communication skills
  
• A proven track record indicating ability to sell to corporates and medium enterprise 
  
• A proven track record in the ability to meet and exceed sales targets
  
• Proven experience in dealing with advertising agencies & public relations companies
  
• Maintain excellent customer relations and have a thorough understanding of the markets in which you are selling
  
• Confident in communication and presentation skills presenting to C level executives face to face / telephonically and via digital technology
  
• Ability to sell across diverse sectors monthly
  
• Ability to travel to Gauteng on occasion
  
• Goal focused; self-motivated ability to work independently
  
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
  
• Work closely with the editorial team monthly
  
• Work closely with production team
  
• Strong Research & development, identify and implement new business opportunities 
  
• Efficient in admin and production liaison/Traffic management of own accounts from start to finish 
  
• Deadline driven, dedication and commitment to achieving results
  
• Digitally savvy - a comprehensive knowledge of social media platforms LinkedIn, Twitter & Facebook 
  
• Work well under pressure in a team environment cross functional 
  
• Computer Skills; Basic Microsoft Office; Basic MSExcel, utilizing of CRM system, Google Cloud / G-Suite,
  
• SA Drivers License
  
• Reside in Cape Town
  

•  Market related + fuel + cell +  uncapped commission in excess