Business Development Manager​/Sales Executive

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT / SALES EXECUTIVEDIGITAL & SOCIAL MEDIA ADVERTISING6-Month Fixed-Term Contract

Are you a natural-born dealmaker with a passion for publishing, media, marketing and winning new business?

Volt Africa is looking for a dynamic, commercially driven Business Development / Sales Executive to help brands connect with audiences and drive advertising revenue across our print, digital, website and social media platforms.

This is your opportunity to turn client goals into creative advertising solutions, build powerful business relationships and make an impact in a fast-paced media environment.

• Identify and win new business across corporate, SME, retail, agency and other advertising sectors.
• Sell integrated advertising solutions across digital, social media, website and magazine platforms.
• Build strong relationships with brands, advertisers, marketing managers, media agencies and business owners.
• Prospect confidently through calls, meetings, networking, referrals, email and social media.
• Understand clients’ marketing objectives and develop customized proposals, media plans and campaigns.
• Manage the full sales cycle—from prospecting and pitching to negotiation, closing and campaign follow-up.
• Achieve and exceed sales targets while growing existing accounts through upselling and cross-selling.
• Collaborate with editorial, digital, creative, marketing and production teams to deliver successful campaigns.

• Matric certificate or equivalent.
• Proven experience in business development, advertising sales, media sales, digital sales or social media sales.
• A strong understanding of digital marketing, social media platforms and online advertising solutions.
• Excellent prospecting, presentation, communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills.
• A commercial mindset and a track record of working towards sales targets.
• Confidence engaging with decision-makers and the ability to work independently.
• Good organizational skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office/Google
  * Workspace and CRM or sales-management systems.

At Volt Africa, we sell more than advertising space. We create integrated media solutions that help brands connect with their audiences through the right mix of print, digital, social media and live experiences.

• If you’re motivated by new business, passionate about media and ready to grow advertising revenue—we want to hear from you!

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