The Food For Mzansi Group, a leading voice in agricultural journalism, is seeking a dynamic and results-driven Senior Sales Representative with proven experience in agricultural media to join our team. As part of the team behind South Africa’s leading digital agriculture news publication, we are looking for someone who is passionate about connecting brands with our audiences and understands the unique challenges and opportunities in the agricultural sector.
Location: Gauteng (Remote)
Key responsibilities:
- Drive advertising and sponsorship sales across all Food For Mzansi platforms, including digital, print, and events.
- Develop and maintain long-term client relationships, particularly within the agricultural, agribusiness, and related industries.
- Collaborate with the editorial and marketing teams to create customised advertising solutions that meet client needs.
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities to expand the Food For Mzansi client base.
- Meet and exceed monthly sales targets and manage a portfolio of existing clients.
- Stay informed on the latest trends in agricultural media and actively participate in industry events.
Requirements:
- A minimum of 5 years’ experience in a sales role, preferably within the traditional agricultural or media sectors.
- Proven track record of achieving or exceeding sales targets.
- Strong network and understanding of the agricultural sector in South Africa.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to present innovative advertising solutions.
- Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and able to work independently as part of a remote team.
- Familiarity with digital media sales, including programmatic advertising, is a plus.
What we offer:
- Competitive base salary plus commission.
- Remote working environment with a flexible schedule.
- Growth opportunities within a dynamic, fast-growing company.
Application deadline: Friday, 11 October 2024
Interested candidates should email their CV and a cover letter detailing relevant experience and why they are the perfect fit for this role to info@foodformzansi.co.za. Food For Mzansi is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds.
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