Account Manager
- Location
- Cape Town, Western Cape
- Closing date
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In brief
**Overview** This role is for an Account Manager at WP Media, a part of Novus Holdings Ltd. The successful candidate will be responsible for generating sales, servicing current clients and key accounts, and growing sales by regularly engaging with clients to sell the company's advertising products and services. **What you will do** * Develop and implement account plans and approaches in line with the overall advertising revenue strategy formulated by the Sales Manager. * Identify and generate new business opportunities to achieve predetermined sales targets. * Prepare and present sales proposals and presentations to new and existing clients to negotiate and close deals. * Create tailored solutions that meet the client’s short and long-term needs. * Build strategic working relationships with clients and maintain a high level of client contact (telephonic, email communication and face-to-face) to ensure that their specific requirements are addressed, to monitor and grow existing business. * Analyse potential sales opportunities by using data analysis, segmented research and information available to identify the needs most required and valued by these clients. * Provide professional and exceptional client service in all interactions with clients. * Closely monitor competitors and maintain client database. * Keep all administrative work updated, including service level agreements and contracts. * Report on sales opportunities and achievements as required weekly and monthly. * Maintain a high level of relevant industry knowledge. * Achieve set monthly revenue targets in printed publications as well as digital and social media advertising sales. * Generate new Revenue models, such as event sponsorships. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Grade 12 * A minimum of three years’ experience in a sales/target-driven environment * Valid driver's licence * Understanding and experience in the media industry * Knowledge of sales strategies and concepts * Experience in developing sales reports * Sound understanding of demographic data LSM * A tertiary qualification would be advantageous * Experience in dealing with advertising agencies would be advantageous * Experience in digital sales and marketing would be advantageous **Who should apply** This role is suited for a professional who can proactively generate and grow sales within the advertising sector, manage key accounts, and build strong client relationships. The ideal candidate will be skilled in developing account plans, identifying new business opportunities, presenting proposals, and creating tailored solutions. They should be analytical in identifying sales opportunities, proficient in administrative tasks, capable of achieving revenue targets across various media, and possess a strong understanding of the media industry and sales strategies. **Deadline** 31st October, 2026 **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/account-manager-novus-holdings-ltd-2 Source: myjobmag
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