Advertising Sales Executive

Green Media is seeking an Advertising Sales Executive to drive new business and expand their client base. This hybrid role allows for remote work with one day a week in the JHB office. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in advertising/media sales, a strong sales track record, and excellent communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary with significant commission potential, focusing on generating R8,218,182 in new gross profit annually.
Department: Sales

Reporting to: Sales Manager

Location: Hybrid – Work from home with one day a week in our JHB office

Summary

Are you a dynamic, results-driven sales hunter with a passion for growth?

Green Media is looking for an Advertising Sales Executive to drive new business and expand our client base. You'll focus on signing new clients, then hand them over to our Account Managers while earning evergreen commission on the deals you close.

Job Objective

Your target is to generate R8,218,182 in new gross profit per year. This role is about opening doors, closing deals, and fuelling long-term revenue growth.

Key Responsibilities
• Hunt down new business opportunities
• Build strong relationships with prospective clients
• Deliver compelling sales presentations
• Close deals and meet/exceed targets
• Work with marketing on acquisition strategies

Qualifications
• 5+ years in advertising/media sales or business development
• Proven track record of smashing sales targets
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Self-motivated and team-oriented
• Solid knowledge of the advertising/media industry

Skills
• Powerful presentation and storytelling abilities
• Strategic thinking and creative problem-solving
• Confident, persuasive, and quick on your feet
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office and CRM tools

Compensation
• Very competitive salary
• Up to 27.5% commission
• On-target earnings: R2.5 million per year
• Room to grow your career in a fast-moving business

What Makes You a Fit

This role is for a true hunter – not a farmer. You should be:
• Proactive – Always chasing the next win
• Persuasive – You can sell ice to Eskimos
• Energetic – You thrive on targets
• Strategic – You know where the best opportunities are
• Independent – You don’t need babysitting
• Obsessed with the chase – You live for new deals

How It Works

Once you’ve signed a client, you’ll hand them over to our Account Managers for day-to-day service. You’ll still earn ongoing commission from those accounts. We’ll make sure you’re fully supported with everything you need to close big deals.

Sound like you?

Then apply now and join Green Media as an Advertising Sales Executive.

Help us turn unsold products into marketing power – and turn your skills into serious earnings.