Sales Rep Advertising

Summary about this job

Detail information about job Sales Rep Advertising. Terms and conditions vacancy

About the business and the role

Active Networks serves Sydney's North Shore and Northern Beaches community publishing 3 monthly community magazines with a total print run of 132,000 copies. We also offer businesses a number of digital products namely a business directory, a deals site and E-newsletters. We have a graphic design and print arm to the business enabling us to offer our clients a menu of marketing products. Our team of 14 is based in the modern Lifestyle Working Office building adjacent to Warringah Mall in Brookvale.

An exciting opportunity to join a dynamic publisher exists for an enthusiastic Sales Rep. This is a full-time role. No experience in media sales is necessary just a great attitude. Experience in account management, retail, sales, service or telemarketing is an advantage. You will be required to show a successful track record in at least one of these areas.

Job tasks and responsibilities

Your responsibilities will include:

• Servicing client accounts
• Upselling our online and print products to existing clients
• Assisting with various marketing activities
• Setting and attending sales appointments
• Selling our suite of products

Your duties will include:

• Complete weekly and monthly reports as required
• Update and maintain our sales database
• Keep an effective record of contacts and negotiations    
• Focus efforts on providing value add service that meets the customer's needs
• Brief the design department on your clients advert needs
• Prospect, research and generate sales appointments
• Sell in to our print, digital and social products
• Visit your client's to ensure  expectations are met
• Develop and maintain client relationships

Skills and experience

The Successful Candidate Will:

• Strive to meet or exceed standards of excellence   
• Communicate and sell with integrity
• Build a business case around their recommended advertising / marketing strategy
• Be able to, very quickly, build and maintain a rapport with clients
• Enjoy and be able to deliver a professional presentation
• Have a high level of both written & verbal communication skills
• Have an excellent phone manner
• Have excellent time management skills and be able to work autonomously

Qualifications / experience required

• Drivers licence & own motor vehicle is essential
• Computer literate in excel, word, online is a must.

We pride ourselves on our standing in the community and the products we produce. Many of our clients have been with us since inception, 17 years ago. We are looking for a personable, dynamic well-presented Account Manager who is looking to progress in to sales. Working in a team, you will be mentored and supported by a production assistant and 2 graphic designers. You will be required to work autonomously visiting your clients on a monthly basis and taking full responsibility for ensuring that the business delivers results. You are required to set appointments and sell in your own right. You will be mentored and trained to broaden your sales skill base. In return you will join a fun, enthusiastic team and be rewarded financially for your efforts.

You may already be in sales looking to take your next step into a client facing role or in to a new industry. You may be in direct marketing door to door, or in an outgoing tele sales role seeking to move into a lucrative and challenging role in media sales. This is a fantastic opportunity with wonderful career prospects. Extensive training is available.

You will be paid a salary, super and commission.  Immediate start for the right candidate. Apply Today!

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.