Media Sales and Operations Manager

Thumbay Media; Ajman Emirate; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Thumbay Media seeks a Sales and Operations Manager for Health Magazine. You will drive revenue through ad sales, secure partnerships, and oversee daily operations. With a focus on strategic goals, you will ensure efficiency in distribution and execution of marketing strategies. The role provides an opportunity to lead within one of the UAE's major media platforms.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in media sales, publishing, or healthcare advertising.
• Proven record in securing ad revenues and sponsorships.
• Strong network in healthcare, wellness, pharma, and lifestyle industries.

Responsibilities

• Drive ad sales for print, digital, and events.
• Secure sponsors for high-profile events.
• Manage magazine distribution and oversee content scheduling.

Skills

Media sales

Negotiation

Team leadership

Communication

Digital media tools

Tools

CRM

Job description

Role Overview:

You're the driving force behind revenue and delivery. As Sales and Operations Manager, you’ll lead the business side of Health Magazine and Thumbay Media—steering ad sales, sponsorships, partnerships, distribution, and daily operations. You’ll work closely with editorial, creative, and events teams to ensure business goals translate into real results. This is part sales strategist, part operations leader—and all about execution.

Salary- AED 14,000/- To AED 18,000/-

Key Responsibilities:

1. Sales & Revenue Generation

Drive ad sales for print, digital, video, and events (Health Awards, Influencer Summits, etc.)

Build and grow relationships with healthcare brands, wellness companies, hospitals, and pharma groups

Pitch media kits, campaign packages, and sponsored content opportunities

Identify upselling/cross-selling potential across media and event assets

Prepare monthly sales reports, revenue forecasts, and pipeline updates

2. Strategic Partnerships & Sponsorships

Secure sponsors for high-profile events like Health Awards and editorial campaigns

Liaise with corporate communications teams of partners and sponsors

Draft sponsorship decks, MOU proposals, and custom media plans

3. Operations & Distribution

Manage magazine distribution (physical and digital) across clinics, hospitals, hotels, and wellness centers

Oversee content and ad scheduling to align with print deadlines and event timelines

Coordinate with print vendors, logistics partners, and digital publishing platforms

4. Team Management & Coordination

Supervise the sales and marketing team, ensuring targets and KPIs are met

Collaborate with editorial, design, and video teams for integrated campaigns

Ensure smooth execution of events from planning to post-event reporting

5. Brand Expansion & Innovation

Support launch of new verticals: podcasts, YouTube series, digital newsletters

Explore new platforms and formats to grow Health Magazine’s audience and advertiser base

Analyze performance data to refine campaigns and content monetization strategies

Key Skills & Experience:

• 5+ years in media sales, publishing, or healthcare advertising (UAE experience preferred)
• Proven record in securing ad revenues, sponsorships, and B2B deals
• Strong network in healthcare, wellness, pharma, and lifestyle industries
• Fluent in digital media tools: CRM, media kits, proposal decks, campaign tracking
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to multitask, lead teams, and deliver under deadlines

Why This Role Matters:

Health Magazine is one of the UAE’s leading health and lifestyle platforms, and Thumbay Media is the powerhouse behind its growth. This role is critical in turning our creative vision into commercial success—making sure the brand doesn’t just look good but performs even better.