Sales Executive

INC Magazine; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Open-ended commission structure

Career growth opportunities

Industry events access

Job summary

Business Link Magazine Group, a leading B2B publisher, is seeking a Sales Executive to drive advertising and sponsorship revenue for our events, magazines, and affiliated sites. Based in Grimsby, you will collaborate with editorial teams to deliver tailored solutions and close deals that fuel growth.

The role requires a proven sales background, excellent communication and negotiation skills, and the drive to exceed targets in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of sales experience in a direct sales industry.
• Proven track record of meeting and exceeding sales targets.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sales strategies to meet revenue targets.
• Identify new business opportunities and pitch advertising and sponsorship packages.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and potential clients.
• Work closely with our editorial team to develop customized solutions.
• Negotiate and close deals, ensuring client satisfaction and revenue growth.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and competitor activity.

Skills

Sales experience

Negotiation

Communication

Job description

Job DescriptionSales ExecutiveLocation: Grimsby Salary: £25,000 - £28,000 basic salary, with OTE of £28,900 - £31,900 Contract: Full-time, PermanentJoin BLM Group as a Sales Executive - Advertising and SponsorshipsBusiness Link Magazine Group is a leading B2B publisher with a portfolio of niche magazine titles.We're seeking a driven and results-oriented Sales Executive to join our team and help us grow our advertising and sponsorship revenue.As a key member of our sales team, you'll be responsible for selling advertisement and sponsorship packages for our events and in our magazine and affiliated news sites.The Role:We're looking for a sales professional with a passion for building relationships and identifying new business opportunities.You'll work closely with our editorial team to develop and deliver customised advertising and sponsorship solutions that meet the needs of our clients.Your goal will be to drive revenue growth and help us maintain our position as a leading industry publication.You will be responsible for:Develop and execute sales strategies to meet revenue targets Identify new business opportunities and pitch advertising and sponsorship packages Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and potential clients Work closely with our editorial team to develop customized solutions Negotiate and close deals, ensuring client satisfaction and revenue growth Stay up-to-date with industry trends and competitor activityWhat We're Looking For2+ years of sales experience in a direct sales industry would be preferred Proven track record of meeting and exceeding sales targets Excellent communication and negotiation skills Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines Good understanding of businessWhat We OfferCompetitive salary and open-ended commission structure Opportunities for career growth and development Collaborative and dynamic work environment Access to industry events and networking opportunities

You will be responsible for:

• Develop and execute sales strategies to meet revenue targets
• Identify new business opportunities and pitch advertising and sponsorship packages
• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and potential clients
• Work closely with our editorial team to develop customized solutions
• Negotiate and close deals, ensuring client satisfaction and revenue growth
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and competitor activity

What We're Looking For

• 2+ years of sales experience in a direct sales industry would be preferred
• Proven track record of meeting and exceeding sales targets
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills