Sales Manager – Digital (Whatsonsaudiarabia.com – role based in Riyadh, KSA)

MOTIVATE MEDIA GROUP; Ar Ruwaydah; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A digital media company in Riyadh is seeking an ambitious Sales Manager – Digital. The successful candidate will drive digital revenue growth, hit monthly sales targets, and act as a brand ambassador. Ideal candidates have at least 2 years of experience in digital sales and excellent communication skills in Arabic and English.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in digital sales with at least 2 years experience in Publisher, PR, or Media Agency.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both Arabic and English.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Hit and exceed monthly sales targets.
• Act as brand ambassador for Whatsonsaudiarabia.com.

Skills

Prospecting & Lead Generation

Negotiation & Closing

Target-Driven Mindset

Consultative Selling

Job description

Overview

Motivate Media Group are looking for an experienced and ambitious Sales Manager – Digital – to join Whatsonsaudiarabia.com for a role based in Riyadh, KSA.

The successful candidate will join a fast growing and fun team, playing a pivotal role in growing digital revenue.

Whatsonsaudiarabia.com: Saudi Arabia’s answer to sister brand Whatson.ae, which is the UAE’s leading ‘things to do’ brand, focusing on all things fun and exciting that happen in the country.

Prerequisites

• A proven track record in digital sales with at least 2 years of experience as a Publisher, PR, or Media Agency, preferably inKSA.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both Arabic (primary) and English.
• A demonstrable understanding of the broader digital marketing landscape and a creative approach to selling.
• The ability to communicate with people at all levels, both direct clients and agencies alike.
• Ideally someone who already has relationships and contacts in the region.
• Proven ability to work independently & collaboratively.
• A hard and smart worker who must be both entrepreneurial and proactive in nature.

The main role of the candidate is to hit and exceed monthly sales targets, whilst acting as brand ambassador in the process.

Interested candidates may apply attaching a copy of their CV along with a one-page cover letter.

Responsibilities

• Hit and exceed monthly sales targets.
• Act as brand ambassador for Whatsonsaudiarabia.com.

Skills

• Prospecting & Lead Generation – ability to identify and pursue potential clients.
• Negotiation & Closing – skilled in structuring deals, overcoming objections, and securing long-term contracts.
• Target-Driven Mindset – consistent focus on achieving and exceeding revenue goals.
• Consultative Selling – understanding client needs and offering tailored advertising/marketing solutions.

Media & Marketing Knowledge

• Understanding Media Platforms – print, digital, TV, radio, social media, programmatic, etc.
• Campaign Strategy – ability to recommend the right mix of media channels to maximize ROI.
• Knowledge of Analytics & Metrics – awareness of impressions, CTR, CPM, conversion rates, and campaign performance tracking.
• Industry Awareness – keeping up with trends in media consumption, advertising technologies, and competitor activity.

Relationship Management

• Networking Skills – building and nurturing client, agency, and brand relationships.
• Account Management – ability to manage multiple accounts, upsell, and ensure client satisfaction.
• Communication Skills – strong presentation and pitching skills, persuasive storytelling.

Personal Attributes

• Resilience & Adaptability – ability to handle rejection and adjust strategies.
• Creativity – crafting innovative advertising solutions.
• Time Management & Organization – managing deadlines, campaigns, and follow-ups effectively.
• Team Collaboration – working with content, marketing, and design teams to execute campaigns.