Account Executive Direct Sales JB5358

Kontak Recruitment; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency seeks an Account Executive for direct sales in Sandton. The candidate will manage advertiser relationships, drive sales through strategic insights, and collaborate with internal teams to deliver advertising solutions. Ideal for candidates with a B2B sales background and strong relational skills.

Qualifications

• 4+ years in a B2B sales or client-facing role preferred.
• Strong relationship-building skills.
• Valid Driver's license and own vehicle required.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of direct advertiser accounts.
• Drive strategic sales through market insight and opportunity identification.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth campaign delivery.

Skills

Relationship-building

Presentation skills

Education

Completed Grade 12

Relevant tertiary qualification

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Account Executive – Direct Sales (JB5358)
Sandton, Johannesburg
R25 000 - R30 000 CTC per month
Permanent

Manage a portfolio of direct advertisers while actively developing new business. Sell integrated advertising solutions across multiple platforms using a strategic sales approach.
Build strong, long-term client relationships and contribute to revenue growth.

Minimum Requirements:
Completed Grade 12.
Relevant tertiary qualification preferred.
4 or more years of experience in a B2B sales or client-facing role (media-related preferred).
Strong relationship-building and presentation skills.
Valid Drivers licence and own vehicle required.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Manage a base of direct advertiser accounts.
Drive strategic sales through market insight and opportunity identification (existing and new business).
Sell integrated advertising solutions across multiple platforms.
Develop client-specific proposals and presentations.
Build and maintain strong commercial relationships with brand-side stakeholders.
Support revenue targets through pipeline management and proactive engagement.
Use CRM and internal tools for sales reporting and forecasting.
Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth campaign delivery.
Monitor campaign performance and provide client feedback.