Advertising Sales Executive (Travel And Tourism)

Globevest Group; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A publishing house in Johannesburg seeks a high-energy Advertising Sales Executive in the travel and tourism sector. You will drive new business development, manage client relationships, and promote advertising solutions at key industry events. The ideal candidate has a strong background in travel or tourism, advertising sales experience, and a dynamic personality. A valid driver's license and a reliable vehicle are required for this role.

Qualifications

• Matric is essential; tertiary qualifications are advantageous.
• Experience in travel or tourism industry is a must.
• Proven track record in advertising sales is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Acquire new clients in travel and tourism.
• Promote advertising solutions at industry events.
• Manage client proposals and relationships.

Skills

Travel or tourism industry background

Advertising sales experience

Key Account Management experience

Experience with wholesalers

Dynamic personality and networking skills

Driver's license and own vehicle

Education

Matric

Relevant tertiary qualifications

Job description

Position: Advertising Sales Executive (Travel and Tourism) Salary: Market Related Location: Johannesburg Job type: Permanent Industry: Publishing Reference Number: MJ.ASE.NM.

Overview

Our client is a business-to-business publishing house based in Johannesburg and is looking for a high-energy, results-driven Advertising Sales Executive who knows the travel and tourism industry, thrives on networking, and can generate new business.

Responsibilities

• Business development: Acquire new advertising clients within the travel and tourism sector by identifying opportunities and presenting compelling proposals.
• Brand promotion: Represent Now Media at travel and tourism industry events, promote advertising solutions, and support marketing initiatives.
• Client management: Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with travel and tourism suppliers, agencies, and other key stakeholders.
• Sales operations: Manage proposals, contracts, payments, and CRM updates with accuracy and professionalism.

Qualifications

Educational requirements: Matric. Relevant tertiary qualifications will be highly beneficial.

Experience and skills required:

• Travel or tourism industry background
• Advertising sales experience is an advantage
• KAM (Key Account Management) experience preferred, with the ability to convert account management skills into new business generation
• Experience with wholesalers (airlines, tour operators, hotels, etc.) preferred
• Previous travel agent experience will be ideal
• Dynamic personality, strong presence, loves networking, and motivated to write their own paycheck
• Driver's license and own reliable vehicle

Application

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