Business Development Manager/ Sales Executive

Staffing-Jet; Durban; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Volt Africa is seeking a dynamic Business Development / Sales Executive on a 6-month fixed-term contract. The role focuses on turning client goals into creative advertising solutions across print, digital, website and social media platforms.

You will build strong relationships with brands, advertisers, and agencies while driving revenue through multi-channel campaigns. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in digital advertising sales, a solid grasp of marketing objectives, and the

Qualifications

• Matric certificate or equivalent is required.
• Proven experience in business development or advertising sales.
• Strong understanding of digital marketing and online advertising solutions.
• Excellent prospecting, presentation, negotiation and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify and win new business across corporate, SME, retail, agency and other sectors.
• Sell integrated advertising solutions across digital, social, website and magazine platforms.
• Build relationships with brands, advertisers, agencies and business owners.
• Manage full sales cycle from prospecting to campaign follow-up.
• Collaborate with editorial, digital and production teams to deliver campaigns.

Skills

Business development

Advertising sales

Digital marketing

Negotiation

Prospecting

CRM systems

Office/Workspace tools

Education

Matric certificate or equivalent

Tools

CRM software

Microsoft Office/Google Workspace

Job description

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT / SALES EXECUTIVE

DIGITAL & SOCIAL MEDIA ADVERTISING

6-Month Fixed-Term Contract

Are you a natural-born dealmaker with a passion for publishing, media, marketing and winning new business?

Volt Africa is looking for a dynamic, commercially driven Business Development / Sales Executive to help brands connect with audiences and drive advertising revenue across our print, digital, website and social media platforms.

This is your opportunity to turn client goals into creative advertising solutions, build powerful business relationships and make an impact in a fast-paced media environment.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

• Identify and win new business across corporate, SME, retail, agency and other advertising sectors.
• Sell integrated advertising solutions across digital, social media, website and magazine platforms.
• Build strong relationships with brands, advertisers, marketing managers, media agencies and business owners.
• Prospect confidently through calls, meetings, networking, referrals, email and social media.
• Understand clients’ marketing objectives and develop customized proposals, media plans and campaigns.
• Manage the full sales cycle—from prospecting and pitching to negotiation, closing and campaign follow-up.
• Achieve and exceed sales targets while growing existing accounts through upselling and cross-selling.
• Collaborate with editorial, digital, creative, marketing and production teams to deliver successful campaigns.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

• Matric certificate or equivalent.
• Proven experience in business development, advertising sales, media sales, digital sales or social media sales.
• A strong understanding of digital marketing, social media platforms and online advertising solutions.
• Excellent prospecting, presentation, communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills.
• A commercial mindset and a track record of working towards sales targets.
• Confidence engaging with decision-makers and the ability to work independently.
• Good organizational skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office/Google *Workspace and CRM or sales-management systems.

WHY VOLT AFRICA?

At Volt Africa, we sell more than advertising space. We create integrated media solutions that help brands connect with their audiences through the right mix of print, digital, social media and live experiences.

• If you’re motivated by new business, passionate about media and ready to grow advertising revenue—we want to hear from you!

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