Sales Manager
About the Team:
South China Morning Post is seeking a dynamic and results-driven Sales Manager to join our Sales Team in Hong Kong. The Sales team at South China Morning Post plays a pivotal role in driving revenue growth and business expansion across all SCMP Advertising product lines, including print, digital, and content solutions. We are a dynamic and results-driven team, committed to delivering effective advertising solutions to our clients and achieving exceptional sales outcomes.
Purpose of the Position:
In this pivotal role, you will lead the charge in driving revenue across our diverse advertising product lines, including print, digital, and bespoke content solutions. We are looking for a strategic sales professional who can navigate consultative media sales with expertise, specifically engaging with prestigious clients in the automotive industry and other high-growth sectors. This is your opportunity to promote a world-class brand and build sustainable partnerships that define the future of media.
Key Responsibilities:
- Drive growth by proactively meeting and exceeding sales targets as a key hunter for new business.
- Lead the full sales cycle, taking complete ownership of client relationships from high-impact engagement and campaign ideation to strategic deal closure and analysis.
- Consult with clients to deeply understand their marketing objectives, delivering tailored, idea-driven solutions that utilize our industry-leading data and insights.
- Cultivate and expand high-level relationships with key decision-makers within major brand organizations and global agency groups.
- Build, grow and maintain strong relationships with key client decision makers and agency groups.
- Collaborate closely with Ad Planning/ Content/ Campaign Management teams to provide optimum solutions to clients and agencies.
- Champion market intelligence by staying ahead of industry trends to enhance strategic category planning and maintain our competitive edge.
- Management of sales CRM, sales pipeline and revenue forecasting
Skills & Experience for Success:
- University graduate.
- At least 5 years of relevant experience in sales or account servicing, demonstrating a proven ability to thrive in high-growth environments.
- Proven track record in selling advertising and content solutions.
- Mastery of verbal and written communication in English and Cantonese, coupled with the ability to deliver persuasive, high-impact presentations.
- Extensive network with direct clients and agencies.
- A self-motivated leader with a results-oriented mindset and the interpersonal abilities to inspire positive team culture.
- Able to work under pressure, strong in planning, well organized, and able to prioritize effectively.
- Strong team player with excellent interpersonal abilities; committed to creating a positive team culture.
- Proficient in using data, research, and insights to drive recommendations.
- Proven potential to drive success and manage complex pipelines in a fast-paced, prestigious media landscape.
- Knowledge of Salesforce would be an advantage.
- Candidates with more experience will be considered as Senior Sales Manager.
Work location will be at Causeway Bay office.
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