Media Sales Manager
Essex – Office based
£45,000 base salary + £70,000 OTE
The Role
We are looking for an experienced and driven Media Sales Manager to lead a team of sales executives in generating new business opportunities and closing high-value advertising deals. This is a key leadership role where you will shape sales strategy, mentor the team, and play a hands-on role in driving revenue growth.
You will be responsible for overseeing outreach activity, supporting the team with major deals, and ensuring consistent reporting to senior leadership. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated sales leader who thrives in a fast-paced media environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Team Leadership
- Manage, mentor, and motivate a team of sales executives
- Drive outreach activity to new leads and ensure alignment with sales targets
- Foster a positive, high-performance sales culture
Deal Facilitation
- Support and guide the team through major deals and negotiations
- Act as the senior point of contact for key opportunities
Sales Strategy
- Develop and implement strategies to increase lead generation and conversion rates
- Identify new revenue opportunities and market segments
Reporting & Performance Tracking
- Compile and present regular sales reports to senior management
- Monitor KPIs and performance metrics to identify areas for improvement
Training & Development
- Ensure the sales team is fully trained on media products and effective selling techniques
- Provide ongoing coaching and development to improve performance
Cross-Team Collaboration
- Work closely with other departments to ensure consistent messaging and campaign delivery
Process Improvement
- Gather feedback from the sales team to refine processes and improve results
Requirements
- Proven experience as a Media Sales Manager or in a similar sales leadership role
- Strong leadership and team management skills
- Excellent communication and negotiation abilities
- Solid understanding of sales pipelines, CRM systems, and performance metrics
- Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail
- Good knowledge of modern media sales strategies and market trends
What’s on Offer
- Opportunity to lead and develop a growing sales team
- Fast-paced and collaborative working environment
- Clear progression opportunities within the business
If this role sounds of interest to you or someone you know, get in touch with the team besavvy@savvyrecruitment.com
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