Advertising Sales Executive

Company Description The Retail Jeweller India is a Mumbai-based media company dedicated to the gems and jewellery industry. For over 20 years, it has published The Retail Jeweller Magazine and Market Tabloid, India’s leading business publications for jewellery retailers, circulated across 603 cities and towns. The company also curates the Retail Jeweller India Awards, a premier national awards platform, and the Retail Jeweller India Forum, a high-level industry conference focused on retail jewellery growth. In the digital space, it manages weekly newsletters, including RETAIL DIVE (India) and a dedicated edition for the Middle East and global markets, extending its reach and influence worldwide.
Role Description This is a full-time, hybrid Advertising Sales Executive role based in Mumbai, with flexibility for some work-from-home. The Advertising Sales Executive will identify and approach potential advertisers in the gems and jewellery sector, build and maintain client relationships, and manage end-to-end sales cycles for print, digital, and event advertising solutions. Day-to-day responsibilities include conducting sales meetings, delivering tailored sales presentations, preparing proposals, negotiating rates and packages, and closing deals aligned with revenue targets. The role also involves collaborating with marketing and editorial teams to create effective advertising solutions, tracking campaign performance, and providing ongoing account servicing and reporting. The Advertising Sales Executive will represent the company at industry events and conferences, gathering market insights and contributing to business development strategies.
Qualifications
Candidates should possess strong Sales and Business Development skills, including lead generation, pipeline management, and deal closure.
Candidates should possess effective Sales Presentations and Marketing skills to pitch advertising solutions and support promotional initiatives.
Candidates should possess familiarity with DIGITAL media advertising, preferably within B2B or niche industry publications.
Candidates should possess excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-management abilities.
Candidates should possess comfort working with CRM tools, basic data analysis, and MS Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word).
Relevant experience in advertising sales, media, or jewellery/luxury sectors is highly beneficial.
A bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field is preferred.
Ability to work in a hybrid setup in Mumbai, manage travel for client meetings and events, and meet defined revenue targets.

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