Account Manager at Novus Holdings Ltd

Job Description    

• To generate print and digital advertising sales that meet and exceed targets. Responsible and accountable for developing and servicing a portfolio of accounts to grow sales though well-managed client relationships, for Die Papier (National Newspaper) and online platforms.

Key Duties and Responsibilities    

• Develop and implement account plans and approaches in line with the overall strategy formulated by the Manager (Regional / National);
• Develop and implement key account plans and approaches to maximize revenue inflow from these accounts.
• Through a high level of professional and exceptional client contact, actively manage the commercial relationship with clients within your portfolio.
• Create tailored solutions that meet the client’s short and long-term needs.
• Attain monthly, quarterly, and annual sales targets related to your client portfolio.
• Identify and generate new business opportunities for key customers ongoing to achieve predetermined sales targets and margins.
• Prepare and present sales proposals and presentations to new and existing key clients to negotiate and close deals.
• Keep all administrative work updated
• Maintain a high level of relevant industry knowledge.
• Analyze potential sales opportunities by using data analyses, segmented research and available information to identify the attributes most valued by these potential clients.

Educational Requirements    

• Matric Marketing/Sales/communication or related tertiary qualification is a prerequisite.

Experience Requirements    

• At least 2 years’ experience in print and digital advertising sales.
• Negotiation/Sales/presentation skills.
• Fully end-user computer literate (Microsoft Office).

Skills and Competencies    

• The ability to create and maintain good relationships with client accounts
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Able to work under pressure and adhering to deadlines
• Must be confident with the ability to self-manage activities yet able to work closely with a team
• Able to identify and realise revenue opportunities related to online advertising
• Attention to detail
• Ability to meet deadlines and be pressure resilient
• Ability to take the initiative
• Must be customer focused
• Must be goal orientated
• Must be able to adapt easily
• Must be able to balance creative and business approach
• Must be passionate about digital advertising and marketing
• Be fluent in afrikaans

Deadline:6th January,2026