Jobs at The Citizen

DIRECT SALES REPRESENTATIVE

The Citizen currently has a vacancy for a Direct Sales Representative in its sales department. The suitable candidate will be part of a vibrant, forward-thinking team, and be responsible for selling advertising opportunities to direct advertisers.
It is the ideal opportunity for an energetic, self-motivated person with a passion for sales. The successful candidate will report directly to the Sales Manager.
Requirements for the position:

• Minimum qualification: National Senior Certificate (Grade 12)
  or similar
• Minimum of six years’ experience in a direct sales environment.
• Sales or marketing diploma (IMM/AAA) will be an advantage
• Market knowledge and insight
• Strong customer service ability
• Strong negotiation skills
• Must be able to establish and maintain business relationships
• Proven references in terms of client basis within the portfolio
  field
• Must be able to cold canvass and must be target-driven
• Strong admin and planning skills and computer literate
• Proven experience on digital sales
• Tenacity and initiative
• Own reliable transport – driver’s license not negotiable
• Own cellphone
  Key responsibilities
• Ensure targets are met and exceeded
• Grow existing and new business by effectively identifying new
  opportunities
• Needs analysis
  Please send suitable applications with a full CV to
  [email protected]
  Reference in subject line: Direct Sales Representative
  Closing date for applications: 18 July 2025.
  Preference will be given to individuals who will add to the diversity of the organisation.
  Please consider your application as unsuccessful if you do not receive feedback within 14 days from the closing date.