Advertising Sales Manager

Company Descriptio

Autocar India is India’s leading automobile magazine, published monthly and widely regarded for its high readership in the automotive segment. The brand has a robust digital footprint, offering daily news, updates, and reviews across its website and social media platforms including Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn. Led by Hormazd Sorabjee, a prominent automobile journalist, Autocar India is known for its strong editorial standards, meticulous testing, and high production quality. The brand builds on the legacy of the parent title “Autocar,” first published in 1895 and recognized as the world’s oldest car magazine.

Role Description

The Advertising Sales Manager is a full-time, on-site role based in Mumbai, responsible for driving advertising revenue across print, digital, social media, video, and television properties. This role involves identifying and qualifying prospective clients, pitching integrated advertising solutions, negotiating rates and packages, and closing sales to meet revenue targets. The manager will maintain strong relationships with existing clients, provide ongoing account servicing, and coordinate with editorial, marketing, and production teams to deliver campaigns on time and according to client objectives. Day-to-day responsibilities include preparing proposals and media plans, monitoring campaign performance, and reporting on sales pipelines and market trends. The role also requires staying updated on automotive industry developments and competitor activities to proactively recommend new advertising opportunities.

Qualifications

• Strong media sales and advertising sales skills, with experience selling print, digital, or broadcast media solutions.
• Proven sales, negotiation, and business development capabilities, including pipeline management and achieving revenue targets.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for client presentations, stakeholder coordination, and internal collaboration.
• Customer service and relationship management skills to ensure client satisfaction, retention, and repeat business.
• Marketing knowledge, including understanding of brand positioning, campaign objectives, and integrated media strategies.
• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Media, or a related field; equivalent relevant experience will also be considered.
• Experience in the automotive or media industry is highly desirable, especially in Mumbai or similar markets.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple accounts, and use CRM and sales reporting tools effectively.