Commercial Manager, Arabian Business Group

ITP Media Group (ITP) is one of the largest media companies in the Middle East, with a portfolio of more than 80 brands. The company delivers quality up to date content to its readers, viewers, delegates and guests through digital, print, events, awards, video content, social media platforms and social media influencers.

Its extensive output includes audio, digital, print and video interviews with some of the world s leading businessmen, long-form features from around the Middle East and respected commentary on the issues of the day. From media to manufacturing, Arabian Business investigates and analyses the key industries & their leaders, quizzing the biggest names in the world of business through exclusive one on one interviews.

The Job

Arabian Business is looking for an experienced Commercial Manager to lead our commercial team selling innovative multi-platform solution with a focus on digital, events and content creation.

Desired profile:

The ideal candidate is an entrepreneurial, proactive senior sales person with 5+ years international or GCC Business Media sales experience with contacts across theses industries including advertising agencies.

Strong experience in selling across digital display, video production, social media, events and magazine platforms is required, as is the proven ability to manage a continually growing digital platform and lead growth through new revenue channels.

The right candidate will display an excellent understanding of media sales and the media market place, but not be defined by it, and most definitely be able to think outside its traditional parameters and sell creatively as well as across platforms.

Strong negotiation and closing skills as well as the ability to work well under pressure and maintain efficiency and accuracy are key attributes.

Requirements

Additionally, the right candidate will have experience in;

• GCC media sales
  
• Selling digital solutions, social influencer channels, video, awards & events.
  
• Analytic digital sales
  
• Creative content solutions.
  
• Brand and product extension & development
  
  

We are looking for someone dynamic and leader who likes to work in a multicultural environment. The right fit will be an individual who is accountable, socially smart and extremely organized, a team player who uses their own initiative and communicates effectively. Arabic language ability would be an advantage.

The package is competitive and will be based on relevant experience, network of contacts and ability.

If you believe you have the right experience and characteristics for this role, apply now with your covering letter and CV!

Benefits