Senior Sales Executive (Conferences and Events) at Business Day Newspaper

Role Description

• This is a full-time, on-site role for a Senior Sales Executive (Conferences and Events) based in Nigeria.
• The Senior Sales Executive will be responsible for selling sponsorships and partnerships for high-profile conferences and events, developing and maintaining client relationships, identifying sales opportunities, managing client portfolios, and achieving sales targets.
• The role involves conducting market research, negotiating contracts, and collaborating with internal teams to ensure customer satisfaction and business growth.
• Regular reporting and continued professional development are also integral to the position.

Qualifications

• Proven sales and marketing skills, including sales pipeline management, client acquisition, and achievement of revenue targets
• 5–8 years’ experience in corporate sales, preferably in conference sponsorship and event partnership sales
• Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and communication skills with the ability to build and maintain client relationships
• Experience in market research, understanding market trends, and identifying opportunities to grow major client accounts
• Ability to prospect, pitch, negotiate, and close corporate clients across key industries
• Proven experience leading large-ticket deals and contributing to overall event growth strategy
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Sales Management, or a related field
• Commitment to achieving results while adapting to a dynamic and fast-paced work environment.
• Must be based in Lagos State within a commutable distance