Sales Coordinator

Our client is a local news website tailored for the mobile web. It brings free county- level news to any internet-enabled phone. It sources all its news stories from local ‘citizen reporters’ (i.e. anyone who wants to report the news) who are paid via mobile-money for each article our editors publish. Our client is one of the most far-reaching and cost-effective media models presently available in the country. They are looking for a Sales Coordinator.

Key Responsibilities:

To expand our Customers accounts, by identifying and selling the company’s concept.
Develop monthly, quarterly revenue-generating proposals and establish individual sales goals.
Coordinate sales team by managing schedules, filing important documents and communicating relevant information.
Ensure the adequacy of sales-related equipment or material.
Respond to complaints from customers and give after-sales support when requested.
Store and sort financial and non-financial data in electronic form and present reports
To be aware of and to report on competitor activities and initiatives that may affect the company’s existing business or prospects.
To ensure that all customer queries or prospects inquiries are acted upon promptly.
Monitor the team’s progress, identify shortcomings and propose improvements.
To maintain a daily record of client contacts that can be used in any contact between the company and its customers and prospects and to ensure that the CEO is informed of main points from each contact.
Ensure adherence to laws and policies.

Qualifications:

A business related degree preferably in Sales & Marketing.
MUST possess a minimum of 3 years working experience in Sales.
Ability to build relationships, excellent presentation and interpersonal skills and excel at client networking.
Proficiency in English as well as the necessary computer and data processing skills.
Knowledge and proficiency in the use of Google Analytics, Google Spreadsheets, Pipe drive, Facebook Analytics, Double Click for Publishers (DFP) and Microsoft Suite.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
A team player with high level of dedication.
BSc/BA in business administration or relevant field; certification in sales or marketing will be an asset.
Experience working in a media organization is an added advantage.
Dependable and upholds integrity
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Being self-motivated and passionate about knocking doors and closing deals
Great understanding of online media
A team player/in a team environment.
Problem-solving skills.