Sales Executive
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The Star Publications Limited is hiring a Sales Executive in Kenya to source and develop new business leads, sell radio advertising solutions, and manage client relationships. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in sales/marketing or a related field and at least 2-3 years of experience in media or a similar field. Applications should be submitted online by 14th September 2026.
- Radio advertising sales and marketing role in the media industry
- Requires Bachelor's degree in sales/marketing and 2-3 years experience
- Client relationship management and business development focus
- Apply online by 14th September 2026
- Competitive package offered by an equal opportunity employer
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- Required2+ years of relevant experienceThe job post includes a minimum experience signal.
- RequiredEducation or certification mentioned in the postThe captured text mentions education, a diploma, certificate, or licence.
- PreferredPractical evidence in sales, call_center, financeThe tags and summary point to skills connected with this role.
- RequiredAvailability to work in Not specifiedThe vacancy is associated with this location.
Documents to prepare
- Likely requiredUpdated CV
- Role specificCover letter or short employer message
- OptionalProfessional references
- Role specificAcademic or professional certificates
- VerifyID or passport only after verifying the employer
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- Place your strongest Sales Executive evidence in the first half of your CV.
- In your cover letter or employer message, connect your experience to The Star Publications Limited and the role in Not specified.
- Add concrete examples related to sales, call_center, finance, ideally with measurable outcomes or clear responsibilities.
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- Prepare a polite question about pay, benefits and contract terms for later interview stages.
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- What experience makes you a strong fit for this Sales Executive role in sales, call_center?
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Original source description
- Source & develop new business leads for The Star Publications Ltd.
- Develop strategic and competitive radio advertising sales and marketing concepts.
- Visit clients and make sales pitches and ensure swift and efficient closure of the deal.
- Acquire new clientele and update the ERP system promptly.
- Maintain long-term consultative relationship with clients for repeat business.
- Maintain effective customer care through use of the company's ERP.
- Submit weekly forecasts to help determine which clients to critically focus on to maximize sales volume and growth.
- Follow up on sales collections and ensure timely payments by all clients.
- Adhere to the company's credit policy with no debt beyond the credit period.
- Provide excellent account management in line with this cultivate first point contact between the editors and clients and use excellent interpersonal skills to keep the business relationships strong.
- Handle sales administrative issues as necessary.
- Conduct price surveys, customer satisfaction surveys and other market research in liaison with the R& D Department.
- Conduct market intelligence on gaps and business opportunities.
- Prepare weekly reports and any other reports as agreed with the Business Manager to provide timely guidance on any intervention.
- Reconcile customers' accounts on monthly basis and work with accounts to ensure monthly statements are signed off and dispatched to all clients
Education
At least 2 - 3 years of
Experience
in a similar position in the media or a related field
Bachelor's degree in sales and marketing or a related field
Proven track record of people management
Strong Proposal writing skills, business acumen & results oriented attitude.
Strong communication skills (oral & written).
Strong interpersonal skills.
More Details on
Good understanding of the market and the potential for sales growth
An influential market changer
Aggressive and self driven with a strong relationship bias.
Highly intelligent, numeric and digital savvy.
Have strong business acumen.
Terms And Conditions
The Star Publication Limited is an equal opportunity employer and will offer a competitive package to the successful candidates. If you match the above qualifications and requirements, apply on the link www.myjobsinkenya.com so as to reach us on or by 14
th
September 2026. Please include your daytime telephone number. Also include names, telephone numbers and email addresses of 3 professional referees as well as your current and expected gross salary. In light of anticipated numerous applications, only short listed candidates will be contacted. Disclaimer:
The Star Publication Limited DOES NOT charge a recruitment fee or work with any persons or agencies which charge a recruitment fee.