Senior Manager - Advertising Sales

Mumbai | Full-Time

We are looking for a highly driven Senior Manager Advertising Sales to lead strategic revenue growth through client acquisition, brand partnerships, and integrated advertising solutions. This role requires a strong understanding of the advertising ecosystem, excellent commercial acumen, and the ability to build long-term relationships with brands, agencies, and key decision-makers.

The ideal candidate should have a proven track record in media sales, advertising solutions, sponsorship sales, or integrated brand partnerships, with the ability to independently drive business conversations and close high-value opportunities.

• Drive end-to-end advertising sales across multiple verticals including digital, branded content, experiential, media partnerships, and integrated marketing solutions
• Identify and acquire new business opportunities through direct outreach, networking, market intelligence, and strategic pitching
• Build and manage strong relationships with brand teams, marketing heads, media agencies, and decision-makers across sectors
• Develop customized advertising proposals aligned to client objectives and business goals
• Lead commercial negotiations, pricing discussions, contract closures, and revenue planning
• Collaborate with internal strategy, creative, and execution teams to build compelling sales solutions
• Manage key accounts and ensure repeat business through long-term relationship development
• Track category trends, competitor activity, and market opportunities to strengthen sales pipeline
• Deliver monthly, quarterly, and annual revenue targets with clear forecasting and reporting discipline
• Represent the organization in client meetings, presentations, industry forums, and business discussions

• 610 years of experience in advertising sales, media sales, sponsorship sales, brand partnerships, or business development
• Strong understanding of the advertising and media ecosystem
• Existing network across brands, agencies, and corporate marketing teams preferred
• Proven ability to generate revenue and close large-ticket deals
• Strong commercial, negotiation, and proposal-building capability
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills

Candidates with experience in one or more of the following will be preferred:

• Advertising agencies
• Media houses
• Digital media platforms
• Experiential marketing / activations
• Events and sponsorship sales
• Integrated marketing solutions

• Strong ownership mindset
• High market aggression and business hunger
• Strategic thinking with strong execution ability
• Ability to work independently and lead senior client conversations
• Strong focus on numbers, growth, and long-term business development

If you are passionate about building business, closing strategic partnerships, and driving advertising revenue, drop your CV at career@theelevatedigi.com.