About Us

The Jakarta Post is one of Indonesia's most influential newspapers that provides content and services in line with its role as a leading media in the country and Southeast Asia (SEA) region. Established on April 25, 1983, The Jakarta Post has the vision to drive transformative change in Indonesia and for Indonesia through bold, ethical, responsible, and independent reporting; critical perspective; and influence.

Responsibilities

Sales and Revenue Generation

Identify and prospect potential clients from industries assigned.
Develop and maintain a sales pipeline to meet or exceed sales targets.
Initiate meeting, build proposal, and present advertising solutions to clients as well as recommend suitable ad placements or other partnership opportunity in the newspaper or other media platform.
Negotiate advertising rates and contracts to secure business.

Client Relationship Management

Build and maintain strong relationships with clients by understanding their needs and goals.
Provide excellent customer service and organized project management throughout any client's project including, addressing client inquiries, concerns, and requests promptly.
Regularly update clients on the status of their advertising campaigns and provide performance reports.
Collaborate with clients to design effective advertising campaigns that align with their objectives, as well as work with the creative and production teams to ensure ad materials are of high quality and meet deadlines.

Product Knowledge and Market Research

Stay informed about the newspaper's content, media products and event, circulation, readership demographics, and other advertising options.
Keep up to date with industry trends, competitors, and emerging advertising platforms.
Conduct market research to identify potential clients and market trends.

Requirements

Has min. 2-3 years experience working as an Account Executive or related position. Candidates with sales experience in the media/newspaper industry will be prioritized.
Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, advertising, or a related field is preferred.
Great understanding of the media & retail industry proven from the latest client portfolio with an excellent networking skill.
Excellent negotiation and presentation abilities.
Excellent interpersonal and analytical thinking to approach and expand ways to reach new potential clients.
Great work ethics and attitude is essential.

Thank you for applying to The Jakarta Post!

Notes: Our company has never levied any fees for the recruitment process nor has it required to order tickets and accommodation through a certain travel agent or certain person.

Account Executive