Job Profile
Head of Ad Sales – Marie Claire India
Job Description
Marie Claire India is seeking an experienced and commercially driven Head of Ad Sales to lead advertising sales, strategic partnerships and revenue growth across print, digital, social media, video, branded content, events, intellectual properties (IPs) and other commercial platforms.
The role will own annual and quarterly revenue targets, develop integrated advertising solutions, build relationships with leading brands and media agencies, and drive business across luxury fashion, beauty, jewellery, watches, automobiles, travel, hospitality and other premium consumer categories. The candidate will lead the sales team, manage the complete sales cycle, oversee revenue forecasting and pipeline performance, and collaborate with editorial, digital, marketing, creative and events teams to maximise commercial opportunities while maintaining Marie Claire’s premium brand positioning.
Luxury market experience and a proven track record in media advertising revenue generation are essential.
Profile Description
- Proven experience in advertising sales, media sales, revenue generation and strategic partnerships.
- Strong track record of achieving revenue targets and managing key brand and agency relationships.
- Demonstrated experience in luxury advertising across fashion, beauty, jewellery, watches, automobiles, travel and hospitality.
- Expertise in integrated 360-degree advertising solutions spanning print, digital, social media, video, branded content, events and IPs.
- Strong capabilities in business development, client acquisition, account management, pitching, negotiations and deal closure.
- Experience in revenue forecasting, budgeting, pipeline management, pricing strategies and sales performance reporting.
- Proven ability to lead, mentor and develop high-performing advertising sales teams.
- Strong understanding of premium media brands, luxury consumers, market trends and the advertising ecosystem.
- Excellent commercial acumen, communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
