Career Opportunities
As Africa’s largest and most successful Outdoor Advertising company we rely heavily on high calibre, motivated and inspired staff. If you think you fit the bill you may send your CV through to our HR Manager for consideration once an opportunity arises within the business:
Nalini Govender
Retention Sales Executive
A career opportunity exists for the position of Retention Sales Executive in the Retail Sales Department of Continental Outdoor Media – Head Office - Bryanston
Minimum Requirements
• Matric
• Previous client services liaison experience an added advantage
• A minimum of 3 years sales experience, preferably in the advertising industry
Roles and Responsibilities
• Retain and grow existing business as advised by your Supervisor
• Build and maintain customer relationships by calling and visiting on a regular basis offering excellent after sales service
• Present yourself and behave professionally at all times
• Be on time for appointments and meet deadlines promised to clients or call to pre-empt client calling first if the deadline has not been achieved
• Handle all calls and appointments professionally and efficiently
• Achieve and exceed individual monthly target, thereby contributing to the overall revenue budget of the department
• Complete all contracts and relevant admin timeously
• Ensure all signage is in good condition at all times, as well as reporting any maintenance, accident or construction to the operations department in all areas
• Take responsibility in resolving customer queries and complaints, follow up with client and ensure notes are on file for record purposes
• Return messages and respond to fax and e-mail messages timeously
• Attend weekly sales meetings and workshops, functions and any other company related excursions that may continue after normal business hours
• Keep abreast of product knowledge, competitors and the outdoor advertising industry
• Perform ad hoc duties as and when necessary
• Maintain all company discipline, policies and department standards and retain confidentiality at all times
Attributes and Skills
• Excellent telephone manner and interpersonal skills
• Must be a team player
• Good admin abilities and attention to detail
• Good communication and presentation skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to work in a competitive environment
• Resilient disposition
Reporting: Sales Manager - Retail
Start date: 1 October 2010 or sooner
Closing date for application: Friday, 3 September 2010
Retail Branch Co-ordinator
A career opportunity exists for the position of Retail Branch Co-ordinator in the Retail Operations Division at Robertville, Roodepoort
Qualifications
• Matric
• 3 years supervisory experience of more than 10 staff
• Computer literate – MS Office
• Valid SA driving license
Key Tasks & Responsibilities
Field
• Overseeing all Retail media
• Oversee the correct placement of media
• Oversee maintenance of existing media
• Oversee maintenance of Retail assets
• Control client and resident queries
• Control sub-contractors
• Control scooter driver’s routes
• Liaise with Councils and Pik-it-up regarding assets
Administration
• Managing the Retail Department, staff and admin
• Manage any asset related feedback from Asset Controller
• Manage general office admin reported by Operations Assistant
• Chair weekly Retail staff meetings
Attributes
• Must be a team player
• Must have good people skills
• Good communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Good problem solving ability
• Show initiative
Reporting to: Assistant Operations Manager & National Operations Manager
Start date: 1 October 2010
Closing date for application: Friday, 3 September 2010
Sales Administrator
A career opportunity exists for the position of Sales Administrator in the Outdoor Sales Department of Continental Outdoor Media – Head Office - Bryanston
Minimum Requirements
• Matric
• Previous experience in an administrative environment
• Must be computer literate with strong Excel and PowerPoint skills
Roles and Responsibilities
• Ability to extract information from the database (Compass) e.g. billboard availabilities
• Proposals and options to be recorded within the database system
• Compile PowerPoint presentations. Sales backup must ensure that the pictures are correct and that the spelling and layout of the presentations are in line with Continental Outdoor Media’s corporate image
• Export information from Compass into Excel
• Typing of contracts for the Account Executives
• Assist the department in attending to telephone calls
• Contact clients on behalf of the Account Executives
• Maintain cleanliness of the printing/faxing area
• General filing and distribution of faxes for the Account Executives
• Assist with switchboard duties
• General Secretarial functions
Attributes and Skills
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Excellent telephone manner
• Good communication skills, both oral and written
• Good time-management
• Ability to work under pressure
• Be able to work independently
• Strong organisational and interpersonal skills
• Must be able to multitask
• The ability to learn and apply new skills and knowledge
Reporting: Sales Manager
Start date: 1 October 2010
Closing date for application: Monday, 6 September 2010
Graphic Designer
A career opportunity exists for the position of Graphic Designer - Retail in the Marketing Department of Continental Outdoor Media – Head office - Bryanston
Minimum Requirements
• Design qualification from a recognized institution
• Practical knowledge on Photo Shop, Corel Draw and Free Hand
Roles and Responsibilities
• Scanning
• Photo Retouching and Editing
• Design of Street Furniture artwork for clients
• Re-drawing of client logos
• Preparation of artwork for production
Attributes and Skills
• Good planning and organisational skills
• Ability to work independently
• Must be able to work under pressure and adhere to deadlines
• Capability to be creative
• Must be self-driven
• Must display initiative
Reporting: Marketing Manager
Start date: 1 October 2010
Closing date for application: Monday, 6 September 2010
