Commercial Manager Time Out

About the Role

ITP Media Group is seeking a Commercial Manager to join their team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time role focuses on driving revenue growth through client relationship management, identifying new business opportunities, and delivering tailored commercial solutions across Time Out Jeddah’s platforms. The position requires 2-5 years of experience and involves close collaboration with internal teams and clients to develop effective campaigns and achieve strong commercial results.

Key Responsibilities

• Source, develop, and maintain a new client base.
• Drive new revenue by establishing relationships with new partners.
• Pitch strategic multi-channel solutions to a variety of partners.
• Utilize features, topics, events, and products to increase and diversify opportunities for new partners.
• Create high-quality presentations to support the sales process.
• Deliver ongoing client service and post-campaign reports.
• Exceed revenue targets through professional pitching and presenting.
• Collaborate with the Commercial Director to ensure client briefs are met and executions align with brand standards and strategy.
• Monitor industry trends and leverage professional contacts, events, and social media to identify new suppliers in the market.

Required Skills and Attributes

• Demonstrated ability in new business development with a proactive approach.
• Results-driven, focused on exceeding revenue targets and delivering solutions.
• Strong understanding of media formats and platforms within the brand stable.
• An existing network within the design sector in Saudi Arabia, the GCC, and globally.
• Strong relationship-building and communication skills.
• Organizational skills.
• Ability to develop and implement creative solutions.
• Capable of working efficiently under pressure and meeting deadlines.

Qualifications and Essential Requirements

• Desire and skills to exceed new business development KPIs.
• Flexibility and a professional approach.
• Adaptability to last-minute and ad-hoc projects.
• High standard of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong interest in developing new skills through training and mentoring.
• Aspiration for career progression within the industry.
• Proficiency in PowerPoint and Excel.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Work Environment and Additional Information

This role is based in Riyadh, with potential for occasional travel. The position may involve ad hoc projects and attendance at events outside of standard working hours as required. The Commercial Manager will also contribute to raising the profile of ITP Media Group.