Sales Director (Digital/Media)

Sales Director, AdTech Platform (KL, Malaysia) - Digital & Media SalesOur client is a prominent player in the digital marketing landscape, known for delivering impactful results for global agencies and leading brands.This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a high-growth, fast-moving environment and is ready to take charge of digital advertising sales efforts in Malaysia.As a Go-To-Market and 1st on the ground hire, you'll be central to shaping strategy and expanding the client base within the market.Key Responsibilities:Drive sales performance focused on in-game digital advertising across the Malaysian market.Contribute to asset development and packaging to create market-ready offerings.Serve as a strategic advisor to clients across channels including social, influencer marketing, programmatic, search, mobile, analytics, and more.Build and lead a motivated and high-performing sales team, helping secure top talent in the market.Develop and execute a revenue growth plan aligned with business objectives.Establish and nurture relationships with senior stakeholders across agencies and brands.Stay ahead of market dynamics and trends across media, marketing, and advertising sectors, both locally and internationally.Champion our client's value proposition, tools, and partnerships, aligning them with commercial growth strategies.Identify new areas of opportunity, including tech solutions for potential investment or collaboration.Provide regular reporting to senior leadership, including detailed business development updates.Represent the organisation at relevant conferences, events, and client meetings including international engagements when needed.QualificationsA Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification.8+ years of sales experience in digital marketing, advertising, or adtech (agency background is a strong plus).A proven track record of success in a commercial or client-facing leadership role.Strong organisational and time management skills, capable of handling multiple prioritiesA collaborative mindset and confidence in managing high-level relationshipsSound interesting? Please apply here with your CV or email sophia@thepeoplestory.com, again with your CV attached.People Story is acting as a Talent Consultancy to this role. Due to the high volume of applicants, it is extremely difficult for us to get back to everyone who applies. If we have not contacted you within 14 days, please assume that your application has not been successful.