Sales Executive Job in SAP Labs India Pvt. Ltd

The finer details...

Typically, in direct marketing you'll work from 9 until 6, Monday to Friday. But to meet tight deadlines, overtime may be necessary. You could also be asked to attend events likeproduct launches or exhibitions outside of working hours.

At the start of your career, it's likely that you'll be mainly office-based - sometimes visiting suppliers,meeting with creative agencies and attending events. With experience, and as your role progresses, you'll probably spend more time on the road visiting clients.

There are lots of different routes to consider. You couldwork for a promotions agency, or for amarketing communications agencythat offers clients a range of services includingsales promotion, direct marketing and advertising. Most of the bigger agencies are based in prominent towns and cities - although rural locations are becoming more popular.

With experience, you'll start to work on larger accounts. You may decide to pursue a promotion to a senior position, such asaccount manageror account director.

Money, money, money

Starting off in direct marketing, your salary would typically be around 18,000 to 21,000 a year depending on your role.

This would rise to 25,000 to 35,000 a year, with more experience. And in senior positions you can command a pay packet from 50,000+. Jobs within London are likely to have higher rates.

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The good points...

Its a highly rewarding job, especially when a campaign is a success - and your bottom line reflects that.

...and the bad

Due to the fast paced nature of marketing, sometimes theworking day will be pressurised.