Content Sales Manager - PowerDrift at CarDekho Group (Mumbai / Pune / Bangalore)

About PowerDrift and CarDekho Group

PowerDrift operates as India's leading automotive lifestyle content platform, combining deep automotive enthusiasm with cutting-edge filmmaking and media production. As part of CarDekho Group—the country's largest digital automotive solutions provider with a presence in over 30 countries and a Unicorn status since 2021—the brand delivers innovative and large-scale content solutions, servicing over 80 OEM clients with award-winning media projects across formats like branded films, TV commercials, and outdoor campaigns.

Role Overview

The Content Sales Manager will play a crucial role in expanding PowerDrift's branded content footprint by pitching and closing creative content collaborations with automotive original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and media/digital agencies. The position demands a dynamic, creative, and target-oriented professional who can manage end-to-end sales processes and foster strong industry partnerships.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and present proposals for creative content campaigns, including videos, reels, influencer integrations, and other branded content formats targeting automotive OEMs and media agencies.
• Build and nurture robust relationships with brand managers, marketing executives, and agency stakeholders.
• Precisely interpret client requirements to design customized content solutions that meet strategic business goals.
• Work collaboratively with internal teams such as creative, production, and strategy to ensure impactful campaign execution.
• Oversee the entire sales cycle from prospecting and pitching through negotiation and deal closure.
• Maintain a strong sales pipeline and consistently meet or exceed monthly and quarterly sales targets.
• Identify and pursue new business avenues to foster revenue growth through strategic alliances.

Candidate Requirements

• Between 4 to 9 years of professional experience in Content Sales, Brand Solutions, Media Sales, Advertising Sales, or Integrated Marketing Solutions.
• In-depth knowledge of branded content creation, influencer marketing, and digital media platforms including YouTube and Instagram.
• Outstanding communication, presentation, relationship management, and negotiation abilities.
• Experience dealing with advertising, media, or digital agencies, or automotive OEM clients is advantageous.
• Genuine passion for automotive content along with familiarity with the automotive industry landscape preferred.
• Willingness and ability to travel across multiple cities for client engagements.

Why Join PowerDrift?

• Be a part of one of India’s most prominent and respected automotive content and media entities.
• Collaborate with leading automotive brands and OEMs nationwide.
• Lead groundbreaking branded content and storytelling ventures at scale.
• Gain significant visibility, ownership, and avenues for career advancement.
• Work alongside a passionate team comprising creators, storytellers, and automotive aficionados.