Job Description
Are you a dynamic and customer-focused professional looking to drive regional sales growth? We are seeking a Durban-based Key Accounts Manager to maintain and develop regional sales activities while providing essential support to the sales team. Your role will be key in ensuring excellent service delivery to customers and contributing to overall team success.
In this position, you will also be responsible for always promoting a strong and professional company image
If you're ready to make an impact, apply today!
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Achieve annual regional sales targets and budgets
- Maintain strong relationships with existing customers while actively securing new business opportunities
- Manage all administrative tasks efficiently
- Plan and execute call schedules to ensure high levels of customer service
- Oversee new projects from inception to completion, evaluating success with guidance from the Regional Sales Manager
- Proactively develop and present new innovations to customers
- Communicate effectively and collaborate with managers and factory staff
- Handle customer queries and complaints professionally and efficiently
- Take on additional responsibilities as required, within your skills and capabilities
Minimum Requirements:
Education and Experience:
- Grade 12
- Post graduate qualification an advantage
- A proven track record in sales essential
- At least 2 years hands on experience in an internal/external sales function (having serviced / interfaced with customer base)
- Experience in the Printing and Packaging sector / Technical Sales a definite advantage
- Good knowledge and skill in costing and pricing a distinct advantage
Knowledge and Skills:
- Good telephone manner is essential
- The ability to communicate confidently and effectively with the various stakeholders internally and externally
- Be capable of operating effectively in a diverse team environment
- The ability to perform well under pressure with minimal supervision and be able to meet short deadlines
- Strong organizational and administration skills
