Accounts Manager

Durban - South Africa

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 16 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Accounts Manager - KwaZulu Natal

We have a position open for an Accounts Manager to join our dynamic Sales Team! This position is based in KZN and will report to the Sales Director.

The purpose of the role for the successful candidate will be to -

Ensure that sales targets are achieved.
Be the point of contact between the Company and all customers.
Ensure customers have the right products and services.
Identify opportunities for new customers to increase sales.
Manage team members in the KZN region.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Grade 12 (Matric)
Bachelors degree in Business Administration Marketing Finance Sales or related field

EXPERIENCE:

Minimum of 5 years experience in a similar position preferably in a FMCG environment
Proven track record askey account manager
Customer relationship experience

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

Proficient knowledge and experience in all Microsoft Office applications and CRM software

SKILLS REQUIRED:

Ability to analyse data and sales statistics
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with an aptitude in building relationships with professionals on all levels
Excellent organizational skills
Strong negotiation and leadership skills
Ability to manage multiple key accounts
Strong negotiating skills

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

Client Relationship Management

Establish a trust relationship with all customers
Develop and sustain solid relationships with key customers
Acquire a thorough understanding of key customer needs and requirements
Expand relationships with existing customers by continuously proposing solutions that meet their objectives
Ensure the correct products and services are delivered to customers timeously
Communication between key customers and internal teams
Troubleshoot customers concerns
Develop and implement strategic solutions to achieve key clients long-term goals

Sales

Identify new potential customers and generate sales
Achieve set targets within the agreed time frame
Plan organise and attend customer trade shows when required
Attend customer and marketing events when required
Ensure stock levels at 3rd party are maintained

Reporting

Prepare regular reports of progress and forecasts to internal and external stakeholders.

Employee Management

Employee Recruitment
Onboarding and induction of new employees
Training and development
Employee Relations (Discipline in the workplace)
Performance management
Develop and ensure sales team effectiveness
Employee motivation

Other

Communicate and collaborate with the advertising design marketing sales and logistics departments
Participate and contribute in all activities to achieve sales targets

Required Experience:

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Accounts Manager - KwaZulu NatalWe have a position open for an Accounts Manager to join our dynamic Sales Team! This position is based in KZN and will report to the Sales Director.The purpose of the role for the successful candidate will be to -Ensure that sales targets are achieved.Be the point of ...