Key Accounts Manager Packaging

Sandicrowther

Job Location:

Durban - South Africa

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 14 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Durban. An excitingsenior-level appointmentis available at a well-established supplier of packaging products to major blue-chip customers. This role is ideal for adynamic analytical and commercially astute leaderwho thrives in a demanding manufacturing environment and is passionate about driving customer success and business growth. A Bachelors Degreeand510 years experiencewithin amanufacturing environmentsecures.

Key Focus of the Role

You will take ownership of strategic customer relationships drive high-level commercial deals and identify opportunities for growth through innovation market insights and effective account management. This role requires a balance ofstrategic thinking relationship management and operational execution.

Key Responsibilities

Build and manage strong relationships with key strategic customers acting as the main point of contact
Drive customer growth through effective account management upselling and new business development
Monitor market trends pricing and customer performance metrics to inform commercial decisions
Manage and grow the sales pipeline promoting innovative packaging solutions
Negotiate and administer contracts including pricing rebates and SLAs
Oversee account performance including forecasting stock debtors and overall profitability
Collaborate cross-functionally on stock management cost-saving initiatives and operational improvements
Conduct regular customer reviews and ensure alignment with business objectives

Requirements

Bachelors Degree (NQF 7)
510 years experience in a demanding manufacturing environment
Minimum 5 years experience in a senior customer management role
Proven track record in key account management and commercial deal-making
Valid drivers licence and own reliable vehicle
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage at all levels
Excellent organisational and time management abilities
Strong analytical problem-solving and negotiation skills
Self-motivated goal-oriented and able to lead and mentor a team
Solid understanding of B2B environments and key customer dynamics
Ability to analyse sales data and translate insights into actionable strategies
Experience within the packaging industry is advantageous

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Durban. An excitingsenior-level appointmentis available at a well-established supplier of packaging products to major blue-chip customers. This role is ideal for adynamic analytical and commercially astute leaderwho thrives in a demanding manufacturing environment and is passionate about driving cus...