Job Description

Our client in a Manufacturer and Distributions industry is currently looking for a Junior Key Account Manager, in Cape Town, Western Cape.Responsibilities:

• This will create a learning opportunity for a young career driven person who is seeking to be developed into the role of a Key Account Manager.
• The Planned Role A successful candidate would assist the key account manager in fostering strong customer relationships and delivering value.
• Here are the unique skills that contribute to their effectiveness of the Key Account Manager to whom the successful candidate will be a direct assistant.
• In-Depth Customer Understanding: A KAM must possess a comprehensive understanding of their customers strategy, market position, and organizational structure. This insight allows them to tailor solutions that align with the customers objectives.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Working effectively across teams such as sales, marketing, and technical support is vital for creating comprehensive offerings that meet client needs.
• Leadership Skills: KAMs need strong leadership abilities to guide their teams, ensuring that all members are aligned and working towards the client's goals.
• Strategic Planning and Coordination: Managing complex accounts requires meticulous planning and execution.
• KAMs must analyse outcomes and adapt strategies to ensure success.
• Robust Business Acumen: Understanding how businesses operate and generate revenue helps KAMs provide valuable insights that support clients in achieving their key performance indicators.
• Analytical Mindset: KAMs should have strong analytical skills to develop business cases, navigate data platforms, and present findings effectively to stakeholders.
• Effective Communication: Clear written and verbal communication skills are crucial for keeping clients and stakeholders informed and for delivering impactful presentations.
• Marketing and Promotions: Key account managers are also required to plan regular promotions, marketing events and activities to drive sales.
• They should also be able to analyse what makes a successful promotion.
• These skills enable KAMs to become integral partners in their customers' operations, fostering long-term relationships and driving mutual growth.
• This will create a learning opportunity for a young career driven person who is seeking to be developed into the role of a Key Account Manager.

Requirements:

• The candidate should ideally be based in Cape Town, though monthly travel to Johannesburg would be required.
• A valid drivers licence and ideally some form of successful Tertiary education.
• The long-term role is office based, though the initial work period of three months will include work from home.
• Strong and proven numeracy, Sales and Marketing skills would be an advantage.

Renumeration:

• R36 000 - R40 000 per month.

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