Key Account Manager: Strategic Growth Leader in Queenstown

Placements24; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Job summary

WhatJobs Direct is seeking a seasoned Key Account Manager to manage and grow relationships with top clients in Queenstown. The role requires strategic account planning, cross-functional collaboration, and a strong focus on retention and revenue growth.

You will act as the primary liaison, understanding client objectives, demonstrating value, and driving advances with key stakeholders across the client organization.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Key Account Management or strategic sales.
• Proven track record growing large, complex client accounts.
• Executive-level relationship building experience.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Experience with CRM (Salesforce) and account planning tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage and nurture a portfolio of key client accounts as main contact.
• Develop and execute strategic account plans to achieve objectives and revenue growth.
• Build and maintain long-lasting relationships with stakeholders at client organizations.
• Identify opportunities for upselling and cross-selling.
• Ensure client satisfaction through proactive communication and value demonstration.
• Conduct regular business reviews to assess performance and alignment.
• Collaborate with sales, marketing, product, and support teams for seamless service.
• Monitor account health, identify risks, and develop retention strategies.
• Prepare and present status reports to senior management.

Skills

Excellent communication

Negotiation

Presentation

Interpersonal skills

Executive relationship building

Business acumen

Independent & collaborative work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Marketing

Tools

Salesforce

Account planning tools

Job description

WhatJobs Direct is seeking a seasoned Key Account Manager to manage and grow relationships with top clients in Queenstown. The role requires strategic account planning, cross-functional collaboration, and a strong focus on retention and revenue growth.

You will act as the primary liaison, understanding client objectives, demonstrating value, and driving advances with key stakeholders across the client organization.