Account Executive - Centurion

Placements24; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career growth

Health insurance

Training opportunities

Stable Centurion office environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Centurion is seeking an Account Executive to join our office-based sales team. You will manage a portfolio of existing client accounts, identify growth opportunities, and serve as the primary point of contact to ensure client satisfaction.

The role requires strong CRM proficiency, negotiation and communication skills, and the ability to collaborate with support and operations to deliver value and drive renewals and upsell.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience as an Account Executive or in a similar client-facing sales role.
• Excellent understanding of sales principles and customer relationship management.
• Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in using CRM software and other sales tools.
• Ability to work effectively within an office-based team structure.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow a designated portfolio of client accounts, ensuring retention and identifying upsell/cross-sell opportunities.
• Develop and maintain strong, long-lasting customer relationships through regular communication and engagement.
• Understand client business objectives and demonstrate how our client's solutions can meet their needs.
• Prepare and deliver compelling proposals, presentations, and contract negotiations.
• Collaborate with internal teams (e.g., support, operations) to ensure excellent client service delivery.
• Track account progress, identify potential risks, and develop strategies to mitigate them.

Skills

CRM proficiency

Negotiation skills

Client-facing sales

Communication skills

Office-based teamwork

Tools

CRM software

Sales tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a driven and dedicated Account Executive to join their office-based sales team in Centurion. In this critical role, you will be responsible for managing a portfolio of existing client accounts and identifying opportunities for growth and expansion. You will act as the primary point of contact, building strong relationships and ensuring client satisfaction through exceptional service and strategic account management. This is an ideal position for a sales professional who thrives in a structured, office-based environment and is passionate about delivering value to clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and grow a designated portfolio of client accounts, ensuring retention and identifying upsell/cross-sell opportunities.
• Develop and maintain strong, long-lasting customer relationships through regular communication and engagement.
• Understand client business objectives and demonstrate how our client's solutions can meet their needs.
• Prepare and deliver compelling proposals, presentations, and contract negotiations.
• Collaborate with internal teams (e.g., support, operations) to ensure excellent client service delivery.
• Track account progress, identify potential risks, and develop strategies to mitigate them.

Requirements

• Demonstrable experience as an Account Executive or in a similar client-facing sales role.
• Excellent understanding of sales principles and customer relationship management.
• Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in using CRM software and other sales tools.
• Ability to work effectively within an office-based team structure.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Opportunity for career advancement within a growing organization.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance.
• Professional training and development opportunities.
• A stable and supportive work environment in Centurion.