Account Manager

QE Services (QE Services); Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 30,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Account Manager to join their dynamic team in Cape Town. This role involves developing strategic relationships with clients, enhancing customer satisfaction, and driving sales in the competitive IT and finance sectors. As a key player, you will collaborate with internal teams to align operational and strategic plans while ensuring accurate sales forecasting. If you have a background in marketing and sales within the chemical or distribution industry and are ready to take your career to the next level, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in the chemical or distribution industry focusing on sales.
• Must possess a Matric Certificate or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with customers.
• Drive the closure of long-term sales contracts and ensure accurate sales forecasting.

Skills

Account Management

Marketing and Sales

Customer Service

Customer Relationship Management

Sales Forecasting

Education

Matric Certificate or equivalent

BSc degree in Chemical Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Excel

SAP

Job description

Job Opportunity: Account Manager in Cape Town

My client, based in Cape Town, is currently seeking an experienced Account Manager to join their team on a permanent basis.

Industry

IT / Finance

Responsibilities

1. Develop and maintain strategic, transverse relationships with customers, ensuring alignment with business goals.
2. Enhance customer satisfaction and loyalty.
3. Understand the customer's overall business environment, including competitive landscape, growth strategies, productivity, and profitability.
4. Identify customer needs and pursue opportunities aligned with the commercial strategy, market trends, category, and portfolio.
5. Collaborate with customers and internal teams to develop operational and strategic plans, including targets and budgets.
6. Drive the closure of long-term sales contracts.
7. Ensure accurate sales forecasting.

Experience & Qualifications

• Marketing and sales experience.
• Customer Relationship Management skills.
• Proficiency in Excel (Intermediate level).
• Experience with SAP.
• Must possess a Matric Certificate or equivalent.
• BSc degree or equivalent in fields such as Chemical Engineering.
• 3-5 years of experience in the chemical or distribution industry, focusing on sales and marketing.

Application Process

If you're ready for the next exciting step in your career, please send your updated CV to [Email Address Removed] for review.

Desired Skills

• Account Management
• Marketing and Sales
• Customer Service