Account Manager - Consumer Goods

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary + bonuses tied to增长

Product discounts

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Professional development and careerop

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Account Manager to oversee relationships with key clients in the consumer goods sector, based in Paarl. You will maintain and grow existing business, ensure client satisfaction, and work with retail partners, distributors, and internal teams to guarantee smooth product flow and successful promotions.

The ideal candidate has proven account-management experience, strong negotiation and communication skills, and the ability to analyze sales data to develop

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Account Manager or similar client-facing sales role.
• Strong understanding of the consumer goods industry and its distribution channels.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to analyze sales data and develop strategic account plans.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of client accounts with high levels of service and satisfaction.
• Develop and implement strategies to increase sales volume and market share within existing accounts.
• Be the main contact for client inquiries, issues, and requests, ensuring timely resolution.
• Collaborate with marketing, logistics, and product teams to meet client needs.
• Prepare and present performance reports and sales forecasts to management.

Skills

Account management

Negotiation

Sales forecasting

Communication

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration / Marketing or related field

Tools

CRM software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated and customer-focused Account Manager to oversee relationships with key clients in the consumer goods sector, based in Paarl . This role is vital for maintaining and growing existing business by ensuring client satisfaction, identifying opportunities for increased sales, and serving as the primary point of contact. You will work closely with retail partners, distributors, and internal teams to ensure smooth product flow and successful promotional campaigns. We value individuals who are proactive, possess excellent communication skills, and are committed to building long-term, mutually beneficial partnerships.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of assigned client accounts, ensuring high levels of service and satisfaction.
• Develop and implement strategies to increase sales volume and market share within existing accounts.
• Serve as the main point of contact for client inquiries, issues, and requests, ensuring timely resolution.
• Collaborate with marketing, logistics, and product development teams to meet client needs.
• Prepare and present regular performance reports and sales forecasts to management.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Account Manager or in a similar client-facing sales role.
• Strong understanding of the consumer goods industry and its distribution channels.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to analyze sales data and develop strategic account plans.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with bonus opportunities tied to account growth.
• Access to company perks and product discounts.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression within the company.
• Hybrid work model allowing for flexibility while maintaining strong client and team engagement in Paarl .