Account Manager Fats & Oils Industry

The Legends Agency; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agency in the fats & oils sector is seeking a Junior Account Manager in Johannesburg. The role requires at least 5 years of sales experience, strong negotiation skills, and a passion for customer service. You will drive revenue growth, manage key accounts, and participate in strategic negotiations. This position offers competitive salary and opportunities for growth within a dynamic team.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of sales & marketing experience in the airline or fats & oils industry.
• Proven B2B sales experience in the fats & oils sector.
• Strong negotiation and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive revenue and volume growth in the Inland region.
• Manage and grow existing key accounts.
• Negotiate B2B contracts.

Skills

Sales and marketing experience

B2B sales experience

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Customer service

Tools

PowerPoint

MS Word

Excel

Job description

About the job Account Manager Fats & Oils Industry

Junior Account Manager Fats & Oils Industry | Johannesburg, South Africa

Are you a dynamic sales professional with experience in the fats and oils industry? Do you thrive in a fast-paced B2B environment, building strong client relationships and driving revenue growth? If so, we want YOU to join our team as a Junior Account Manager!

Responsibilities:

• Sales & Business Development Drive revenue and volume growth in the Inland region, identify new sales opportunities, and expand revenue streams.
• Key Account Management Manage and grow existing key accounts, ensuring excellent customer satisfaction and loyalty.
• Market Expansion Service distributors, food service, and manufacturing segments, identifying business opportunities.
• Strategic Negotiation Negotiate B2B contracts, analyze competitors, and recommend pricing strategies for profitable business flows.
• Marketing & Promotions Mobilize trade shows, marketing initiatives, and promotional campaigns to enhance brand presence.
• Forecast & Logistics Coordination Work closely with logistics for accurate forecasting and pallet management.
• Reporting & Market Intelligence Gather, analyze, and present market insights to inform strategic decision-making.

Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years of sales & marketing experience in the airline or fats & oils industry
• Proven B2B sales experience in the fats & oils sector
• Strong negotiation and analytical skills
• Proficiency in PowerPoint, MS Word, and Excel
• Ability to adapt quickly to market changes and seize new opportunities
• Passion for customer service, teamwork, and results-driven sales

Success Metrics:

• Achieving revenue and volume targets
• Building and maintaining strong customer relationships
• Providing accurate and timely market intelligence reports
• Supporting and collaborating with the team to drive business success
• Be part of a leading company in the fats & oils industry
• Work with a dynamic and passionate team
• Drive growth in a competitive B2B market
• Competitive salary and growth opportunities