ACCOUNT MANAGER - NEW BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT (CAPE TOWN)

University of Fort Hare; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Cape Town seeks an experienced Account Manager to drive sales and maintain client relationships. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Sales or Marketing and at least three years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include promoting products, account management, and ensuring client satisfaction through effective service delivery. A valid driver's license and willingness to travel are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in a sales or business development role.
• Experience in account management ideally within document management or archival services.
• Willingness to travel between client sites as required.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales by promoting and selling company products and services.
• Maintain strong client relationships through effective service delivery.
• Assist with day-to-day account management to enhance customer retention.

Skills

B2B sales experience

Organizational skills

Time management

CRM software proficiency

Education

3-year Degree/Diploma/Higher Diploma in Sales, Marketing, or Retail Management

Postgraduate qualification in Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

2025-07-02 - 2025-08-01

Permanent

NEL012027

Western Cape , CPT - CBD

The Account Manager is responsible for driving sales by promoting and selling company products and services to both new and existing clients. This includes cross-selling and upselling to ensure sales targets and service objectives are met. The role requires maintaining strong client relationships through effective service delivery and assisting with day-to-day account management to enhance customer retention and growth.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS

• A 3-year Degree/Diploma/Higher Diploma in Sales, Marketing, or Retail Management.
• A minimum of 3 years' experience in a sales or business development role, preferably within Information Services, Warehousing, Logistics, or a related industry.
• A postgraduate qualification in Business Administration (advantageous).
• Proven experience in account management, ideally within document management or archival services.
• Strong business-to-business (B2B) sales experience.
• Willingness to travel between client sites as required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM software.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
• Experience with tender documentation preparation.
• A valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle.

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