Account Manager-Public and Corporate

Pro Tem; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in Durban seeks an experienced Account Manager to oversee public and corporate accounts. This full-time hybrid role requires excellent sales skills, a strong understanding of the ICT sector, and over 10 years of relevant sales experience. The successful candidate will drive new business, maintain customer relationships, and work collaboratively with technical teams. A Matric Certificate is essential, along with a valid driver's license and own transport.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years experience working in similar industries and market segment.
• Must have proof of working for a similar organization for more than 3 years and achieving sales targets.
• Valid Driver’s License & own transport.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities.
• Meet sales targets and build customer relationships.
• Collaborate with marketing and technical teams to provide solutions.

Skills

Excellent communication and negotiation skills

Proven experience in a senior sales role

Strong understanding of the ICT industry and emerging trends

Ability to build and maintain customer relationships

Excellent organizational and time-management skills

Education

Matric Certificate

Bachelor's degree in business administration, Marketing, or a related field

Job description

My client is looking for a Account Manager - Public and Corporate. the position is based in Kwa Zulu Natal, Durban

• The Role
  This is a full-time hybrid role as a Sales Executive for Public as well as Corporate Accounts in Durban, with flexibility for some remote work.
• The Sales Executive will be responsible for identifying and
  pursuing new business opportunities, meeting sales targets, building and maintaining customer relationships, and
  preparing reports and sales presentations.
• The Sales Executive will also collaborate with the marketing and
  technical teams to provide customer-focused solutions.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Required Skills, Experience and Qualifications
Matric Certificate (essential)
Excellent communication and negotiation skills
Proven experience in a senior sales role
Strong understanding of the ICT industry and emerging trends
Experience working in similar industries and market segment for more than 10 years
Previous experience in offering similar solutions and service in the specific segment
Ability to build and maintain customer relationships
Ability to work independently and remotely
Products knowledge and sales skills relating to product offering a must
Proof of working for a similar organization for more than 3 years continuously and achieving sales targets
Must be able to position solutions and services to customers on your own
Excellent organizational and time-management skills
Good understanding of market research techniques, data analysis, and sales performance metrics
Bachelor's degree in business administration, Marketing, or a related field a plus.
Valid Driver’s License & own transport
Be comfortable working in a remote setting