Graduate Key Accounts Assistant - Cape Town

University of Fort Hare; Milnerton; On-site; ZAR 240 000 - 360 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in gifting and stationery is seeking a confident Graduate Key Accounts Assistant in Cape Town. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for a detail-oriented individual with strong Excel skills to support the Key Accounts team. Responsibilities include administrative support, customer meeting setup, and managing product queries. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of working experience.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years working experience.
• Strong Excel and general computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide admin support to the Key Accounts Manager and team.
• Prepare spreadsheets and support expense claim processes.
• Handle product queries and general correspondence.

Skills

Excel

Communication

Time Management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Graduate Key Accounts Assistant - Cape Town

2025-05-14 - 2025-06-13

DUR003360

Sales and Marketing

Montague Gardens, Cape Town. An excellent opportunity exists for a confident, customer-focused Graduate with good Excel and administrative skills to join the Key Accounts team of a well-established national supplier of on-trend gifting and stationery products to major retail chains.
If you’re an organised and detail-oriented Graduate with at least 2 years working experience looking to grow in a Key Accounts environment, this role is the perfect platform to kick-start your career.

Responsibilities:

• Provide admin support to the Key Accounts Manager and team
• Set up for customer meetings
• Order and control product samples for tradeshows and presentations
• Handle product queries and general correspondence
• Type and distribute meeting minutes, deal sheets, and allocations
• Prepare spreadsheets and support expense claim processes
• Update new store openings and liaise with the Advertising Agency

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• At least 2 years working experience
• Strong Excel and general computer skills
• Own transport and valid driver’s licence (trade visits required)
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
• Excellent time management and attention to detail
• Good with figures and understanding of merchandising principles

This is a fantastic opportunity for a self-motivated graduate ready to contribute, learn, and grow in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.