Inside Sales Account Manager(Gauteng)

Hilti (Canada) Corporation; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A global construction company is looking for an energetic Inhouse Account Manager in Johannesburg, South Africa. The role involves serving clients and generating sales through effective communication and strong product knowledge. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Business Management or Marketing, along with customer service and sales experience. The company values teamwork and offers extensive growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years working in a similar environment.
• Previous/current sales experience preferred.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Influence and serve all Hilti customers including internal team members.
• Generate incremental, profitable sales through outbound calls and emails.
• Provide strong knowledge of Hilti products and services to customers.

Skills

Customer service skills

Sales experience

Communication skills

Team player

Influencing skills

Education

Degree / Diploma in Business Management / Marketing

Job description

Role Overview:

We are looking for an energetic and motivated individual, who have a passion for customers, to join our Inhouse Account Manager team! This is a “bench role” which exists for the purpose of talent pipeline creation to address our future hiring needs as they become active.

Role Responsibilities:

An Inhouse Account Manager will influence and serve all Hilti customers, including internal team members and Account Managers who have direct relationships with the Hilti customer experience. The role has a direct influence on the organization’s strategy for sustainable account development. This position is responsible for generating incremental, profitable sales to assigned account base through outbound sales calls, email communications and individual meetings.

The Inhouse Account Manager will provide appropriate service and strong knowledge of Hilti products, services, and software to customers, ensuring the successful achievement of company objectives and growth within the scope of the assigned account base.

What You Need Is:

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Degree / Diploma in Business Management / Marketing (preferred).
• Min. 2-3 years working in a similar environment. Previous/current sales experience preferred.
• Previous/Current customer service experience preferred.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Drive to develop strong and sustainable customer relationships.
• Strong team player and influencer.
• Enthusiastic about hands‑on training and workshop exercises.
• Willingness to go the extra mile.

Why You Should Apply:

Year upon year we are recognized as one of the top “Great Place to Work” employers globally. When you meet us you'll understand why. We have a diverse team of different backgrounds and experiences - success at Hilti is down to teamwork and ability.

What We Offer:

Show us what you’re made of, and we’ll offer you opportunities to move around the business – to work abroad, experience different job functions, and tackle different markets. It’s a great way to find the right match for your ambitions and achieve the exciting career you’re after.