Junior Key Accounts Executive Travel Industry

Innovation Advance; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading travel solutions provider in Cape Town is seeking a Junior Key Accounts Executive to manage strategic client relationships in the corporate and government sectors. This role involves client retention, business expansion, and delivering exceptional travel program management, requiring strong relationship management skills and experience in corporate account management.

Qualifications

• Strong relationship management and negotiation skills.
• Experience in corporate account management, specifically in the travel industry.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to generate strategic client reports.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain multi-level relationships with travel bookers and stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities for revenue growth and enhance service offerings.
• Conduct meetings and client reviews to ensure objectives are met.

Skills

Relationship Management

Negotiation Skills

Analytical Mindset

Education

Experience in Corporate Account Management

Travel Industry Experience

Job description

Do you thrive on building strong relationships and driving strategic success? A leading travel solutions provider is looking for a Junior Key Accounts Executive to join their team in Cape Town.

As a Junior Key Accounts Executive, you will play a pivotal role in managing strategic client relationships within the corporate and government sectors. Reporting to senior management, you will be responsible for client retention, business expansion, and delivering exceptional travel program management.

Key Responsibilities
Client Relationship Management – Develop and maintain multi-level relationships with travel bookers, procurement teams, and senior stakeholders.
Strategic Account Growth – Identify opportunities for revenue growth and enhance travel service offerings.
Action Plan Implementation – Conduct scheduled meetings, workshops, and bi-annual client reviews, ensuring client objectives are met.
Internal Collaboration – Work closely with operations and finance teams to streamline travel processes and optimize efficiency.
Sales & Expansion – Maximize business opportunities by promoting value-added services, such as Forex solutions and online check-in tools.

What We’re Looking For
Strong relationship management and negotiation skills
Experience in corporate account management, in the travel industry
Analytical mindset with the ability to generate strategic client reports
Ability to work proactively and independently within a dynamic environment