Junior Sales Account Manager

Network Finance; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Network Finance is seeking an energetic Account Manager to grow and manage key client relationships in Randburg, Gauteng. You will drive account growth, deliver tailored solutions, and ensure high levels of customer satisfaction.

You will collaborate with sales teams to close deals, manage pipelines, and stay ahead of industry trends to identify opportunities for new and expanded business across SMEs and corporate clients.

Qualifications

• Experience in sales, account management, business development, or a customer-facing commercial role.
• Track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.
• Experience dealing with SMEs and corporate clients is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with existing clients to drive retention.
• Identify opportunities to grow accounts and generate new business.
• Manage the sales process from initial engagement to close.
• Work with clients to understand needs and propose suitable solutions.
• Achieve sales targets and performance objectives.
• Support senior Account Managers with client engagements.
• Assist in managing key accounts and ensure prompt resolution of queries.
• Develop and execute strategic account plans to maximize revenue.
• Maintain accurate sales records, forecasts, and pipeline.
• Stay informed on industry trends, products, and competitor activity.

Skills

Relationship building

Communication

Negotiation

Self-motivation

Time management

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Build, maintain, and strengthen relationships with existing clients to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction and retention.


• Identify opportunities to grow existing accounts and generate new business opportunities.


• Manage the sales process from initial engagement through to deal closure.


• Work closely with clients to understand their business needs and provide suitable solutions.


• Achieve and exceed agreed sales targets and performance objectives.


• Support senior Account Managers with account management activities and client engagements.


• Assist in managing key customer accounts and ensuring prompt resolution of client queries.


• Develop and execute strategic account plans to maximize revenue growth.


• Maintain accurate sales records, forecasts, and pipeline activity.


• Stay informed on industry trends, products, services, and competitor activity.

Qualifications & Experience

• Previous experience in sales, account management, business development, or a customer-facing commercial role.


• Demonstrated track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.


• Strong technical aptitude and ability to understand and communicate technical solutions to clients.


• Experience dealing with SMEs and corporate clients will be advantageous.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong relationship-building and networking abilities.


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.


• Commercially minded with strong business acumen.


• Confident presenter and negotiator.


• Ability to identify opportunities and convert them into business results.


• Strong organizational and time-management skills.


• Ability to work independently and take ownership of responsibilities.


• Team-oriented with the ability to support and collaborate with colleagues.


• Leadership potential and a desire to grow into a senior account management role.

Personal Attributes

We are looking for someone who is:

• Energetic, enthusiastic, and results-driven.


• A natural relationship builder with a customer-focused mindset.


• Proactive and self-motivated.


• Professional, confident, and approachable.


• Resilient and able to perform well under pressure.


• Solution-oriented with a positive attitude.


• Comfortable taking initiative and working with minimal supervision.

What Success Looks Like

• Consistently achieving sales and revenue targets.


• Building strong and lasting client relationships.


• Growing existing accounts and securing new business opportunities.


• Delivering exceptional customer service and client satisfaction.


• Supporting the success and productivity of the wider sales team.


• Demonstrating ownership, accountability, and commercial impact.