Key Accounts Manager - Steel

Professional Resources Partners Pty Ltd; Durban; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Durban is seeking a Key Accounts Manager for the steel industry. This role demands 5 years of experience in steel trading and effective management of customer relationships. Responsibilities include handling enquiries, providing quotes, and managing selected accounts. The ideal candidate will have a Grade 12 Certificate and a valid driver's license. A diploma in sales is advantageous. Competitive salary offered between R35,000 and R65,000 CTC plus commission.

Qualifications

• 5 years of steel trader experience.
• Valid Drivers’ License is required.

Responsibilities

• Handle all enquiries, quoting and follow-ups.
• Build long-term relationships with key customers.
• Develop knowledge of core products and pricing.
• Manage specific selected accounts.

Skills

Steel trading experience

Customer relationship management

Quoting and follow-up skills

Education

Grade 12 Certificate

Diploma in sales or similar

Job description

Key Accounts Manager - Steel

Location: Kwazulu Natal

Salary: R35 000 – R65 000CTC plus commission

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 Certificate
• Valid Drivers’ License
• A diploma in sales or a similar qualification would be advantageous
• 5 years of steel trader experience.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Handling all enquiries, quoting and follow‑ups.
• Building long‑term relationships with key customers
• Developing knowledge of core products, pricing, suppliers, and rebate structures.
• Managing specific selected accounts
• Awareness of the status of each order (from A-Z) and keeping customers updated on a regular basis right through to dispatch.
• Providing weekly GP reports
• Maintaining best practice with regards to stock control
• Taking full responsibility for unallocated stock associated with specific deals.
• Completing weekly unallocated stock reports
• Quote on enquiries using SA Steel suppliers.
• Arrange logistics along with support staff.