National Account Manager - On Trade Groups (Inland)

Diageo; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the consumer products industry seeks a National Group Account Manager. You will drive sales and market share by managing key customer accounts effectively while developing strong relationships. Ideal candidates will possess a degree, strong negotiation skills, and a minimum of five years in sales, preferably within the liquor sector.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years sales experience; 2 years Key Account experience in liquor industry.
• Valid driver’s license and proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Proven track record managing sizable portfolios.

Responsibilities

• Manage selected Key and Group accounts to achieve sales targets.
• Develop relationships and understand customer requirements.
• Analyze business information and coordinate account communication.

Skills

Negotiation

Commercial business acumen

Relationship management

Problem-solving

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification (National Diploma/Degree)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Description :

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

The main objective of the National Group Account Manager is to manage selected Key and Group account customers to achieve designated sales targets through the implementation of appropriate and aligned business strategies for these accounts.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and nurture trusting relationships within a portfolio of customers by continuously proposing identified solutions that meet with their objectives.
• Acquire a thorough understanding of the customers’ requirements and business model.
• Activating distinctively in the right On- Premise outlets engaging the right consumers whilst being a protagonist of consumer experiences and brand building.
• Playing an integral role in driving increased sales and market share within each account.
• Identify opportunities for growth through regular customer interaction, feedback and progress updates against set targets and objectives.
• Serve as the single point of contact to coordinate interaction and communication with the account.
• Analyze and interpret business information including legal parameters and governance requirements.
• Account Planning, budget management and ROI.
• Achievement of set business targets.

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Relevant tertiary qualification i.e. National Diploma/Degree is essential for this role

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• The role requires minimum 5 sales experience, 2 years Key Account experience preferably in liquor industry.
• Successful track record in relationship management.
• Proven track record with sizable portfolio.
• Valid driver’s license, proficient computer literacy (Microsoft Office suite), industry and product sales knowledge, above average commercial business acumen and strong negotiation skills.
• The National Key Account Manager is required to display and use skills such as self-motivation, a drive for results, excellent peer relationships, customer centricity, positive mindset & problem-solving and agility.
• Strong value system driven by integrity, honesty and work ethic.

Diversity statement:

Our purpose is to celebrate life, every day, everywhere. And creating an inclusive culture, where everyone feels valued and that they can belong, is a crucial part of this.

We embrace diversity in the broadest possible sense. This means that you’ll be welcomed and celebrated for who you are just by being you. You’ll be part of and help build and champion an inclusive culture that celebrates people of different gender, ethnicity, ability, age, sexual orientation, social class, educational backgrounds, experiences, mindsets, and more.

Ourambitionistocreatethebestperforming,mosttrustedandrespectedconsumer products companies in the world. Join us and help transform our business as we take our brands to the next level and build new ones as part of shaping the next generation of celebrations for consumers around the world.

Feel inspired? Then this may be the opportunity for you.

Worker Type :

Regular

Primary Location:

Waterfall

Additional Locations :

Job Posting Start Date :

2025-06-06