Sales & Account Executive

Amadeus; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading travel technology company seeks a dynamic Sales & Account Executive in Johannesburg. The role focuses on acquisition and customer retention, driving business growth, and promoting effective solutions. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of experience, excellent communication skills, and a strong understanding of the travel industry. This position offers a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth in a diverse global environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus and benefits

Flexible working model

Global work environment

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in sales and account management.
• GDS knowledge (Amadeus or other systems) is a strong advantage.
• Travel industry knowledge is a bonus.
• Strong relationship-building skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Flexible and proactive approach to work.
• Willingness to travel regularly.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales growth and strengthen customer relationships.
• Lead the full sales cycle from prospecting to closure.
• Engage with clients to understand their needs.
• Deliver product demonstrations.
• Collaborate with internal teams for customer satisfaction.
• Provide updates on pipeline progress.
• Develop expertise through networking and workshops.

Skills

Sales experience

Account management

Relationship-building

Excellent communication skills

Negotiation skills

GDS knowledge

Job description

Job Title

Sales & Account Executive

Summary Of The Role

We are looking for a dynamic Sales & Account Executive to join our Johannesburg office. The main focus of the role is on acquisition and account retention and development. The Sales & Account Executive is responsible for growing the business within the existing customer base and ensuring the highest level of customer retention through strong customer satisfaction. Understanding customer needs and translating them into effective solutions is essential. The role requires proactively promoting these solutions to add value, build strong customer relationships, and secure long-term partnerships. Additionally, the Sales & Account Executive identifies potential cost‑saving synergies and creates win‑win outcomes through tailored and holistic solutions.

Main Responsibilities

You will play a key role in driving sales growth, strengthening customer relationships, and ensuring the successful delivery of Amadeus products and solutions. Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting Amadeus’ strategic goals and consistently communicating our core value propositions to customers.
• Leading the full sales cycle—from prospecting and qualification to negotiation and deal closure—while meeting or exceeding revenue and profitability targets.
• Engaging with clients through visits and calls to understand their needs and recommend the most suitable Amadeus products and solutions.
• Delivering product demonstrations and ensuring customers fully understand the value of our offerings.
• Collaborating with internal ACO teams to ensure seamless prospect support, smooth onboarding, and high customer satisfaction.
• Maintaining strong knowledge of Amadeus products, industry trends, competitor activity, and pricing to effectively position our solutions.
• Providing regular updates on pipeline progress, lead status, and customer insights for monthly planning and reporting.
• Sharing ongoing feedback on client requirements, market developments, and product enhancement needs.
• Continuously developing professional expertise through workshops, publications, networking, and industry best practices.

Product Operations

• Ensuring timely delivery and implementation of products and solutions for key clients.
• Managing smooth transitions between hunter teams and Customer Support teams.
• Developing a clear understanding of the full product portfolio and tailoring solution recommendations to each customer or prospect.

Sales Support

• Translating client requirements into formal agreements and ensuring accurate documentation.
• Supporting the collection of product and service fees within the department.
• Ensuring all client implementation issues or technical questions are resolved promptly.
• Identifying and developing new business opportunities to expand the customer base.
• Building and nurturing strong relationships across customer organizations and internal teams to drive acquisition, retention, and long‑term account development.

About You

• Minimum 5 years of experience in sales and account management.
• GDS knowledge (Amadeus or other systems) is a strong advantage and highly valued.
• Travel industry knowledge or experience is a bonus.
• Strong relationship‑building skills with the ability to establish trust at multiple levels.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Flexible, proactive, and positive approach to work, including adaptability in working hours.
• Willingness and ability to travel regularly — within South Africa, across the region, and internationally (including Madrid, Nice, and other Amadeus locations).
• Ability to represent Amadeus externally with professionalism and strong commercial presence.

What We Can Offer You

• 🎯 A critical mission and purpose – Power the future of travel with impact.
• 🌍 A truly global DNA – Work in a diverse, international environment.
• 🎓 Great opportunities to learn – Grow through training and collaboration.
• 🤗 A caring environment – Support for your professional and personal well‑being.
• 💰 A complete rewards offer – Competitive salary, bonus, and benefits.
• 🌟 A flexible working model – Work in a way that suits you best.
• 🌈 A diverse, equitable, and inclusive community – Be part of a culture of belonging.
• 📈 A reliable company – Built on trust and long‑term relationships.

Application process

The application process is easy and fast. Create your candidate profile manually or upload your CV/Resumé. Are you the one we’re looking for? Apply now!

Diversity & Inclusion

Amadeus aspires to be a leader in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the tech industry, enabling every employee to reach their full potential by fostering a culture of belonging and fair treatment, attracting the best talent from all backgrounds, and as a role model for an inclusive employee experience.

Amadeus is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation,age, beliefs, disability or any other characteristics protected by law.