Senior Account Manager

JR Promotions; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

JR Promotions is seeking a Senior Account Manager in the Johannesburg Metropolitan Area with a hybrid work setup. You will manage key client accounts, serve as main contact, and ensure campaigns are delivered on time, within budget, and to a high standard.

You will develop account plans, coordinate timelines, and collaborate with internal teams and suppliers, while monitoring performance, preparing proposals, and growing accounts. Mentoring and process improvements are also part of the role.

Qualifications

• Strong account management and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience in marketing activations and campaign coordination in fast-paced environments.
• Proven project management abilities, planning, and time management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with presentation and negotiation skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving with data-informed recommendations.
• Proficient in MS Office and digital collaboration platforms.
• Able to work independently and in a hybrid setting.
• Relevant qualification in Marketing, Business, or Communications.
• Experience managing national or regional campaigns with multiple suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Develop account plans and coordinate timelines with internal teams and suppliers.
• Brief and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to deliver campaigns on time and within budget.
• Monitor campaign performance and prepare proposals and reports for clients.
• Manage budgets and resolve client issues proactively.
• Identify opportunities to grow accounts and contribute to strategic planning.
• Mentor junior team members and support process improvements.

Skills

Account management

Client relationships

Stakeholder engagement

Marketing activations

Campaign coordination

Project management

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Negotiation

Data analysis

MS Office

Collaboration tools

Education

Marketing / Business / Communications degree

Tools

MS Office

Collaboration platforms

Job description

Company Description

JR Promotions is a specialist below-the-line marketing and activations company with a national footprint. The organization focuses on delivering high-impact, on-the-ground brand experiences that support clients’ growth and visibility. A strong passion for customer service and building long-term business relationships drives every project. The team is known for meticulous attention to detail and the ability to meet tight deadlines while maintaining exceptional service standards. This culture offers professionals an environment where quality, reliability, and client success are highly valued.

Role Description

The Senior Account Manager is a full-time role based in the Johannesburg Metropolitan Area with a hybrid work arrangement, allowing some work-from-home flexibility. This position is responsible for managing key client accounts, serving as the primary point of contact, and ensuring that below-the-line campaigns and activations are delivered on time, within budget, and to a high standard. Day-to-day tasks include developing account plans, coordinating project timelines, briefing and collaborating with internal teams and suppliers, and monitoring campaign performance. The role involves preparing proposals and reports, managing budgets, resolving client issues proactively, and identifying opportunities to grow accounts. The Senior Account Manager will also contribute to strategic planning, mentor junior team members, and support continuous improvement of processes and service delivery.

Qualifications

• Strong account management, client relationship management, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience in marketing, below-the-line activations, and campaign coordination within a fast-paced environment.
• Project management abilities, including planning, time management, and meeting tight deadlines without compromising quality.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with strong presentation and negotiation capabilities.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret campaign performance and make data-informed recommendations.
• Proficiency in common business and productivity tools (e.g., MS Office or similar) and comfort working with digital collaboration platforms.
• Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a hybrid work setting.
• Relevant qualification in Marketing, Business, Communications, or a related field; substantial account management experience in marketing or promotions is highly beneficial.
• Experience managing national or regional campaigns and working with multiple suppliers and partners is an advantage.