Strategic Key Account Manager – Durban

Unilever Brazil; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A global consumer goods company is seeking a Key Account Manager in Durban. This role focuses on driving profitable growth through strategic customer partnerships and executing joint business plans. Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree and have 2-3 years of experience in Key Account Management. Skills in negotiation, relationship management, and data analysis are essential. This full-time position offers an opportunity to significantly impact business growth while working in a diverse and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 to 3 years Key Account Management / Category experience.
• Customer Marketing or Trade Category Management is beneficial.
• Experience in dealing with customer strategy and business planning execution.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strategic relationships with Customers.
• Drive category growth through assortment optimization and pricing strategies.
• Achieve volume, value and profitability targets.

Skills

Selling Skills

Negotiation and influencing Skills

Commercial Acumen

Leadership

Analytical

Good Communication and relationship building skills

Collaboration and Teamwork

Decision Making

Proficiency in MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Job description

A global consumer goods company is seeking a Key Account Manager in Durban. This role focuses on driving profitable growth through strategic customer partnerships and executing joint business plans. Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree and have 2-3 years of experience in Key Account Management. Skills in negotiation, relationship management, and data analysis are essential. This full-time position offers an opportunity to significantly impact business growth while working in a diverse and inclusive environment.