Strategic Key Account Manager – Durban (SA)

Unilever; Brakpan; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global consumer goods company seeks a Key Account Manager in Durban to drive profitable growth through strategic customer partnerships. The role involves business planning, negotiation, and executing strategies to ensure category success. Applicants should hold a relevant Bachelor's degree and 2-3 years of experience in Key Account Management. Ideal candidates will possess strong selling, negotiation, and analytical skills, and be proficient in MS Office. This role requires full-time, on-site attendance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 to 3 years Key Account Management / Category experience.
• Customer Marketing or Trade Category Management is beneficial.
• Management of customer Profit and Loss specific to category.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strategic relationships with Customers.
• Develop and implement business plans with customers.
• Achieve volume, value and profitability targets.

Skills

Selling Skills

Negotiation

Commercial Acumen

Leadership

Analytical

Communication

Collaboration

Decision Making

MS Office Proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Business degree (advantageous)

Job description

A leading global consumer goods company seeks a Key Account Manager in Durban to drive profitable growth through strategic customer partnerships. The role involves business planning, negotiation, and executing strategies to ensure category success. Applicants should hold a relevant Bachelor's degree and 2-3 years of experience in Key Account Management. Ideal candidates will possess strong selling, negotiation, and analytical skills, and be proficient in MS Office. This role requires full-time, on-site attendance.