Strategic Key Account Manager for SPAR Growth

Red Bull; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Red Bull South Africa (PTY) LTD. is seeking a Key Account Manager to drive growth with SPAR across national and regional channels. You will own customer strategy, pricing, and in-store execution while building strong partnerships and identifying new revenue opportunities with SPAR’s diverse retail network.

The role requires 2–3 years in KAM, strong commercial acumen, and the ability to translate strategic plans into measurable outcomes. English fluency is essential; SAP/BI familiarity is a plus.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years professional experience as a Key Account Manager.
• Experience managing budgets and investment buckets.
• Cross-functional experience in Trade/Consumer Marketing/Field Sales is a plus.
• Strong commercial acumen and understanding of sales processes.
• Fluency in English; other languages are an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of Red Bull’s SPAR commercial strategy.
• Develop and execute medium- to long-term customer strategies for SPAR.
• Implement pricing strategies aligned with company mandates.
• Translate strategies into in-market execution with regional teams and store partners.
• Develop and execute promotional plans to grow market share and ROI.
• Identify opportunities through localised regional plans and franchise groups.
• Collaborate with SPAR stakeholders to develop joint business plans.

Skills

Key account management

Budget management

Analytical thinking

Presentation skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

University degree

Tools

SAP

BI

Job description

Red Bull South Africa (PTY) LTD. is seeking a Key Account Manager to drive growth with SPAR across national and regional channels. You will own customer strategy, pricing, and in-store execution while building strong partnerships and identifying new revenue opportunities with SPAR’s diverse retail network.

The role requires 2–3 years in KAM, strong commercial acumen, and the ability to translate strategic plans into measurable outcomes. English fluency is essential; SAP/BI familiarity is a plus.