Strategic Key Account Manager – Hybrid Growth

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Performance-based bonus

Medical and dental insurance

Retirement savings plan

Generous annual leave

Car allowance and travel reimbursement

Hybrid work model

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Key Account Manager to oversee and grow relationships with our flagship clients in Vereeniging, Gauteng. The role blends in-office strategic planning with client-facing activities, with flexibility for remote engagement where appropriate.

You will develop strategic account plans, manage renewals, and identify upsell opportunities while ensuring service excellence and revenue growth across the Gauteng region.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Key Account Management, Sales, or a related client-facing role.
• Proven track record of managing and growing large, strategic accounts.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
• Proficiency with CRM software and data-driven account management.
• Experience in Gauteng business environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic account plans for key clients in Vereeniging to drive growth and retention.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned key accounts.
• Understand clients' objectives and needs, and align solutions accordingly.
• Identify opportunities for upselling and cross-selling within existing accounts.
• Negotiate and renew contracts on favorable terms.
• Conduct regular business reviews to assess satisfaction and identify improvements.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless delivery of services.
• Monitor account health and address issues or risks proactively.
• Achieve revenue targets and high client satisfaction metrics.
• Provide market insights to product and sales teams regarding client needs in Gauteng.
• Represent the company with professionalism in all client interactions.

Skills

Key Account Management

Negotiation

Client relationship building

Strategic planning

Sales

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Marketing

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Key Account Manager to oversee and grow relationships with our flagship clients in Vereeniging, Gauteng. The role blends in-office strategic planning with client-facing activities, with flexibility for remote engagement where appropriate.

You will develop strategic account plans, manage renewals, and identify upsell opportunities while ensuring service excellence and revenue growth across the Gauteng region.