Strategic Retail Account Growth Manager

Core Group ZA; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 450,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

Core Group ZA is seeking an experienced Account Manager to grow strategic retail partnerships within the consumer technology and lifestyle products space. You will drive sales growth, account development, retail execution and partner relationships across e-commerce, sporting goods and mass retail channels.

You will work with retail partners and internal teams to develop business plans, maximise opportunities and ensure strong in-store and online execution.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in retail sales, account management or distribution.
• Proven experience managing major retail or e-commerce accounts.
• Experience with national retailers such as Amazon, Takealot, TotalSports, Sportsmans Warehouse is advantageous.
• Experience in consumer electronics, technology, sporting goods or lifestyle products is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop annual account plans and lead quarterly business reviews with assigned customers.
• Drive sell-in and sell-out targets and optimise stock levels across accounts.
• Represent the brand across retail stores and online channels with strong merchandising.
• Collaborate with Product, Sales, Marketing and Finance to develop business plans and opportunities.
• Travel locally and internationally as required to manage partnerships.

Skills

Account management

Relationship building

Negotiation

Sales analytics

Time management

Education

Grade 12

Tertiary education preferred

Job description

Core Group ZA is seeking an experienced Account Manager to grow strategic retail partnerships within the consumer technology and lifestyle products space. You will drive sales growth, account development, retail execution and partner relationships across e-commerce, sporting goods and mass retail channels.

You will work with retail partners and internal teams to develop business plans, maximise opportunities and ensure strong in-store and online execution.