Territory Account Manager — Drive Growth & Retention

Placements24; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with incentives

Company vehicle and fuel allowance

Medical aid and provident fund

Professional development and training

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Account Manager to drive sales growth and nurture client loyalty in the Tembisa/Gauteng region. You will manage a portfolio of existing accounts, identify upsell opportunities, and build strong relationships with diverse businesses.

You should have 3–5 years in account management or sales, excellent communication and negotiation skills, and a solid understanding of CRM systems. A valid driver’s license and willingness to travel are required.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years in account management or similar sales role.
• Proven track record of hitting sales targets and fostering relationships.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Good command of sales processes and CRM systems.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel within the area.
• Relevant tertiary qualification in business/marketing or related field is advantageous.
• Ability to articulate value propositions clearly.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of existing client accounts with high retention.
• Identify and pursue new sales opportunities within territory and client base.
• Develop and implement sales strategies to meet revenue targets.
• Conduct regular client meetings to understand evolving needs and offer tailored solutions.
• Prepare and deliver compelling sales presentations and proposals.
• Negotiate contract renewals and new sales agreements.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless service delivery.
• Provide accurate sales forecasts and performance reports to management.

Skills

Relationship building

Negotiation

Communication

CRM systems

Sales forecasting

Time management

Full driving license

Willingness to travel

Independence

Education

Business/Marketing degree

Tools

CRM systems

Salesforce

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Account Manager to drive sales growth and nurture client loyalty in the Tembisa/Gauteng region. You will manage a portfolio of existing accounts, identify upsell opportunities, and build strong relationships with diverse businesses.

You should have 3–5 years in account management or sales, excellent communication and negotiation skills, and a solid understanding of CRM systems. A valid driver’s license and willingness to travel are required.