877 Account Manager jobs in Johannesburg

DUTIES INCLUDE (but is not limited to) :

• Focus on presenting, negotiating, and selling innovative brand-building solutions to various clients.Â
• Identify opportunities and achieve monthly sales targets.Â
• Understanding the need of the clients by being a strategic partner.Â
• Reveal to clients how you can bring their brands to life with creative solutions.Â
• Taking ownership of existing Accounts whilst bringing in new business.Â
• Focus on the development of lasting relationships with clients and stakeholders and act as a Brand Ambassador of the company.Â

REQUIREMENTS

BENEFITSÂ

Job Responsibilities :

Cultivate and manage client relationships, working closely with senior executives and key account managers.

Translate high-level marketing strategies into actionable campaign execution plans.

Act as the liaison between the senior executive team and the operational execution team, ensuring seamless collaboration.

Effectively manage project timelines and oversee the execution of campaigns to meet deadlines.

Deliver insightful campaign results and feedback to clients, ensuring their goals are met.

Strategically optimize campaign performance and communicate optimization requirements to the operations team.

Review and approve all creative work, including emailers, funnels, and copy, to ensure they drive prospect and consumer engagement.

Qualifications and Experience :

3-5 years of account management experience within a marketing agency.

Age range : 32-45 years old.

Proven background in a marketing agency environment.

Proficiency in digital automation tools like Zapier or HubSpot. (not a deciding requirement)

Demonstrated ability to maintain a calm disposition and build cohesive teams.

Strong process-oriented mindset for establishing operational flow within the business.

Tools Proficiency :

Proficiency in a range of campaign and business process tools, automation tools, and social media reporting tools.

Experience with Business Manager META and other relevant software.

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.

Time left to apply: End Date: August 29, 2025 (18 days left to apply)

Job Requisition ID: R103113

Account Manager

Job Description:

The Account Manager’s core purpose is to generate new business and grow existing clients through innovative solution offerings.

Johannesburg - Adcorp Place

Permanent

Minimum Experience:

• At least 2-3 years or more sales experience
• Must have technical experience in Training & Development space
• Must have own vehicle

Minimum Qualification:

• Degree or Diploma or equivalent with sales and/or marketing/management/SDF

N/A

Client Development and Validation:

• Identify and validate selected client opportunities
• Collaborate with stakeholders to provide solutions aligned with client needs
• Develop and present proposals in line with corporate identity
• Ensure client understanding and obtain sign-off

Finance:

• Negotiate business terms and formalize in SLA
• Coordinate invoicing and client account setup
• Escalate payment deviations

Customer Service:

• Brief operational teams and ensure timely reports
• Manage client relationships and delivery challenges

Administration:

• Update sales pipeline and CRM regularly
• Prepare sales reports

Post-sales Stakeholder Management:

• Build ongoing relationships and identify new opportunities

Financial:

• Achieve sales targets and ensure profitability

Marketing:

• Research industry trends and network at conferences

Additional notes about application process and company information are included but should be concise and focused on the role.

SUMMARY : POSITION INFO :

As an Account Manager, you’ll play a key role in driving the growth and success of enterprise sales by delivering tailored solutions that combine hardware, software, professional services, and system integration. This role is ideal for a dynamic, tech-savvy sales professional with a passion for solution selling, strong customer engagement skills, and a track record of closing complex deals. You’ll be responsible for managing existing accounts and driving new business opportunities, while building trusted relationships at senior and middle management levels.

Key Responsibilities :

Engage with enterprise clients to assess business needs and recommend suitable mobile technology solutions

Conduct detailed sales analyses, including warehouse walkthroughs and route rides, to uncover operational inefficiencies

Prepare ROI documentation to communicate the value and financial benefits of proposed solutions

Develop and respond to proposals and RFPs across various industries

Plan and tailor solution configurations to meet specific customer requirements

Prepare and deliver compelling sales presentations to customers and prospects

Secure and renew orders, manage delivery expectations, and provide ETAs

Promote and sell the full portfolio of offerings including hardware, software, professional services, and integration services

Prospect and develop new enterprise-level sales opportunities

Create detailed costing models to determine optimal pricing strategies

Consistently meet or exceed monthly and annual sales and gross profit targets

Requirements :

Matric / Grade 12 (minimum requirement)

5+ years of B2B sales experience within the IT or enterprise solutions environment

Proven ability to plan, prioritise, and manage sales pipelines and accounts

Strong experience presenting complex solutions to executive-level stakeholders

Valid driver’s license and access to reliable transport

Proficiency in standard office and sales-related software applications

Job title : Account Manager

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Overview

Responsibilities

The Account Manager will be responsible for :

Project & Campaign Management

Financial Oversight

Qualifications

At Infobip, we dream big. We value creativity, persistence, and innovation, passionately believing that it is through teamwork that we can all reach greater heights.

Since , we have been innovating at the edge of technological possibilities and are now shaping global communications of the future. Through + offices on six continents, Infobip’s platform is used by almost % of the population, making it the largest network of its kind and the only full-stack cloud communication platform globally.

Join us on our mission to create life-changing interactions between humans and online services with new and unseen solutions.

More About What You’ll Be Doing

• Build and maintain trusted relationship with assigned (Tier) clients to achieve overall customer health and growth (regular meetings, share Infobip strategy and roadmap, help position Infobip against competitors).
• Serve as a focal point for client when it comes to meeting client’s business and technical expectations (technical escalations, services / product adoption, communicate customer feedback and ideas to Product teams). Coordinate different teams in order to best serve customer.
• Understand client’s structure and processes around choosing / implementing new solutions.
• Meet and exceed quarterly KPIs, to ensure overall business growth for assigned clients (gross profit, margin% and cross-sells as the most important metrics).
• Work closely with Customer Success for existing and future SaaS business.
• In cooperation with CPaaS Registrations, ensure client's account is properly set-up / collaborate with Platform Operations teams to arrange setup which enables client's activities based on agreed business scope (account creation and set-up, route management, sender registration, allowed content filtration setup and maintenance).
• In cooperation with Revenue Assurance, monitor and take actions to minimize health risks (actively involve ensuring financial collections and netting).
• Analyze and forecast client's traffic, take immediate reactions to ensure ongoing business growth, minimize losses, and maximize GP / revenue.

What You Bring To The Table

• Industry experience highly preferred, understanding of SaaS and CPaaS solutions.
• Prior experience working with Revenue Assurance, Purchasing, and technical teams.
• Full cycle sales experience.
• Strong experience in Account Management - building and maintaining relationships.
• Product knowledge and / or knowledge of our competitors.
• Ability to interact with all levels of the organization.
• Team player with strong interpersonal / communication skills.

When you become a part of Infobip you can expect :

• Awesome clients – We serve and partner with the majority of the leading mobile operators, OTTs, brands, banks, social networks, aggregators and many more. Seriously, our clients are really cool. Work with the world’s leading companies and impact how they communicate with their users!
• Opportunity knocks. Often. – Being a part of a growing company in a growing industry – we challenge you not to grow! Whether it’s horizontal, vertical, or angular, we want to support the path that you want to carve.
• Learn as you grow – Starting with a fantastic onboarding program, to internal education, education resources, e-learning to external educations, we invest heavily in employee learning and development.
• Connect globally – Work with people from all over the world. We put the “global” in globalization.
• Pay & Perks – Competitive salary, a team taking care of all the equipment you need, team building and other organized activities .

Account Manager • Johannesburg, South Africa

Key Responsibilities : Drive sales growth by managing a portfolio of key accounts within the packaging value chain.Develop and execute strategic sales plans aligned with market needs and company objectives.Identify new business opportunities through proactive market engagement and lead generation.Collaborate with internal teams to ensure clients receive tailored, innovative packaging solutions.Maintain sales records, forecasts, and reports while staying focused on exceeding targets.Requirements : 35 years of experience in a B2B sales role, ideally in packaging, manufacturing, or FMCG.Excellent communication and negotiation skills with a customer-obsessed mindset.Strong technical understanding of packaging solutions and supply chain dynamics.Self-starter with strong time management skills and a drive to succeed in a fast-paced environment.Join a purpose-driven team focused on delivering value, innovation, and sustainability to clients across industries.

This is your chance to work alongside committed professionals who value collaboration, impact, and meaningful growth.

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About the agency

Machine_ is a TTL creative solutions agency represented across Cape Town and Johannesburg and is home toover 100 adventurous minds. At Machine_ we don’t believe that intuition and gut feel are enough. That’s why everything we do starts with an insight. Our team of experts uses these insights to create impactful and accountable solutions that touch consumers at every point in their connected world.

Company Description

About the agency

Machine_ is a TTL creative solutions agency represented across Cape Town and Johannesburg and is home toover 100 adventurous minds. At Machine_ we don’t believe that intuition and gut feel are enough. That’s why everything we do starts with an insight. Our team of experts uses these insights to create impactful and accountable solutions that touch consumers at every point in their connected world.

Machine_ is part of Publicis Groupe, one of the fastest-growing global networks.

Machine’s mantra of being Never Afraid, underpins our values of; doing the right thing, being curious, solution orientated and at its core truly caring about the work, our clients and our people. Living this mantra daily helps grow our clients’ businesses and these are the values we look for when recruiting new talent. The right personality is just as important as the right experience - so we are likely to be very picky when choosing the right candidate. We’re here to work hard and have fun while doing it.

Overview

As an Account Manager, you’ll be the key link between our clients and our creative teams. You will lead day-to-day client communications, manage campaign delivery, and ensure the creative output aligns with client expectations and business objectives. You’ll be responsible for building strong relationships, growing accounts, and delivering high-quality work—on time and on budget.

Responsibilities

The Account Manager will be responsible for:

• Client Management
• Act as the main point of contact for assigned client accounts
• Build and maintain strong, trusted relationships with clients
• Understand client goals, objectives, and industries to provide strategic input
  

• Lead the execution of through-the-line campaigns (digital, ATL, BTL, experiential)
• Write clear creative briefs and collaborate closely with strategy and creative teams
• Oversee timelines, budgets, and internal workflows to ensure timely delivery
• Manage feedback loops and approvals with clients efficiently and professionally

• Track project budgets, generate estimates, and manage scopes of work
• Support invoicing and ensure profitability on account
• Strategic Growth & Account Development
• Identify upsell or cross-sell opportunities within existing accounts
• Support pitches and new business opportunities when needed
  
  

• 3-5 years of experience in an account management role within a creative or advertising agency
• Strong understanding of integrated marketing campaigns (digital, social, ATL, BTL)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Highly organised, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Confident in presenting work and ideas to clients
• A natural collaborator who thrives in a team environment
• Familiarity with tools like Chase, MS Projects, Resource Guru
  
  

• Seniority level Not Applicable

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Sales and Business Development
• Industries Advertising Services

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A fast-growing Accounting firm in Sandton is looking for a highly skilled and dedicated Account Manager who excels in maintaining accurate client accounting records, ensuring compliance with financial regulations, and building strong client relationships.

• Maintain accurate and high-quality client accounting records, ensuring compliance with accounting principles, regulations, and reporting standards.
• Manage a team of trainees or associates, providing guidance, mentoring, and planning their work assignments to optimize efficiency and productivity.
• Prepare monthly management accounts, analyzing financial data and providing valuable insights to clients for informed decision-making.
• Compile Annual Financial Statements in accordance with applicable accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
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• Proven experience as an Account Manager or similar role in an accounting or auditing practice.
• Qualified accountant or similar professional designation (SAIPA, SAIBA, SAICA or CIMA).
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• Exceptional attention to detail, analytical skills, and problem-solving abilities.
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• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
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