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SUMMARY: Are you a results-driven professional with a passion for client engagement and a strong technical background in electrical solutions? This is your opportunity to step into a dynamic Key Accounts role with a market leader!

Recruiter: Network Recruitment

Job Ref: NES02223/PM

Date posted: Tuesday, July 8, 2025

Location: Midrand, South Africa

Salary: R500 000.00 Annually

POSITION INFO:

Job & Company Description: Join a leading organisation in the electrical sector that prides itself on innovation, customer-centric solutions, and national reach. As the Key Accounts Representative , you will manage and grow relationships with high-value clients, ensuring their needs are met through tailored electrical product offerings and exceptional service delivery.

Education:

• BTech or BEng in Electrical Engineering (essential)

Job Experience & Skills Required:

• Electrical or Electronic qualification (National Diploma or equivalent) preferred
• Minimum 3-5 years in electrical technical sales, with a strong track record in account management
• Experience servicing industrial, OEM, or panel builder clients an advantage
• Proficient in CRM systems and MS Office
• Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills

Apply now if you're a relationship-builder who thrives in a fast-paced, solution-driven environment and wants to grow with a respected industry player.

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Prudence Mnguni

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Sales and Business Development

• Electrical Engineering

Reference: PTA001380-BVJ-1

Our client, a waste management company based in the Northern Suburbs of Johannesburg, is seeking a Key Accounts Coordinator to join their team.

• Communicate with all suppliers regarding monthly statements, invoices, and credit notes.
• Keep suppliers’ information current and accurate in Microsoft Dynamics Navision (NAV).
• Process supplier invoices on a monthly basis.
• Distribute payments to suppliers on a monthly schedule.
• Support with the daily Landfill report as needed.
• Validate financial information and other details (such as VAT numbers on invoices, bank details).
• Collaborate with vendors to discuss potential payment dates upon request.
• Coordinate with the Admin Manager and Debtors on client payment timelines and update reconciliations accordingly.
• Order, maintain, and keep a register of stationery and consumables.
• Assist with Adhoc duties as needed.

• National Senior Certificate.
• Beneficial: Relevant financial tertiary Diploma or Degree.
• 2 years of experience in a similar role.
• Knowledge of basic bookkeeping and financial transactions.
• Knowledge of MS Office, particularly intermediate Excel skills.
• Beneficial: Own Vehicle and Valid Drivers License.

Submissions for this vacancy will close on the 27th of March 2024, however, you will still have the opportunity to submit your CV for this position till 18 April 2024.

Thank you for submitting your CV to Marvel Placement Consultants. We value your submission, and we try our utmost best to get back to each applicant. However, should your application be successful, we will be in contact with you. Should you not hear from us within two weeks of application, please consider your application as unsuccessful. We are however recruitment specialists and will keep your details on our database for possible future opportunities.

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We are looking for an experienced, go-getter & passionate Key Accounts Associate to maintain and develop business-oriented relationships with existing and new clients.

Who we are :

We are a leading manufacturer, importer, and distributor of products in the engineering industry, specifically electrical, electronics, pumps, tools, and solar.

What the role is about :

• Getting sales using various methods;
• Developing innovative sales strategies and evaluating their effectiveness;
• Evaluating clients’ needs and building long-lasting relationships;
• Maintaining accurate client account information.

Responsibilities :

• Generating new leads, developing existing clients, and fostering relationships;
• Handling client inquiries;
• Meeting or exceeding sales targets;
• Understanding the marketplace and client demographics;
• Identifying new product opportunities and branding in client stores;
• Supporting product launch programs, client days, and awareness campaigns;
• Training clients on products as needed;
• Executing sales strategies and giving presentations;
• Managing client relationships and providing excellent service;
• Providing market feedback and research;
• Responding to high volumes of emails;
• Formulating quotations and follow-ups;
• Attending sales meetings and reporting activities;
• Planning and submitting weekly calls and reports;
• Maintaining client accounts;
• Analyzing market trends and providing competitive feedback.

• Johannesburg, Gauteng
• Permanent

We are seeking a highly energetic, experienced, and results-driven individual to manage and grow relationships with national auto groups and dealer clients within the group network. The ideal candidate will be responsible for achieving and exceeding revenue targets, providing exceptional client support, maintaining strong key customer relationships, and driving customer satisfaction and loyalty.

The Digital Account Manager is expected to collaborate with internal departments in order to optimise solutions and track market trends. The role is also responsible for being a Cars.co.za brand ambassador, whilst always championing the organisation’s culture and values.

• Experience in account management, sales, or business development.
• Strong understanding of marketing, online media, analytics tools, or relevant industry solutions.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, Marketing, Advertising, or a related field.
• Efficient in Microsoft Office Suite, in particular Powerpoint and Excel.
• Exceptional Communication skills.
• Ability to nurture and foster relationships at multiple levels.
• Medical Aid and Retirement Annuity benefits

Key Accounts Manager - Airline experience -
FMCG/Manufacturing Industry - Essential
Nasrec - Southern Suburbs, Gauteng
Key Accounts Manager

Minimum 5 Years' AIRLINE experience in Sales & Marketing

Proficiency in PowerPoint, MS Word & Excel
B2B space experience
Responsible for managing and nurturing relationships with key clients.
Your duties will include:

• Attend industry-related shows, functions, seminars, exhibitions
• Developing strategic account plans
• Identifying growth opportunities
• Resolving customer concerns
• Achieving sales targets

The ideal candidate will have a background in Sales and Marketing, with proven experience in account management and a strong focus on customer satisfaction.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement strategic account plans
• Build and maintain strong, long-lasting customer relationships
• Identify and secure new business opportunities
• Resolve customer complaints and issues promptly
• Achieve sales targets and KPIs

Desired Skills:

• Key Accounts Manager
• B2B
• Airline Sales & Marketing
• Fat & Oil industry experience

Overview : Manages relationships with key clients, ensuring customer satisfaction and the achievement of sales objectives.

Key Responsibilities :

• Develop and maintain relationships with key accounts.
• Understand client needs and provide tailored solutions.
• Negotiate contracts and agreements.
• Monitor account performance and address any issues promptly.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure client requirements are met.

Qualifications :

• Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in account management, preferably in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Ability to analyze and interpret sales data.

Key Duties and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Client Satisfaction Management
• Develop and maintain trusting relationships with key accounts and the company.
• Understand client needs thoroughly and anticipate future requirements.
• Manage account meetings and prepare supporting reports.
• Compile monthly KPI reports for key accounts.
• Address and resolve key account issues and complaints.
• Anticipate changes and improvements needed for key accounts.
• Coordinate communication between key accounts and internal teams.
• Strategically plan to enhance account performance.
• Identify new sales opportunities within existing accounts and communicate these to the Head of Customer Service.
• Balance key account needs with operational capabilities.
• Ensure all key account requirements and deliverables meet agreed service levels.
• Analyze client data to improve customer relationship management.
• Assist in developing key account plans to meet KPIs.

• Production Planning
• Participate actively in scheduling for various clients, working with operational teams to meet objectives.
• Prepare and present progress reports to stakeholders.
• Review and adjust production schedules as necessary.

• Customer Service Support
• Manage CE trackers for relevant accounts.
• Monitor and handle service email accounts.
• Respond promptly and professionally to tickets.

Key Dimensions:

• Initiative
• Ability to work under pressure

Our strength lies in our passion for people, defining us as a Preferred Service Provider committed to tailoring staff to meet client needs. Our database includes semi-skilled, skilled, and experienced personnel to meet evolving client demands.

Tailormade Solution is dedicated to fulfilling our clients' diverse requirements through outsourced labor, permanent placements, and training. We pride ourselves on building mutually beneficial partnerships to deliver the best client-specific solutions.

Clients have the flexibility to utilize our outsourced staff, allowing them to streamline or expand their workforce as needed. We handle all HR and industrial relations responsibilities, enabling clients to focus on their core business.

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• Financial KPA: Achieve sales targets as per the branch budget.
• Customer KPA: Secure more long-term contracts and protect existing contracts.
• Operational KPA: Ensure the right tools are available to operate and service customers.
• Activity goals vs. results KPA: Meet activity and sales targets through multilevel calling and new customer acquisition.

• Matric
• Basic Financial education
• Experience in sales and operations
• Earth mover tyre experience
• Driver’s license

• Policy and procedures
• Company products and services
• Basic financial knowledge
• Technical and commercial procedures
• Labour law
• Sales strategy and trends
• Mining charter
• Database and systems
• Customer service

• Sales skills
• People skills
• Project management skills
• Communication skills
• Report writing skills
• Negotiation skills
• Meeting skills
• Presentation skills
• Customer relations skills

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• Full-time

• Sales and Business Development

• Advertising Services

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Strategic Account & Relationship Management

• Cultivate and maintain strong, long-term relationships with senior stakeholders across key accounts.
• Gain a deep understanding of each client's business strategy, goals, and operational challenges.
• Develop and execute joint business plans to align with both client and company growth objectives.

Sales & Revenue Growth

• Lead sales growth initiatives across assigned strategic accounts.
• Identify and pursue opportunities for expanded product distribution and deeper market penetration.
• Drive growth through cross-selling, upselling, and negotiating favorable commercial agreements.
• Consistently deliver against revenue, profitability, and volume targets.

Customer Negotiations

• Lead commercial negotiations, including pricing, terms, promotional funding, and new product introductions.
• Ensure all agreements meet internal profitability benchmarks and strategic priorities.
• Create and implement tailored account strategies to meet or exceed sales and business goals.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with supply chain, production, and operations teams to ensure quality, consistency, and on-time delivery.
• Serve as the primary liaison between customers and internal teams to address issues and identify process improvements.

Promotions & Trade Marketing

• Develop and implement customer-specific promotional programs in collaboration with marketing teams.
• Track execution and evaluate ROI to optimize future marketing and promotional investments.

Forecasting & Demand Planning

• Collaborate with internal teams and clients to produce accurate demand forecasts, supporting efficient production planning.
• Monitor stock levels and proactively address supply chain disruptions to maintain strong service levels.
• Help reduce waste through precise volume planning and timely communication.

Reporting & Analysis

• Analyze account performance, category trends, and competitive activity to inform strategy.
• Leverage insights and data to drive commercial decision-making and enhance customer outcomes.

Team Leadership

• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members, supporting their professional development.
• Foster a high-performance culture within the commercial function, focused on accountability and results.