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How you'll role

As a B2B Sales Account Manager you'll play a crucial role in driving sales, achieving revenue and volume targets in the fats and oils sector. You will be tasked with managing key accounts, identifying new business opportunities, and negotiating B2B contracts. Your efforts will directly contribute to the company's growth, reinforcing customer relations and enhancing brand loyalty within the FMCG and manufacturing sectors.

What you'll do

• Drive sales and achieve budgeted revenue and volume targets
• Identify new business opportunities and expand revenue streams
• Manage and grow key accounts across various business segments
• Handle forecast management and logistics coordination
• Develop customer relationships and enhance brand loyalty
• Negotiate B2B contracts and conduct market analysis
• Attend industry events, trade shows, and exhibitions
• Fats & oils experience is an advantage. If none, commodity experience is a must (flour, eggs, sugar and fats & oils)
• Retail experience will not be considered

What you'll need

• Minimum 5-7 years of experience in the food service industry or a commodity environment (FMCG experience)
• Proven track record in B2B sales of fats & oils
• Strong analytical and negotiation skills
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Ability to work independently and within a team
• Passion for customer service and business growth
• Fats and oils experience is an advantage; commodity experience is a must

South Africa Marketplace – Partner Rep South Africa – (Account Manager)
We are looking for a account manager to own account strategies and execution in South Africa. Based in Johannesburg, your objective will be grow and claim #1 marketshare for your consumer/categories with your account by executing the strategy, landing the seasonal stories and right assortment (breadth and depth) to serve your target consumer

We are looking for

• An experienced retailer with an unwavering curiosity for our consumers, and an unrelenting desire to better serve them.
• A retailer with cross-functional experience and a proven track record of driving product strategy & business results.
• A teammate who embodies the values that our company holds dear and contributes to a diverse & inclusive team culture where everyone can be themself.

What Will You Work On
In this role you drive and execute the account vision and strategy with a focus on Lifestyle or Performance categories throughout the pre and in-season offense. You are the commercial voice for the marketplace, storytelling throughout the go-to-market process.

You are a key member of the Marketplace function on the ground in South Africa and report directly into the Partner Manager for South Africa.

You Will Be Accountable For

• Develop seasonal assortments based on frameworks delivered by merchandising. Ensuring seasonal product flow and optimize in-season trading and replenishment to maximize the accounts results
• Plan your accounts business: forecasts and scenario plans for the account using category, consumer, partner, brand and marketplace knowledge
• Manage the partner and the marketplace: Ensure best presentation of stories and products at your account (digital & B&M) aligned with the Nike Marketplace strategy.
• Build a premium seamless consumer experience, scaling online-to-offline. Obsess product launch journeys across Account platform ecosystem.
• Contribute to net revenue growth and net contribution of your account by managing the end to end business with your account.
• High standard to partnership management, supporting commercial business goals independently and contributing to collective team performance.
• Collaborate on partner (city) experience at sell-in , and (co-)own the E2E experience for your showroom – work closely with Office admin and/or (City) Experience Lead and x-functional partners (e.g. merch) to bring excellent partner sell-in experience to life.
• Ensure recurring and consistent representation, presence and collaboration with partner/buyer in the market at retail (retail visit, staff training, competitor knowledge,…) where relevant and within Expense budget.
• Implement MPU and Account strategies complimenting One Marketplace.
• Support and drive always available /repelensihment models.
• Create and drive right assortment for your partner to contribute to the net revenue growth.
• Execute the Consumer Code (seasonal dates and gates) with your account end to end including showroom & sell-in excellence.
• Be an effective team player & positive influence.

Who You Will Work With
In this role you will deliver the above core responsibilities.

You will also work cross-functionally in the Johannesburg office with key partners such as Merchandising, Planning, Marketing, Finance, Operations and Geo team in service of our athletes and consumers, to deliver on the Nike strategy.

You must be collaborative and maximise the effectiveness of the cross-functional team, in service of the consumer.

The environment and the work requires an agile approach, every teammate is required to meet the work where it is, remain agile and ensure they contribute to any projects or business needs as defined by the Partner Manager, Marketplace Leader and/or the Country Leader of South Africa when required.

What You Bring To Nike
A successful candidate will be expected to clearly demonstrate and articulate experience of the below essential requirements to be considered. Candidates that meet these criteria will then be assessed based on the competencies also outlined below.

Essential Requirements

• Strong retail acumen and understanding Nike products and consumer trends
• Partner and or stakeholder management at buyer level: Selling, consulting, negotiation
• Prior cross-functional experience, internal and external stakeholder management.
• Merchandising: create account assortment based on POS account input and strategy.
• Business planning: Analytical/ digital KPIs mindset
• Retail planning: Leveraging data, to optimize Inventory & gross margins
• Digital acumen: knowledge of what drives a premium consumer experience E2E.
• A desire to better serve them with best-in-class retail journeys across the dimensions of sport performance and lifestyle.

Leadership Defined Key Competencies

• Instils trust by gaining the confidence and trust of others quickly through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
• Acts with courage Displays an openness to take on the unknown.
• Fosters effective teamwork contributes to a cohesive team culture and applies their diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goals.
• Ensures accountability holds themself and others accountable to meet commitments.
• Values Differences and creates an environment in which differences are openly shared, embraced and incorporated into team activities.
• Communicates clear vision and strategy that motivates others to action. Clear consistent communication, and inspirational product storytelling.
• Thinks strategically Thinks beyond the day to day, taking a long-term view of the business based on an understanding of our consumer.

Sales Rep: Duties & Responsibilities:

· Achieve growth and hit sales targets.

· Successfully managing KPIs and targets.

· Build and promote strong, long-lasting customer relationships.

· Present sales, revenue and expenses reports and realistic forecasts to the management team Identify emerging markets and market shifts while being fully aware of new products and competition status.

Minimum requirements:

· Matric No experience needed (experience advantageous).

· Atleast 4 Years Industry experience is a must (Copiers,CCTV,Voip System etc.).

· Well-presented and professional.

· Fluent in English and Afrikaans.

Package & Remuneration:

· Market related basic salary.

· Excellent commission structure.

· Fuel allowance

· Will be provided Telephone and Laptop.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: R10 000,00 - R25 000,00 per month

Application Question(s):

• What is your current sales turnover amount?
• Do you have a current customer base?
• What ICT categories do you have the most experience? (eg. CCTV, Copiers, Voip)

Education:

• High School (matric) (Required)

Experience:

• Sales: 4 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Drivers License (Required)

Work Location: On the road

This job is with Nike, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community. Please do not contact the recruiter directly.
South Africa Marketplace – Partner Rep South Africa – (Account Manager)
We are looking for a account manager to own account strategies and execution in South Africa. Based in Johannesburg, your objective will be grow and claim #1 marketshare for your consumer/categories with your account by executing the strategy, landing the seasonal stories and right assortment (breadth and depth) to serve your target consumer

We are looking for

• An experienced retailer with an unwavering curiosity for our consumers, and an unrelenting desire to better serve them.
• A retailer with cross-functional experience and a proven track record of driving product strategy & business results.
• A teammate who embodies the values that our company holds dear and contributes to a diverse & inclusive team culture where everyone can be themself.

What Will You Work On
In this role you drive and execute the account vision and strategy with a focus on Lifestyle or Performance categories throughout the pre and in-season offense. You are the commercial voice for the marketplace, storytelling throughout the go-to-market process.

You are a key member of the Marketplace function on the ground in South Africa and report directly into the Partner Manager for South Africa.

You Will Be Accountable For

• Develop seasonal assortments based on frameworks delivered by merchandising. Ensuring seasonal product flow and optimize in-season trading and replenishment to maximize the accounts results
• Plan your accounts business: forecasts and scenario plans for the account using category, consumer, partner, brand and marketplace knowledge
• Manage the partner and the marketplace: Ensure best presentation of stories and products at your account (digital & B&M) aligned with the Nike Marketplace strategy.
• Build a premium seamless consumer experience, scaling online-to-offline. Obsess product launch journeys across Account platform ecosystem.
• Contribute to net revenue growth and net contribution of your account by managing the end to end business with your account.
• High standard to partnership management, supporting commercial business goals independently and contributing to collective team performance.
• Collaborate on partner (city) experience at sell-in , and (co-)own the E2E experience for your showroom – work closely with Office admin and/or (City) Experience Lead and x-functional partners (e.g. merch) to bring excellent partner sell-in experience to life.
• Ensure recurring and consistent representation, presence and collaboration with partner/buyer in the market at retail (retail visit, staff training, competitor knowledge,…) where relevant and within Expense budget.
• Implement MPU and Account strategies complimenting One Marketplace.
• Support and drive always available /repelensihment models.
• Create and drive right assortment for your partner to contribute to the net revenue growth.
• Execute the Consumer Code (seasonal dates and gates) with your account end to end including showroom & sell-in excellence.
• Be an effective team player & positive influence.

Who You Will Work With
In this role you will deliver the above core responsibilities.

You will also work cross-functionally in the Johannesburg office with key partners such as Merchandising, Planning, Marketing, Finance, Operations and Geo team in service of our athletes and consumers, to deliver on the Nike strategy.

You must be collaborative and maximise the effectiveness of the cross-functional team, in service of the consumer.

The environment and the work requires an agile approach, every teammate is required to meet the work where it is, remain agile and ensure they contribute to any projects or business needs as defined by the Partner Manager, Marketplace Leader and/or the Country Leader of South Africa when required.

What You Bring To Nike
A successful candidate will be expected to clearly demonstrate and articulate experience of the below essential requirements to be considered. Candidates that meet these criteria will then be assessed based on the competencies also outlined below.

Essential Requirements

• Strong retail acumen and understanding Nike products and consumer trends
• Partner and or stakeholder management at buyer level: Selling, consulting, negotiation
• Prior cross-functional experience, internal and external stakeholder management.
• Merchandising: create account assortment based on POS account input and strategy.
• Business planning: Analytical/ digital KPIs mindset
• Retail planning: Leveraging data, to optimize Inventory & gross margins
• Digital acumen: knowledge of what drives a premium consumer experience E2E.
• A desire to better serve them with best-in-class retail journeys across the dimensions of sport performance and lifestyle.

Leadership Defined Key Competencies

• Instils trust by gaining the confidence and trust of others quickly through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
• Acts with courage Displays an openness to take on the unknown.
• Fosters effective teamwork contributes to a cohesive team culture and applies their diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goals.
• Ensures accountability holds themself and others accountable to meet commitments.
• Values Differences and creates an environment in which differences are openly shared, embraced and incorporated into team activities.
• Communicates clear vision and strategy that motivates others to action. Clear consistent communication, and inspirational product storytelling.
• Thinks strategically Thinks beyond the day to day, taking a long-term view of the business based on an understanding of our consumer.

South Africa Marketplace – Partner Rep South Africa – (Account Manager)

We are looking for a account manager to own account strategies and execution in South Africa. Based in Johannesburg, your objective will be grow and claim #1 marketshare for your consumer/categories with your account by executing the strategy, landing the seasonal stories and right assortment (breadth and depth) to serve your target consumer

We are looking for

• An experienced retailer with an unwavering curiosity for our consumers, and an unrelenting desire to better serve them.
• A retailer with cross-functional experience and a proven track record of driving product strategy & business results.
• A teammate who embodies the values that our company holds dear and contributes to a diverse & inclusive team culture where everyone can be themself.

What will you work on

In this role you drive and execute the account vision and strategy with a focus on Lifestyle or Performance categories throughout the pre and in-season offense. You are the commercial voice for the marketplace, storytelling throughout the go-to-market process.

You are a key member of the Marketplace function on the ground in South Africa and report directly into the Partner Manager for South Africa.

You will be accountable for:

• Develop seasonal assortments based on frameworks delivered by merchandising. Ensuring seasonal product flow and optimize in-season trading and replenishment to maximize the accounts results
• Plan your accounts business: forecasts and scenario plans for the account using category, consumer, partner, brand and marketplace knowledge
• Manage the partner and the marketplace: Ensure best presentation of stories and products at your account (digital & B&M) aligned with the Nike Marketplace strategy.
• Build a premium seamless consumer experience, scaling online-to-offline. Obsess product launch journeys across Account platform ecosystem.
• Contribute to net revenue growth and net contribution of your account by managing the end to end business with your account.
• High standard to partnership management, supporting commercial business goals independently and contributing to collective team performance.
• Collaborate on partner (city) experience at sell-in , and (co-)own the E2E experience for your showroom – work closely with Office admin and/or (City) Experience Lead and x-functional partners (e.g. merch) to bring excellent partner sell-in experience to life.
• Ensure recurring and consistent representation, presence and collaboration with partner/buyer in the market at retail (retail visit, staff training, competitor knowledge,…) where relevant and within Expense budget.
• Implement MPU and Account strategies complimenting One Marketplace.
• Support and drive always available /repelensihment models.
• Create and drive right assortment for your partner to contribute to the net revenue growth.
• Execute the Consumer Code (seasonal dates and gates) with your account end to end including showroom & sell-in excellence.
• Be an effective team player & positive influence.

Who you will work with

In this role you will deliver the above core responsibilities.

You will also work cross-functionally in the Johannesburg office with key partners such as Merchandising, Planning, Marketing, Finance, Operations and Geo team in service of our athletes and consumers, to deliver on the Nike strategy.

You must be collaborative and maximise the effectiveness of the cross-functional team, in service of the consumer.

The environment and the work requires an agile approach, every teammate is required to meet the work where it is, remain agile and ensure they contribute to any projects or business needs as defined by the Partner Manager, Marketplace Leader and/or the Country Leader of South Africa when required.

What you bring to Nike

A successful candidate will be expected to clearly demonstrate and articulate experience of the below essential requirements to be considered. Candidates that meet these criteria will then be assessed based on the competencies also outlined below.

Essential requirements

• Strong retail acumen and understanding Nike products and consumer trends
• Partner and or stakeholder management at buyer level: Selling, consulting, negotiation
• Prior cross-functional experience, internal and external stakeholder management.
• Merchandising: create account assortment based on POS account input and strategy.
• Business planning: Analytical/ digital KPIs mindset
• Retail planning: Leveraging data, to optimize Inventory & gross margins
• Digital acumen: knowledge of what drives a premium consumer experience E2E.
• A desire to better serve them with best-in-class retail journeys across the dimensions of sport performance and lifestyle.

Leadership Defined Key Competencies

• Instils trust by gaining the confidence and trust of others quickly through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
• Acts with courage Displays an openness to take on the unknown.
• Fosters effective teamwork contributes to a cohesive team culture and applies their diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goals.
• Ensures accountability holds themself and others accountable to meet commitments.
• Values Differences and creates an environment in which differences are openly shared, embraced and incorporated into team activities.
• Communicates clear vision and strategy that motivates others to action. Clear consistent communication, and inspirational product storytelling.
• Thinks strategically Thinks beyond the day to day, taking a long-term view of the business based on an understanding of our consumer.

See yourself being part of a large, transformational change? This could be the role for you

At Iress, we make things happen

We believe technology should help people perform better every day. Since our beginning in 1993, people across financial services have trusted us to take their performance to the next level. From the world's most established financial brands to new and disruptive players, we help improve every aspect of our clients' businesses so that they can work better, every day. Iress is one of Australia's largest technology companies and employs more than 1,900 people across Asia-Pacific, North America, Africa, and the UK & Europe.

Build your career at Iress
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and dynamic
Sales Account Manager
to join our team and drive the growth of our financial markets division.

In this key role, you will directly shape our success within the trading and market data space by building lasting client partnerships and achieving ambitious sales goals.

Key Accountabilities
What You'll Do:

• Drive New Business: Own the full sales cycle to drive new client acquisition, from prospecting and lead generation to negotiating contracts and closing deals.
• Grow & Retain Clients: Nurture and grow our existing client base, acting as a trusted advisor to ensure high levels of satisfaction, retention, and loyalty.
• Execute Strategy: Develop and implement strategic sales plans to achieve and exceed targets, leveraging market research and industry insights.
• Be a Product Expert: Maintain a deep understanding of our product suite and the competitive landscape to effectively demonstrate our value proposition to clients.
• Collaborate for Success: Work closely with internal teams including Marketing, Product, and Support, to ensure a seamless client experience and to channel important client feedback.
• Manage Your Pipeline: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in our CRM, providing regular and insightful sales reports and forecasts to management.

What You'll Bring
Qualifications & Skills

• A minimum of 5 years of sales account management experience in the financial markets software industry or a closely related FinTech field.
• A proven and demonstrable track record of consistently achieving and exceeding sales targets.
• Deep knowledge of financial markets solutions.
• Exceptional skills in communication, negotiation, and relationship-building, with a natural ability to articulate value and build trust.
• Strong commercial acumen and a "dealmaker" mindset, with the ability to structure mutually beneficial agreements.
• A self-motivated, energetic, and results-oriented work ethic, paired with excellent organisational skills.
• Experience with major financial market solution providers is highly advantageous.

Our Culture & Why You'll Love Working Here
Iress is committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive culture. We strongly believe that diversity in experience, skills, and perspectives is what makes our teams and our products succeed. Everyone's uniqueness is valued and celebrated.

To support our people, our employee benefits are some of the best in the industry. We empower our team at every life stage with long weekends, flexible ways of working, generous parental leave, opportunities to participate in local community initiatives, and a connected, vibrant team culture.

Employment Type
Employee

Time Type
Full time

Company Description

At Career Smarter, we aim to support your journey toward career success with our certified online learning courses and expert career advice.

Role Description

As an 
Account Manager (Education Sales)

, you'll be responsible for managing 
warm inbound leads

, consulting with prospective learners, and guiding them through the enrolment process. You'll play a vital role in helping students choose the right training for their career development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and convert 
  warm inbound leads
   (no cold calling).
• Consult with potential learners to understand their goals and recommend suitable courses.
• Build long-term relationships and provide professional, friendly guidance.
• Maintain accurate records within the CRM system.
• Work towards and exceed monthly 
  sales and conversion targets
  .
• Keep up to date with course offerings and qualifications.

What we're looking for:

Proven track record as a strong closer in sales

Experience in education sales

Excellent communication skills – you'll be speaking with UK-based students

A go-getter attitude with the ability to exceed sales targets

Adaptability to UK working hours (10:00 AM – 7:00 PM SAST)

Senior Sales & Account Manager

Lynx Telematics – Sub-Saharan Africa

Lynx Telematics is a leading provider of fleet management and asset tracking solutions, including 
Lynx FMS, CypherFuel, and Lynx Cam
. We partner with 
truck OEM dealerships, resellers, and fleet operators
 to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and drive sustainability.

We are looking for a 
driven, organised, and self-sufficient Senior Sales & Account Manager
 to expand our market presence and deliver exceptional service to our partners and customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop new business and manage key accounts with OEM dealerships, resellers, and end customers.
• Achieve sales targets through solution selling and long-term relationship building.
• Ensure customer satisfaction with proactive support, after-sales service, and strategic account management.
• Maintain accurate reporting, forecasting, and CRM records.

Ideal Candidate

• 5+ years' proven sales and account management experience in 
  telematics, fleet management, or automotive solutions
  .
• Strong existing network in truck OEM dealerships/resellers.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Highly driven, organised, and able to work independently.
• Willingness to travel and manage multiple priorities.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary + bonus structure.
• Innovative, market-leading products.
• Career growth in a dynamic and entrepreneurial environment.

Position: Sales Account Manager (permanent)

Area: Limpopo (Polokwane/Nelspruit)

Industry: Manufacturing/Building & Construction

Salary: R37 500 per month (medical aid plus pension fund) plus commission, company car, cellphone allowance, fuel allowance

Closing date: 05 September 2025

Purpose of the job

To drive and achieve profitable sales targets from both new and existing clients. To increase market share, provide exceptional customer service, and build relationships with current and new clients focusing on regions including Polokwane, Nelspruit, Steelpoort/Burgersfort.

.

Minimum qualifications and requirements

· Grade 12

· Diploma/Degree in Marketing or Sales

· 3 years' work experience

· Good understanding of sales and rentals

· Ability to read construction drawings

· Report writing and previous experience using an ERP system

· Valid Driver's license

Core functions

· Achieve agreed sales targets

• Achieve agreed profitability
• Actively look for and create opportunities within the market
• Establish, develop, and maintain relationships with current and future customers
• Provide after sales service and regular entertainment of customers
• Establish and maintain healthy prospect pipeline
• Achieve agreed customer visits
• Conduct market and competitor analysis
• Ensure timely and accurate completion of enquiries, quotes, and tenders
• Loading of orders on the ERP system
• Assist accounts personnel with collection of outstanding and overdue payments
• Timely and accurate completion of weekly/monthly reports
• Compliance to all reasonable instructions

Job Type: Permanent

Pay: R37 000,00 per month

Work Location: In person