Account Manager - Oudshoorn at The Coca-Cola Company

Key Duties & Responsibilities    
Key Output:

• Identified and implemented new business opportunities
• Optimized customer service
• Formulated account reviews
• Formulated account plans
• Managed and optimized accounts
• Managed and maintained assets
• Generated orders
• Executed promotions
• Managed cash and credit accounts
• Compiled competitor report

Key Attributes & Competencies Knowledge:

• Sales/Marketing principles and practices
• CCBSA product knowledge
• TSP principles
• Manage execution standards
• Merchandising and cooler management
• Trade replacement
• Order taking
• Credit Management
• Basic Finance and Commercial knowledge Attributes:
• Good analytical and numerical ability
• Socially outgoing and confident
• Able to build positive relationships
• Ability to negotiate
• Team player who can also work independently
• Assertive and persuasive- ability to influence
• Open to change and looking for opportunities for improvement
• Good problem solving ability, solutions orientated and can be innovative
• Good analytical and problem-solving ability
• Responsible, conscientious and dependable
• Willing to take calculated risks
• Self-discipline and well organized
• Good planning ability
• Flexibility
• Good ability to work under pressure and handle a demanding work environment
• High energy levels and drive

Skills, Experience & Education    
Qualifications & Experience:

• Matric and completed 3 year sales/marketing qualification.
• 2 years relevant FMCG experience in a sales/marketing environment.
• Experienced driver with a code 08 drivers license
• Computer literate or potential to acquire