Key Account Manager at Tower Group

• Our Client in the steel fabrication industry is seeking a Key Accounts Manager based in Johannesburg that will travel to Cato Ridge KwaZulu Natal from time to time.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Degree or a graduate diploma in Sales/ Marketing/ Commerce
• Experience 10 years: In a Sales, Marketing or Technical role
• Converse Fluently in English & Afrikaans

MAIN JOB FUNCTIONS

• Define and achieve annual sales targets per customer
• Forecasting of Sales Trends, Orders & Market Demand
• Ensure timeous communication of pricing, incentives, rebates, specific marketing drives, project pricing and any changes in service level offerings
• Gather market intelligence
• Administer warranty and customer claims and other queries within the SAP environment
• Manage and maintain high levels of customer service by frequent interaction, clear communication, adopt a proactive approach in keeping the customer informed of any event impacting on OTIF
• Manage debtors’ risk by understanding the credit limit in place per customer
• Builder, driven, independent, coordinator, team player, mature, problem solver, comfortable within a challenging environment
• Determination to meet personal goals and objectives
• Deliver results and meet customer expectations
• Creative thinking and problem solving
• Knowledge of sales strategies and concepts
• Strong communicator with good interpersonal skills
• Presentable, Professional, well spoken
• Good understanding of developing sales reports
• Established home office including stable, high-speed connectivity and USP
• Ability to work independently and remotely. Self-motivated. Proactive. Strong time management skills.