Key Accounts Manager (Lyttelton and Hartebeesfontein operations) at Afrimat

Minimum Qualification / Experience:

• Matric (Grade 12).
• Relevant Diploma/Degree would be advantageous preferably in the civil engineering discipline.
• 3 years + experience as a Key Accounts Manager.
• Computer literate.
• Solid understanding of the construction materials’ applications, specifications and product results interpretation.
• Problem solving and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to establish and maintain good client relationships.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships.
• Travel to various sites and attend customer meetings.

Duties and responsibilities (not limited to)

• Customer retention and growing the customer base.
• Budget preparations and customer price reviews.
• Compile daily sales reports.
• Nurture good relationships with internal sales clerk, plant, weighbridge, production and the laboratory personnel.
• Weekly and monthly forecasts.
• Liaising with the transport service providers and negotiating special rates with the transport vendors.
• Address and resolve customer queries.
• Execute all agreed projects and / or carry out ad hoc assignments.