Sales and Account Manager

Reference: 11309 SJ
Consultant: Soné Johnson

Job Description:

  • Manage relationships with existing South African clients and support the development of new accounts and business opportunities.
  • Communicate with clients through calls, emails and regular face-to-face meetings, including client visits across the Western Cape.
  • Manage client enquiries, complaints and project requirements, coordinating with production, technical, QA, logistics and finance teams.
  • Prepare quotations, calculate shipping costs, process orders and follow up on leads and quotations.
  • Coordinate samples, production schedules, quality checks and customer deliveries to ensure projects are completed on time.
  • Assist with local and international shipment planning and maintain accurate client and project records.
  • Maintain the sales pipeline and reports, support local marketing initiatives, and identify opportunities for new products and industries.
  • Attend trade shows and support the Managing Director with sales and business development activities.

Qualifications:

  • Experience in sales, account management or business development.
  • Experience working with clients in the wine & spirits, cosmetics & healthcare, or fashion & jewellery industries will be advantageous.
  • Strong customer service and relationship-building skills.
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
  • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
  • Commercially minded with good problem-solving skills.
  • Comfortable working independently and as part of a team.
  • Willingness to travel for client visits within South Africa.
  • Strong computer and CRM skills.

How to Apply:

  • Email your comprehensive CV to exceedhr@exceed.co.za.
  • If you are already registered, please forward your CV and the relevant reference number to the consultant with whom you are currently registered in order to avoid duplicity on our system.
  • We reserve the right to only conduct interviews with candidates of choice.
  • Applicants who have not received feedback within 30 days from the closing date must please accept their application as unsuccessful.