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Key Account Executive

Job Description - Key Account Executive

Are you a strategic, results-driven Key Account Executive with a passion for building long-term partnerships and exceeding sales targets? We are looking for a high-impact sales executive to grow key accounts, drive profitability, and position the business as a trusted solutions partner to major clients.

This role goes beyond traditional sales — it’s about strategic account ownership, innovation, and leadership.

Key Purpose of the Role:

To achieve and exceed Key Account sales targets and financial budgets by developing strategic business partnerships that deliver total solutions to clients, while driving sustainable revenue growth, profitability, and long-term client retention.

Responsibilities:

Key Account Management & Sales Growth:
Meet and exceed annual sales budgets and profitability targets
Develop and execute account-specific sales plans and forecasts aligned to business strategy
Identify, penetrate, and grow all brands and divisions within assigned key accounts
Build strong relationships with key decision-makers and influencers
Apply a consultative, client-centric sales approach to deliver tailored solutions
Identify cross-selling and up-selling opportunities on an ongoing basis
Negotiate and resolve key account issues proactively
Manage key accounts from an operational level through to strategic partnership


Strategic & Commercial Focus:
Align company objectives with client strategies to add measurable value
Drive innovation by proposing value-adding, cost-saving, and commercially viable solutions
Monitor working capital, debtor days, WIP, and profitability within accounts
Ensure invoices, statements, and account queries are managed timeously



Requirements

  • Sales or Marketing Diploma / Degree
  • A minimum of 5 years experience as a Key Account Executive
  • Strong understanding of Point of Sale (POS) marketing collateral
  • Sound knowledge of print industry products, processes, and solutions
  • Strong negotiation, relationship-building, and strategic thinking skills
  • Commercially astute with a focus on profitability and working capital
  • Own transport essential


Benefits

Compulsory pension fund
Travel allowance

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