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