Gauteng: KEY ACCOUNTS MANAGER – 6 Month Fixed Contract posted by SKILLS CONNECTOR

• Develop and implement regional account strategies to achieve sales, margin, and share growth.
• Manage joint business planning, promotional activities, and budget allocation.
• Build and maintain strong multi-level relationships within key retail accounts.
• Translate data and insights into actionable commercial plans.
• Monitor and optimize online and in-store execution to enhance brand visibility and performance.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Marketing, Product, Finance, and Service teams to deliver aligned business objectives.
• Support the delivery of exceptional customer engagement and category growth.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Key Account or Regional Account Management, ideally within a premium or FMCG environment.
• Proven success in delivering sales and profitability targets.
• Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills.
• Excellent analytical ability with experience in business planning and forecasting.
• Ability to influence, collaborate, and build trusted relationships across functions and with retail partners.
• Relevant tertiary qualification in Business, Marketing, or a related field.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel regionally.

Contract Details:

• Type: 6-month fixed-term contract
• Start: Immediate / as soon as possible
• Reporting to: Commercial Director

This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading premium brand and make a measurable impact within a dynamic, results-driven environment.

Apply now if you are commercially minded, relationship-focused, and ready to take ownership of a key regional portfolio.
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