Key Account Manager
Manufacturing
Durban – Kwa Zulu Natal – South Africa
Reporting to the Regional Sales Manager, you will maintain and expand regional sales activities, support the sales team, and ensure superior customer service.
This role requires:
- A proven track record in sales is essential
- Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience in an internal or external sales function.
- Prior experience in packaging industries is preferred.
- Strong costing and pricing knowledge essential
- Exceptional communication and organisational skills are essential.
- Ability to demonstrate the ability to operate effectively in a diverse team, work under pressure, and meet tight deadlines with minimal supervision.
This position involves managing and achieving annual sales targets, retaining existing customers while securing new business, and overseeing sales administration. Effective interaction with factory managers and staff and prompt handling of customer queries and complaints is critical to success in this role.