Account Manager

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

A well-established, market leader in the mining and construction industry requires an Account Manager to service the Durban area. This is a great opportunity for someone who is looking for growth in a company that invests in their employees.

Salary is market-related

Over and above the salary is company vehicle and petrol card, cell phone and data, commission and incentives.

Responsibilities

• Achieve agreed sales targets within the assigned market segment
• Actively look for new customers and opportunities
• Establish, develop and maintain relationships with current and prospective customers
• Expedite and follows up on the resolution of customer problems and complaints
• Research and keep abreast of market conditions in the assigned sector
• Develop weekly call planner and schedule appointments
• Complete and submit weekly reports (call, market & competitor)
• Provide after sales service to all clients
• Ensure timeously completion of enquiries, quotes and tenders
• Responsible for general sales administration
• Prepare sales aids and materials (brochure, presentations, etc.)
• Ensure sales processes are ISO compliant

Requirements

• Grade 12 or equivalent
• Qualification in sales and/or marketing advantageous
• Related sales experience in the mining or construction sector
• Valid driver's license
• Knowledge of ISO, tender processing, working knowledge of business
• Ability to read and draw design layouts on Turbo-Cad an advantage
• Must be able and willing to travel

Our client is an equal opportunity employer.