Key Accounts Manager - Spices - Meat Processing - KwaZulu-Natal

Prostaff

  • KwaZulu-Natal
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 days ago
Minimum requirements for the role:
  • A tertiary qualification in a related field is preferred for this role but is not essential.
  • Previous sales experience having worked in a sales role selling products into the manufacturing industry within the food spices, seasonings or food ingredient raw material or meat processing industry is preferred.
  • The successful candidate must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Must have excellent sales and negotiation skills.
  • Strong ability to combine product knowledge with sales acumen to influence purchasing decisions.
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation abilities.
  • Understanding of food production, culinary applications, or seasoning blends is advantageous.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and CRM Systems.
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
  • Managing key accounts within the seasoning, spices and meat processing industries.
  • Building and maintaining strong, trust-based relationships with key clients.
  • Developing and implementing account plans to achieve sales targets, identify new opportunities, and drive revenue growth.
  • Regularly assessing client needs, understanding their business objectives, and providing tailored solutions.
  • Identifying upselling and cross-selling opportunities to expand existing accounts and generate new business.
  • Addressing client concerns, resolving issues promptly, and ensuring customer satisfaction.
  • Tracking account performance, preparing reports, and providing insights to internal stakeholders.
  • Managing contract negotiations, renewals, and pricing discussions.
  • Negotiating pricing, terms, and contracts to ensure profitable outcomes while maintaining customer satisfaction.
  • Achieving monthly and annual sales targets through effective territory management.
  • Monitoring competitor activity, market trends, and customer feedback to identify growth opportunities.
  • Providing exceptional customer service by resolving queries, handling complaints, and ensuring timely delivery of products.
Salary package, including benefits, is highly negotiable depending on experience gained.

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