Key Account Manager for Food and Beverage Sector

4 weeks ago


Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, South Africa ES Recruitment Full time
Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Key Account Manager to join our team at ES Recruitment. This is a challenging opportunity for a highly motivated individual who wants to take their sales career to the next level.

Salary and Benefits

The successful candidate can expect a competitive salary of $65,000 - $85,000 per annum, depending on experience, as well as a range of benefits including health insurance, retirement plan, and paid time off.

Job Description

In this role, you will be responsible for driving market share growth and brand building in-store through effective relationship management with store owners and managers. Your key objectives will include:

  • Ensuring optimal product visibility at all times;
  • Developing and maintaining strong relationships with customers to promote execution excellence;
  • Evaluating and sharing findings on market trends to identify market-specific needs in terms of product, promotions and creative concepts;
  • Managing competitor analysis on a regular and consistent basis;
  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve business objectives;
Required Skills and Qualifications

To succeed in this role, you will need to possess:

  • A minimum NQF Level 4 qualification or equivalent;
  • Proven sales experience in the retail sector, preferably with food and beverage products;
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
  • A strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions;
  • A customer-centric approach with a focus on delivering exceptional customer service.
About Us

ES Recruitment is a leading recruitment agency specializing in the placement of sales professionals across various industries. We pride ourselves on our expert knowledge of the sales market and our commitment to delivering exceptional results for our clients and candidates.


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