Account Manager

Recruiter:

Marvel Placement Consultants

Job Ref:

PTA001657/ZS

Date posted:

Monday, October 13, 2025

Location:

Durban, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Account Manager
Our client, based in Durban North, KwaZulu-Natal, is seeking a driven Account Manager (External Sales) to acquire new customers, identify business opportunities, and build strong relationships with existing clients. The successful candidate will play a critical role in achieving sales targets, driving business growth, and ensuring long-term client satisfaction.

POSITION INFO:
Minimum Requirements:

Valid Grade 12 / Matric Senior Certificate.
2 to 5 years’ experience in a similar sales-driven role, preferably in ICT/Telecoms.
Proven experience in customer acquisition, account management, and revenue generation.
Strong knowledge of sales processes, negotiation techniques, and product knowledge.
Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and capable of working independently or within a team.
Revenue generation and sales strategy execution.
Essential: Own vehicle and valid Drivers License

Key Responsibilities:
Customer Acquisition and Sales Growth:

Identify and approach potential clients to promote products/services.
Develop and execute sales strategies to meet or exceed revenue targets.
Present, promote, and sell products/services using persuasive communication and negotiation skills.
Negotiate terms, pricing, and contracts to close deals.
Address client objections and provide solutions to secure commitments.
Ensure accurate documentation and timely processing of all sales agreements.

Market Development:

Conduct market research to identify new business opportunities, industry trends, and customer needs.
Analyse competitor activity and develop unique value propositions.
Build and maintain strong client and partner relationships.

Business Development:

Develop and implement strategies to penetrate untapped regions, sectors, or customer segments.
Manage the entire sales cycle, from prospecting to closing and onboarding new clients.
Provide exceptional after-sales service to ensure client satisfaction and loyalty.
Attend industry events, trade shows, and networking opportunities to generate leads and raise brand awareness.

Administration:

Maintain accurate records of client interactions, sales activities, and forecasts using CRM tools.
Prepare sales reports to track progress, analyse trends, and measure performance against targets.
Provide feedback to management regarding customer needs, market dynamics, and sales strategies.
Maintain call reports and up-to-date records of sales activities.

Closing Date:
Submissions for this vacancy will close on 8 October 2025. Late applications may be considered until 3 November 2025.

Please Note:
Thank you for submitting your CV to Marvel Placement Consultants. If your application is successful, we will contact you. Should you not hear from us within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. Your details will remain on our database for future opportunities.

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