Key Accounts Manager (Automotive Training)

Recruiter:

Staff Solutions Recruitment

Job Ref:

PE006577/AS

Date posted:

Wednesday, May 6, 2026

Location:

Centurion, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Our client, based in Centurion, is looking to appoint a dynamic and results-driven individual as a Key Accounts Manager servicing automotive manufacturers and retailers throughout Africa

POSITION INFO:
Key Roles and Responsibilities

Key account management of a major training operation for a leading car manufacturer.
Single point of contact for OEM Management and Company.
Lead a team of 50+ full-time staff in various departments.
Commercial and operational responsibility to meet performance KPIs and contractual service-level targets set by our client
Innovate, design, and pitch new and improved service-offerings, based on market-needs
Continuous improvement of all procedures and processes, as well as re-design of Training Academy financial operating model for all stakeholders (OEM, Brands, Dealer Network of 160+ dealers).

Requirements:

8-10 years’ experience in the South African Automotive Training Industry (at either OEM, dealer, component-retail or related level).
Bachelor or Masters Degree in Economics / Management / Accounting / Financial Management.
Available for regular travel (domestic and international).
Experience in co-operating with the various Industry and Government training bodies in South Africa.
Proven experience with data-management & dashboard reporting (MS Excel, MS Power BI, etc.).
5+ years experience in managing large commercial projects (budgeting & inancial performance management)

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