Wholesale Key Account Manager - Beverage Industry

About the position

Hire Resolve's client is looking for a Wholesale Key Account Manager who will be responsible for managing relationships with key wholesale accounts in the beverage industry in the Western Cape region. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the beverage industry, a proven track record of driving sales and profitability, and excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain regular contact with key accounts by calling and negotiating prices, promotions, and services
• Manage and achieve quarterly and annual key account targets
• Achieve regional and national market share targets
• Identify volume opportunities within allocated key accounts
• Category management and pricing management as per standards set
• Management of annual trade agreements and disbursements
• Strict commercial budget management
• Setting of price parameters, shelving, and display standards, and advertising parameters
• Management of account-specific price lists and listing of new products
• Effective communication of all agreements within the team
• Manage rebate and cycle deal expense accounts
• Manage credit terms within company policy
• Design and implement innovative key account promotions according to brand prioritization
• Maintain excellent communication links with stakeholders
• Review and report to management as defined

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Sales, Marketing or a related field
• Minimum 5 years of sales experience in the beverage industry, with a focus on FMCG wholesale accounts
• Key Account Management experience within the liquor trade
  
• Proven track record of achieving sales targets and driving revenue growth
• Strong negotiation and communication skills
• Excellent relationship-building and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and CRM software
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel within South Africa as needed

Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move.

• Salary: negotiable.
• Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
• Apply for this role today, contact Ashley Feldtmann, Rebecca Grylls, or Thomas Stacey at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn
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We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.

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