Remote Recruitment operates as a full-service employment agency providing recruitment/staffing for UK based companies
Key Account Manager
Location
South Africa
Posted
3 days ago
Salary
R30K / month
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
Key Account Manager
Remote Recruitment
• Own the commercial relationship with a defined portfolio of key accounts • Conduct strategic account reviews and develop account growth plans • Identify and convert upsell and expansion opportunities • Resolve escalated client issues quickly and professionally • Work cross-functionally with product, operations, and finance teams to deliver for clients
Job Requirements
- 4+ years of key account management or strategic sales experience
- Demonstrable track record of growing and retaining major accounts
- Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills
- Excellent relationship-building and stakeholder management abilities
- Reliable internet and a professional home workspace
Benefits
- Equipment provided
- 20 days paid leave
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