Account Manager

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• Date posted:
  Monday, January 19, 2026
• Location:
  
  Port Elizabeth, South Africa
• Salary: R Annually

A leading provider of advanced electrical control and automation solutions is looking for an Account Manager to join their team.

• Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with assigned customer accounts.
• Ensure service quality and responsiveness by acting as the primary point of contact for customer needs.
• Drive account retention and growth by increasing wallet share through cross-selling and solution alignment.
• Develop a deep understanding of customer operations and challenges to identify opportunities for their products and services.
• Collaborate with internal teams, including product marketing, supply chain, and engineering, to deliver tailored solutions and support.
• Monitor account performance, prepare reports, and provide insights to management on growth opportunities and risks.
• Negotiate commercial terms in line with their policies and strategic objectives.
• Stay informed on market trends, competitors, and industry developments to maintain a competitive edge.

• 10 years  experience in sales and marketing in the electrical industry.
• Strategic focus on motors and motor control.
• Demonstrated success in account management, sales, or business development, preferably in automation or similar sectors.
• Strong commercial acumen with experience managing a diverse portfolio of key accounts.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams.
• Proficiency in CRM systems and reporting tools.
• Valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel within the region as required.

• Experience in a leadership or mentoring capacity within a sales environment.
• Exposure to industrial or technical products and solutions.
• Strategic planning and advanced problem-solving capabilities.