Job role overview

  • Date posted

    October 9, 2026

  • Closing date

    November 8, 2026

  • Hiring location

    Gauteng Johannesburg

  • Qualification

    Bachelors

  • Experience

    5 - 7 years

Description

  • The Key Account Manager (KAM) is responsible for driving growth by managing strategic relationships with large national fleet operators (100+ vehicles). This role focuses on increasing sales volumes, enhancing customer experience, and supporting national-level engagements, while collaborating closely with independent dealers and Regional Sales Managers (RSMs) to ensure alignment and support for the dealer network.

Key Responsibilities
Strategic Customer Engagement

  • Develop executive-level relationships and lead national sales negotiations.
  • Manage end-to-end account strategies, including sales and aftersales.
  • Account Development & Growth

Build tailored growth plans and TCO proposals.

  • Drive incremental sales to large fleets alongside dealer sales.

Dealer & Network Collaboration

  • Work with dealers and RSMs to align on sales execution and customer handover.
  • Ensure dealers maintain invoicing, margin, and delivery roles.

Customer Segmentation & Governance

  • Manage segmentation model and ensure appropriate customer ownership.
  • Allocate key account targets fairly across the network.

Reporting & Performance

  • Track sales, opportunities, and competitor activity.
  • Lead performance reviews with dealers and RSMs.

Key Deliverables

  • Meet National Key Account sales targets.
  • Deliver growth strategies per account.
  • Strengthen brand reputation with fleet operators.
  • Avoid duplication and clarify account ownership.

Qualifications & Skills

  • Education: Tertiary qualification in Sales, Business, or related. 
  • Experience: 5–7 years in B2B sales/key account management in commercial vehicles or logistics.
  • Skills: Strategic thinking, relationship building, negotiation, dealer collaboration, and CRM proficiency.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor Degree 
  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in similar role 
  • Code 8 license

Personal Attributes:

  • Team Player 
  • Confident and proactive approach- anticipates issues and requirements 
  • Read and Write in English

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