Account Manager - Pretoria Verfied

Salary Negotiable Pretoria, Gauteng Pretoria, Gauteng more than 14 days ago 26-09-2016 8:39:34 AM
24-10-2016 8:39:34 AM
Pretoria based ICT Leader requires the services of an Account Manager to join their team. The company specialises in the integration of various software systems with different mobile and wireless devices.

If you are seeking an opportunity in an informal work environment that is performance driven and challenging, then this position is ideal for you.

The objective of this position is to grow and manage a sales pipeline that delivers to set targets.

REQUIREMENTS:

Min 3 – 5 years sales experience within the industry
Proven track record
Sound understanding of “Internet of Things” (IoT) environment and solution sales

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:

• Resilient, persistent and persuasive;
• Passionate, competitive and naturally inspired to chase stretch targets;
• Good relationship-builder and networker;
• Work independently, but also a strong team player when required;
• Good understanding of sales pipelines and sales cycles;
• Ability to follow the sales process and close sales;
• Very comfortable engaging with and selling to all levels of influencers and decision makers including C-suite executives;
• Comfortable to travel into any and all areas in the assigned territory;
• Proficient in English, verbal and written, with at least one other official language preferred.
• Self-driven and motivated, with strong personal discipline;

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Grow and manage a sales pipeline that delivers to set targets;
• Update the CRM and Sales system with progress made;
• Actively manage relationships with key influencers to serve as referral clients;
• Give feedback to product and management teams on insights gained from the market;
• Conduct own research and stay abreast of competitor offerings and give feedback to the team;
• Support your team members in achieving their goals and assist them as and when required.

Should you not receive any correspondence within 3 weeks, please consider your application as unsuccessful.