Key Account Assistant

About the position

Our client based in Aeroton, Johannesburg, is seeking a Key Account Assistant to join their team.
Main Job Functions: 

• Providing administrative support to the Key Accounts Manager(s)
• Set up for customer meetings
• Ordering & controlling of samples for shows and presentations
• General client administration duties
• Assist with queries of products not scanning in store
• Typing and distribution of minutes, general correspondence, deal sheets, allocations etc.
• Preparing of spreadsheets
• Set up of appointments for Key Accounts Departments
• Handling of general Key Accounts queries as requested
• Filing, faxing and e-mailing
• Action payment of expense claim forms
• Ordering of Stationery and Office requirements
• Organizing meals for presentations and meetings
• Sort and distributing of incoming and outgoing mail and overnight bags/boxes
• New store opening updating
• Updating and checking of customer report generators
• Maintain and update samples
• Taking messages and following up on queries
• Liaise with Advertising Company for customers advertised lines

Minimum Requirements:

• Have a minimum of two-years work experience.
• Must have tertiary qualification. 
• Solid administration skills with advance Excel.
• Own reliable transport.
• Valid drivers’ license.

Attributes:

• Be presentable and have a pleasant but strong personality
• Have good verbal (English) and written communication skills
• Be able to work overtime when necessary
• Be prepared to go into the trade.
• High attention to detail
• Be able to handle pressure

Skills:

• Have good understanding of merchandising principles and standards
• Have good negotiation and people skills
• Have computer literacy (essential).
• Organisational and time – management skills.
• Strong administrative skills
• Excellent Excel skills

Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

Desired Skills:

• Key Account Assistant
• Administration
• Excel