About the position
Lead, coach, and manage the Sales and Account Management team to drive new business, strengthen client relationships, and grow revenue within the commercial hygiene and hospitality sector.
Contract-to-Permanent. This position is initially offered on a 3-month contract basis. Successful performance during probation will result in permanent employment.
Minimum Requirements and Qualifications:
- Post-matric qualification in sales or management
- 8 years+ of proven experience in sales/account management within commercial cleaning/hygiene solutions, preferably within hospitality
- Previous experience managing or leading a sales or account management team
- Strong understanding of service-based sales environments with recurring client contracts
- Experience servicing hospitality, food service, catering, or commercial kitchen environments advantageous
- Valid driver's license and own reliable transport
Key Performance Areas:
- Lead and manage a team of Account Managers
- Develop and implement sales strategies to achieve team and individual targets
- Monitor, track, and analyse sales performance
- Conduct regular joint field visits to support team members in client meetings and ensure service standards are upheld
- Resolve escalated client issues and maintain strong customer relationships
- Compile and present sales performance reports to senior management
- Assist with recruitment, onboarding, and training of new team members
- Identify new market trends, competitor activity, and opportunities to upsell or cross-sell within existing accounts
Desired Skills:
- Account Management
- Business Development
- Hospitality
- Key Accounts Management
- Sales
About The Employer:
A global leader in professional kitchen hygiene solutions, providing innovative systems and products that support clean, safe, and efficient commercial kitchens. The company partners with hospitality operators, food service providers, and commercial kitchens to deliver comprehensive hygiene programmes and service excellence.
Employer & Job Benefits:
- Medical Aid Contribution
- Provident Fund Contribution
