JOB PURPOSE The Manager: Key Account serves as the interface between the Client, sales channels / agents and the academy. Responsible for developing and maintaining long lasting trust relationships with a portfolio of key clientsIdentify client needs and extend and align our solutions to achieve mutual satisfaction Drive sales through the identification of new clients and retention of existing clients to ensure continued revenue growthEnsure alignment of day-to-day sales and client relationship effort driving collaborative relationships with all stakeholdersQUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCEMinimum of NQF 6 qualification in Sales & Marketing or Business ManagementCertificate in Project Management will be advantageousSound understanding of the Learning and development landscapeCompleted or studying towards "Finance for Non-Financial Managers" will be an added advantageMinimum of 3 years experience in key account managementExperience of successful liaisons with both customers and internal stakeholdersSound experience in managing projectsExperience in working with relevant client information systems including MS Office (Excel/ Word etc)Valid code 8 drivers license and own transportDemonstrated innovation and improved operational effectivenessTrack record in active Sales - sound experience is essentialProven customer service track-recordExperience in dealing with farm/rural clients/stakeholders; and have a firm understanding of associated environmental factors and operational requirementsDUITES & RESPONSIBILITIESClient Liaison and Client ManagementSecure, develop and maintain client relationships with key stakeholders on assigned accounts. Actively consult with a high degree of expertise and knowledge, raising the level and quality of contact Stay visible within the assigned accounts by ongoing scheduled visits and /or meetings. Represent the clients interests within the company to ensure that service adjustments are made where necessary. Manage adherence to deadlines on Client Submission. Facilitate signing of all relevant agreements by the client Learner stipend payroll submission To be submitted before payroll cut-off of the clientOutstanding client invoices Within 24 hours of receiving from Finance Learner stipend queries Within 24 hours of receiving from the Campus Ensure that a close relationship is built with an understanding of the clients business environment achieved via existing experience, industry exposure and research. Ensure key decision makers and stakeholders are kept abreast of the services on offer from Signa Academy and the continuous changes in legislation. Engage with client and internal stakeholders termination / replacement Solve conflict and manage client expectationsIndividual Client Reporting on PortfolioProvide learner reports and analysis as required by the client as per agreed deadline and timeframes Ensure reports and internal insights are provided for clients and business decisionsBuild and maintain stakeholder relationships Liaise with a complex network of stakeholders to ensure business growth and business unit sustainability.Build strategic inter-departmental relationships to help achieve business goals. Promote effective peer, and stakeholder relationships. Manage and ensure effective communication with all stakeholders and sustain client relationships Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure registration with the relevant bodiesReporting and Co-ordinationSubmission of relevant reports as agreed with Manager: National Key AccountBusiness GrowthFocus on growing and developing existing clients, together with generating new business. Act as the key interface between the customer and all relevant divisions.Develop and achieve sales through direct sales channels Be actively involved in season planning with focus on increased sales. Monitor and report on sales activities Analyse sales pipeline and lead data to ensure delivery of meaningful reports Correct allocation of learners based on clear understanding of finance and budgeting at campus levelCOMPETENCIES & SKILLSExcellent organizational and effective communication skillsHighly computer literate with specific reference to MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint computer skills Be customer service orientated with a passion for service excellence Proven assertiveness and problem-solving skills Highly self-motivated and able to work extended hours as necessary Excellent peoples skills with greater than average listening skills Sound understanding and interest Education, of learning and development landscape Excellent stakeholder relationship management and interpersonal skill Fluent in written and spoken English High level presentation and negotiation skills Sales skills will be essential Ability to work under pressure Great attention to detail Personal management with high level of Emotional Intelligence Resilience within a complex, challenging environment A commitment to the transformational goals of the Company Be Innovative and committed to ongoing process improvement Possess cultural awareness and sensitivityShould be able to function independently as well as contribute to Team successes Mature approach to business, customers, problem resolution, conflict management Committed to personal professional development Ability to manage multiple projects and adherence to deadlines Excellent Report Writing Skills Knowledge of tender processes and professional documentation standards High level of attention to detail Sound understanding of Strategic Management Very disciplined and organized individual