Job Description

Key Accounts Manager NP

Location:

South Africa

Company:

Nestle ESAR

Position Type:

Full-time

Minimum Educational qualification:

Minimum of abachelor's degree in sales or equivalent qualification.

Relevant work experience:

Minimum of 2 years' experience in Field Sales, Account Management, Business Development, Category Development experience with CPG, distributor or retail operations or similar.

POSITION SUMMARY

Joining Nestle means you are joining the largest Food and Beverage Company in the world. At our very core, we are a human company driven by our purpose to enhance the quality of life and contribute to a healthier future.


Nestle ESAR is currently looking for a

Key Accounts Manager NP

who will develop and implement annual customer plans that are aligned with overall business and customer strategies, while achieving profitable sales objectives.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

Build a complete Customer Plan to drive the overall business. Execute plans for assigned Account (s) that are aligned with business objectives and customer strategies. Facilitate excellence in execution in daily business by planning, communicating, anticipating, measuring results consistently and implementing corrective action or learning. Nurtures productive business relationship beyond the buyer to include cross-functional leaders and reporting levels at least 1 up from the buyer/category manager. Accountable and responsible to achieve agreed upon Key Account targets and KPIs. Adheres to all Company principles and policies including Nestle trade policy, local Sales policy, local Trade Terms, Safety and legal regulations.

WHAT MAKES YOU SUCCESSFUL?

Minimum of abachelor's degree in sales or equivalent qualification. Minimum of 2 years' experience in Field Sales, Account Management, Business Development, Category Development experience with CPG, distributor or retail operations or similar. Experience in the same role within the FMCG industry is preferred. Team player with great people and negotiation skills. Experience with SAP. Demonstrated success in previous roles. Excellent proficiency with the English Language.

"Nestle is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer, seeking diversity in qualified applicants for employment. All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, ethnicity, color, gender, age, religion, nationality, disability or perceived disability, medical condition, or any other protected status, as defined by applicable law".

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. The closing date for application is 19th September 2025.