Job title: Account Manager – Botswana

Company: Westcon Group, Inc.

Job description:

 

 

JOB DESCRIPTION

ROLE DESCRIPTION

Assumes role as Account Manager for Westcon-Comstor to create long-term, trusting relationships with our customers. The Account Manager’s role is to oversee a portfolio of assigned customers, develop new business from existing clients and actively seek new sales opportunities

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Assumes responsibility for researching and developing sales strategies for assigned products and services
*Conducts market research to determine customer needs and potential matches to specific products
*Operating as the lead point of contact for any and all matters specific to your accounts
*Building and maintaining strong, long-lasting relationships with key accounts and stakeholders
*Overseeing customer account management, including negotiating and closing deals to maximize profit
*Ensure the timely and successful delivery of our solutions according to customer needs and objectives
*Clearly communicate the progress of monthly/quarterly initiatives to internal and external stakeholders
*Develop new business with existing clients and identify opportunities to increase existing accounts to meet sales quotas
*Forecast and track key account metrics (e.g. monthly, quarterly sales and annual results and forecasts)
*Prepare forecasts & any related reports on account status as requested
*Collaborate with the team to identify and grow opportunities within territory
*Researches and develops potential customer lists and prospects for new business and accounts for assigned products
*Provides market information to management for sales budget development and strategic plans
*Develops and delivers professional sales presentations for resellers and end users
*Meets and tracks established sales quotas and revenue goals
*Management of GP Margin and factors related therein

Assumes responsibility for maintaining productive relations with vendor, clients, customers, and internal and external sales contacts
*Ensures the delivery of products and services within established timeframes. Works to exceed customer expectations
*Ensures that customers, third parties, and business alliances are well informed through continual feedback and communication
*Ensures that requests and problems are promptly tracked and resolved
*Promotes goodwill and a positive image of The company. Ensures that The company’s professional reputation is maintained
*Ensures that The company’s high levels of service is maintained
*Ensures that all requirements for set target achievements are fulfilled
*Sales breadth and run rate business is preserved analyzed and expanded

Assumes responsibility for maintaining effective communication, coordination and working relations with Company personnel and management
*Coordinates delivery of products and services with logistics, operations and all other related personnel
*Assists company and division as required
*Keeps management well informed of activities and significant problems

Assumes responsibility for related duties as required or assigned
*Stays informed of developments and changes in the industry and the market
*Attends related training as required
*Completes certification training as required
*Completes special projects as assigned
*Any reasonable and lawful instruction related to work and given by an authorized person

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Experience
*Minimum of 3 years previous IT account management experience, preferably in IT distribution
*Proven sales track record

Required Knowledge
*Knowledge of customer service and support processes
*Understanding of product positioning & competitive conditions
*Strong knowledge and understanding of sales & marketing strategies, techniques and principles

Education & Certification
*Vendor related certification a must
*Relevant degree /diploma in sales, marketing, business studies is advantageous

Operating Environment
*Busy Sales Office
*Valid drivers license & own vehicle is essential for customer visits

Skills and Abilities
*Excellent sales ability including opening and closing deals
*Well organized and attentive to detail
*Strong planning skills
*Excellent oral, written, presentation and negotiation skills – cross culturally
*Able to analyze and problem solve
*Have sufficient technical knowledge of the industry
*Commercial business acumen
*Administratively competent

Westcon-Comstor (WestconGroup Inc.) is a value-added technology distributor of category-leading solutions in Security, Collaboration, Networking and Data Center. We are transforming the technology supply chain through our global capabilities in Cloud, Global Deployment and Services. Through a unique physical and digital distribution network, we extend our partners’ global reach while providing the local expertise needed to successfully navigate worldwide opportunities. We combine expert technical and market knowledge with industry-leading partner enablement programs. Collaborating with our partners in a unique engagement model, we strive to provide an exceptional partner experience by delivering results together. Westcon-Comstor goes to market under the Westcon and Comstor brands.

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