The Key Account Manager (KAM) is responsible for delivering on action plans to achieve specified targets. He/She works with Channel partners on strategic selling to meet and exceed sales targets, and uncover existing and future project opportunities.
Principal responsibilities:
Sales Quotas & Results:
- Ensure monthly and quarterly targets are achieved;
- Listing of core and premium SKUs by category;
- Develop account profile-key accounts/revenue /competitors;
- Create revenue plan by account with buyer – Forecasting 120 days out
- Deliver action plan by account to achieve target revenues;
- Weekly account schedule to review inventory and ad plans;
- Expand line in all categories;
- Provide timely competitive information to head office;
- Ensure proper brand message is delivered in all materials i.e. Flyer, POP, Web, Radio, In-Store;
- Develop account specific promotional plans 120 days out;
- Will contribute to the development of key account sales goals and KPI measures;
Administration:
- Manage inventory and sell-through activities;
- Gap analysis by major account to find opportunities;
- Market analysis worksheet-to be continually updated on monthly basis;
- Revenue and share data by category including market trends – weekly;
- Service related issues;
- Credit related concerns;
- Maintain proactive relationship with order fulfillment counterpart;
- Pre and Post Meeting Files for accurate after action plans;
- Managing multi-level relationships at assigned accounts;
- Keeping senior management abreast of all areas of development;
Self-Improvement & Training:
- Memorize product knowledge and related materials;
- Maintain expert knowledge of key competitors in key growth categories;
- Keep abreast of industry trends and market intelligence through E-learning, industry magazines, sales related materials, trade shows, etc.
Knowledge , skills and abilities:
Relevant experience (s) & duration: University degree preferably in business & 5-10 years’ experience
Knowledge and skills (general and technical):
- Prior experience with Consumer Electronics is a huge plus;
- Strong communication, both written and verbal;
- Proficient in PC skills specifically Microsoft applications with emphasis on Excel;
- Strong organizational skills;
- Self-Starter;
- Quick learner.
Interested Candidates please send your CV indicating the title of position in the subject line of your message, otherwise, your candidacy will not be considered.