- Johannesburg
- Salary: (Negotiable)
- Job Type: Permanent
- Sectors: General
- Reference: 79123
Vacancy Details
Employer: Unique Personnel
Main Purpose of the Job:
This role will manage major online retail accounts end, driving revenue growth and improved profitability through scalable, innovative commercial strategies, comprehensive joint business plans, and broad channel coverage.
As the primary owner of pure-player relationships at both working and senior-manager levels, the KAM will build meaningful, data-driven partnerships with key online partners while closely coordinating with internal cross-functional teams to deliver measurable results.
Duties and Responsibilities
Account Ownership & Commercial Performance
Own the Pure Player execution, driving sustainable growth and margin expansion.
Achieve agreed upon sales targets and outcomes within schedule.
Analyse the territory/market’s potential, track sales, and status reports.
Perform cost-benefit and needs analysis of existing/potential customers to meet their needs.
Identify growth opportunities through assortment expansion, pricing optimization, promotions, and improved retail execution.
Joint Business Planning & Platform Management
Support the development and execution of Joint Business Plans (JBPs) with Pure Players, aligned to company ’s short- and long-term growth objectives.
Manage ongoing commercial negotiations including promotions, visibility programs, media investments, and platform initiatives.
Build and maintain strong working relationships with the Pure Player category, commercial, and operations teams.
Establish, develop, and maintain positive business and customer relationships.
The implementation of promotions when applicable.
Supply management with reports on customer needs, problems, interests, competitive activities, and potential for new products and services.
Provide ongoing market intelligence to management.
This role will manage major online retail accounts end, driving revenue growth and improved profitability through scalable, innovative commercial strategies, comprehensive joint business plans, and broad channel coverage.
As the primary owner of pure-player relationships at both working and senior-manager levels, the KAM will build meaningful, data-driven partnerships with key online partners while closely coordinating with internal cross-functional teams to deliver measurable results.
Duties and Responsibilities
Account Ownership & Commercial Performance
Own the Pure Player execution, driving sustainable growth and margin expansion.
Achieve agreed upon sales targets and outcomes within schedule.
Analyse the territory/market’s potential, track sales, and status reports.
Perform cost-benefit and needs analysis of existing/potential customers to meet their needs.
Identify growth opportunities through assortment expansion, pricing optimization, promotions, and improved retail execution.
Joint Business Planning & Platform Management
Support the development and execution of Joint Business Plans (JBPs) with Pure Players, aligned to company ’s short- and long-term growth objectives.
Manage ongoing commercial negotiations including promotions, visibility programs, media investments, and platform initiatives.
Build and maintain strong working relationships with the Pure Player category, commercial, and operations teams.
Establish, develop, and maintain positive business and customer relationships.
The implementation of promotions when applicable.
Supply management with reports on customer needs, problems, interests, competitive activities, and potential for new products and services.
Provide ongoing market intelligence to management.
Candidate Requirements
Knowledge, Qualifications and ExperienceBachelor’s Degree- Marketing/Digital Marketing preferred or equivalent or 5+ years of experience in e-Commerce Account Management, marketplace management.
Hands-on experience managing Pure Player platforms
Strong understanding of marketplace levers: pricing, promotions, content, media, fulfilment, and conversion.
Proven ability to manage complex cross-functional stakeholders.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into action.
Bachelor’s degree required.
Attention to detail.
Excellent verbal communication.
Advanced Excel skills.
Own vehicle and a valid driver’s license.
Ability to manage large SKU counts.
Understanding of digital marketing.
Knowledge of e-commerce retail and marketplace algorithms.
Skills, Competencies and Attributes
Proven work experience as a KAM
Highly motivated and target driven with a proven track record in sales
Excellent selling, negotiation, and communication skills
Prioritizing, time management and organizational skills
Relationship management skills and openness to feedback
Excellent listening skills to respond to customers' needs, wants, and concerns
Operational Excellence & Execution
Execute company ’s Pure Player operating model, including:
SKU Optimization and content excellence
Promotional planning and calendar execution
Media activation and performance optimization
Buy box protection and pricing governance
Partner with Operations and Supply Chain to optimize fulfilment strategies (MELI Full, Flex, FBM, cross-border).
Monitor inventory levels, in-stock rates, and forecasts to mitigate risk and maximize sell through.
On-time reporting and completion of daily administration objectives.
Expedite the resolution of customer problems and complaints to maximize satisfaction.
Content, Media & Conversion Optimization
Ensure best-in-class content across all priority SKUs, aligned to company’s brand standards and platform-specific best practices.
Partner with the marketing team to plan and execute paid and organic growth strategies, optimizing ROAS and conversion.
Continuously test and optimize content, media, and promotional mechanics to improve onsite performance.
Manage online product listings, ensuring accurate content, imagery, pricing, and digital merchandising to optimise visibility and conversion.
Monitor marketplace dashboards and account performance metrics including GMV, sell through, conversion rate, stock cover, and ROAS.
Manage retail media and sponsored campaigns to improve product visibility and ranking within marketplace algorithms.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Act as the central point of coordination between Pure Players and internal teams including Sales, Marketing, Finance and Product Managers.
Provide clear performance insights and recommendations to leadership, including risks, opportunities, and trade-offs.
Coordinate sales effort with team members and other departments.
Participate in sales meetings and regular training.
Reporting & Insights
Own weekly and monthly business reviews, including dashboards, insights, and action plans.
Translate data into clear commercial narratives for senior leadership.
Supply management with reports on customer needs, problems, interests, competitive activities, and opportunities.
Provide ongoing market intelligence and actionable insights to management.
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