Dynamic Advisory Key Account Manager with a proven track record at Huawei Technologies Africa, excelling in client relationship building and revenue generation. Expert in crafting tailored account strategies and enhancing customer satisfaction through effective communication and problem-solving. Achieved consistent sales targets while fostering long-term partnerships and driving business growth.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Advisory Key Account Manager
Huawei Technology Africa PTY LTD
01.2024 - Current
Monitored client satisfaction through regular feedback mechanisms,adapting strategies to meet evolving needs.
Facilitated training sessions for new account managers, sharing best practices, and enhancing team capabilities.
Retained and developed a significant customer base by working with senior staff to create added value in customer experiences.
Crafted personalized account plans that aligned with client
objectives, securing long-term partnerships.
Oversaw invoicing and payment processes for key accounts,
ensuring accuracy and timely processing.
Developed and implemented sales strategy for new business
opportunities across account portfolios, and broader businesses.
Analyzed competitors' offerings to inform strategic planning and
maintain competitive advantage.
Built and capitalized on relationships by networking with important influencers and decision-makers, to position the company as a premier industry brand.
Developed new business opportunities in existing customer portfolios to meet, upgrade, and cross-sell revenue targets.
Tracked and analyzed key account trends, identifying opportunities for growth, and eliminating potential threats.
Managed key account matters, including solving issues, updating on project milestones, attending meetings, and managing other communications.
Applied excellent negotiation, upselling, and sales techniques to maximise revenue.
Led crisis management efforts for accounts facing challenges,
restoring client confidence, and preserving business continuity.
Analyzed client needs to recommend products and services that matched their requirements, enhancing client satisfaction
Key Account Manager
Huawei Technologies Africa PTY LTD
01.2023 - 01.2024
Consistently met and exceeded • department targets.
Provided exemplary level of service to clients, maintaining and
improving relationships for future business opportunities.
Frequently visited customers to maintain positive and productive
relationships.
Communicated with customers to immediately determine and resolve problems, avoiding escalation.
Kept and managed records for assigned clients, serving as point of contact for account-related transactions and issues.
Fostered cooperative and positive communication with clients for project success.
Co-ordinated with cross-functional teams to deliver comprehensive solutions that met client needs.
Organized client events and workshops, strengthening relationships and showcasing new products.
Consistently achieved or surpassed sales targets.
Sales Engineer
Huawei Technologies Africa PTY LTD
01.2020 - 01.2023
Managed challenging customer requests in CPE projects, TX
projects and 5G growth initiatives.
Delivered 5G site planning equipment and CPE devices on schedule,meeting rollout deadlines.
Maintained and enhanced relationships with key decision makers within the IT, Cloud, and Transmission departments.
Monitored project progress and resolved customer concerns for end to-end satisfaction.
Assistant Sales Engineer
Huawei Technologies Africa PTY LTD
12.2017 - 01.2020
Provided ongoing sales support to improve customer loyalty and
satisfaction.
Attended professional development workshops to enhance sales and technical skills, driving personal growth.
Arranged various technical summits and workshops for the
customers for whom I was responsible.
Participated in team meetings to discuss sales targets, reporting on progress, and addressing challenges.
Maintained detailed records of sales activities, including client
interactions and transaction histories.
Assisted Senior Account Managers in daily tasks.
Responsible for the Wireless Department: handling all issues and problems when it comes to device testing.
Internship Trainer
RSC Consulting
08.2017 - 09.2017
Witnessed arbitration hearings.
Witnessed consolidation and disciplinary hearings.
Witnessed payroll payouts, health & safety procedures, employment equity program's, polygraph testing, and Evalex testing
Internship Trainer
Labour Net
05.2017 - 06.2017
Witnessed disciplinary procedures.
Witnessed conciliation and arbitration at the CCMA.
Witnessed poor work performance consultations and witnessed redundancies.
Education
Certificate - Negotiations
Scotwork
Sandton, South Africa
04.2001 -
Diploma - Project Management
IMSIMBI Training
Randburg, South Africa
04.2001 -
Honours in Labour Law -
North West University
Potchefstroom, South Africa
04.2001 -
B. Com Human Resource Management - Human Resource Management
North West University
Potchefstroom, South Africa
04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Kempton Park Highschool
Kempton Park
04.2001 -
Skills
Key account management
Client relationship building
Account management
Business development
Revenue generation
Client needs assessment
Sales negotiations
Team collaboration
Excellent communication
Self motivation
Problem-solving abilities
Analytical thinking
Multitasking Abilities
Timeline
Advisory Key Account Manager
Huawei Technology Africa PTY LTD
01.2024 - Current
Key Account Manager
Huawei Technologies Africa PTY LTD
01.2023 - 01.2024
Sales Engineer
Huawei Technologies Africa PTY LTD
01.2020 - 01.2023
Assistant Sales Engineer
Huawei Technologies Africa PTY LTD
12.2017 - 01.2020
Internship Trainer
RSC Consulting
08.2017 - 09.2017
Internship Trainer
Labour Net
05.2017 - 06.2017
Certificate - Negotiations
Scotwork
04.2001 -
Diploma - Project Management
IMSIMBI Training
04.2001 -
Honours in Labour Law -
North West University
04.2001 -
B. Com Human Resource Management - Human Resource Management
North West University
04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Kempton Park Highschool
04.2001 -
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