Account Manager - Networking & Cybersecurity

  • Information Technology
  • Durban
  • 10/05/2023
  • Wage Agreement
  • Full Time
  • Urgent
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JOB PROFILE:

Job Title: Account Manager - Networking and Cyber Security

Division: Durban

Location & Address: La Lucia Ridge, Durban

Reports to: Regional Executive

Direct Subordinates: Internal Account Manager

Total Staff in Function: 2

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:

Internal:

  • Procurement
  • Sales Operations
  • Brand Operations
  • Account Managers
  • Systems Engineers / Presales
  • Marketing
  • Logistics
  • Regional Managers

External:

  • Vendor
  • Resellers
  • End Users
  • Vendor Alliance Partners

JOB SUMMARY:

Main Purpose of Position:

  • To manage, maintain and grow First Distribution’s Networking product sales within the assigned reseller base.
  • Perform administrative responsibilities within assigned accounts and brands.

Key Performance Areas:

KPA

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

Manage the Sales and align with all Brand objectives for Network and Cyber Security Portfolio to partner base.

  • Driving revenue targets through targeted set of Small, Medium and large Resellers.
  • Driving Relevant Networking and Cyber Security brand Strategy and portfolio within existing resellers but not limited to the business development of New Resellers.
  • Display key competencies of knowledge re relevant brand programs and relevant portfolio of products including relevant brand certifications.
  • Weekly Business Review Session with Relevant brand managers.
  • Weekly Business Review with Line Manager – Sales Manager
  • Drive targeted partner development planning
  • Drive All Networking and Cyber Security Sales Strategy and overview sessions with Business Partners with the support of the Brand Managers.
  • Existing and New (Networking and Cyber Security) partner recruitment and Development
  • On-boarding process re Operational processes within focus list with relevant brand managers.
  • Build and manage effective relationships with relevant team members
  • Ensure the satisfactory execution of the aligned business plan in conjunction with your sales Manager and relevant Brand Manager
  • Demonstrate sales growth.
  • Manage Demo Accounts – ensure that the reseller’s expectation is managed in terms of Demo Due back dates.
  • Report opportunity details to Line Manager (Sales Manager) and brand manager on a regular basis (weekly) showing deal progression and pipeline creation using Customer Relationship Management system
  • Ensure that sales targets are achieved and report any deviations with detailed explanations.
  • Ensure targeted profit margins are achieved
  • Ensure rebate targets are achieved as set out in accordance with sales budgets
  • Ensure weekly activities and minutes of meetings are reported to Regional Sales Manager.
  • Ensure productivity reports and sales forecasts are submitted to Sales Manager.
  • Stay current with industry trends
  • Identify and onboard potential new partners

Marketing

  • Engage with Resellers and Brand Managers on required Marketing events / initiatives, discuss plans and ensure Brand and Sales Manager Sign off.
  • Help drive the expectations and deliverables manage partner marketing plan with Brand Manager
  • Engage with brand in Quarterly and Annual Marketing Planning sessions with Relevant brand and (non-Relevant brand Targeted Partners Partner Enablement (Target, Certifications, growth)
  • Communicate and pique interest of quarterly/ weekly Promo and Programs and events
  • Brand Manager is to - Develop an Account Plan that documents the key sales & marketing strategies and performance and success within the focus list, Senior account manager is to keep partner updated consistently to ensure ROI of Marketing investments.

People Management

  • Attend training provided by Networking and Cyber Security Brands to become totally self-sufficient in the sales of Relevant Brands.
  • Sales Certifications are to be up to date

Administration

  • Load CRM
  • Request and evaluation quotes for submission
  • Follow up on quotes
  • Follow up on operations responses
  • Manage SLA with brand operations
  • Managing the deal from start to finish

COMPETENCIES:

Knowledge – You must know:

Skills – You must be able to perform:

Attributes – You must in a way that will drive successful performance which is supported by the Company’s values.

  • Knowledge of relevant brand products and process.
  • Knowledge of vendor structure to have the correct point of contact.
  • Knowledge of information management industry in South Africa.
  • Knowledge of IT Industry.
  • Excel Intermediate
  • Demonstrated accuracy and attention to detail with numbers
  • Demonstrated confidentiality.
  • Ability to deliver on service level agreements.
  • Demonstrated ability towards business intelligence.
  • Emotional Intelligence.
  • Adhere to all policies and procedures that are implemented by the Company.
  • Attitude – always demonstrate your best in your role and ensure professional attitude with internal and external customers.
  • Respect - demonstrate respect with actions and words to internal and external customers.
  • Accountability – accountable for the consequences of your action, both positive and negative.
  • Integrity – consistently honest and truthful in dealings with peers, customers, and vendors.
  • Teamwork– strive to work productively in co-operation with one another, fostering a healthy atmosphere with mutual support, thus allowing everyone to achieve their own work-related goals.
  • Enjoyment – be creative and enrich the working atmosphere.

Internal training associated with competencies:

  • Attend all internal and vendor-based training.

Minimum Qualification :

  • 2-3 Years in a similar sales or account management role

Minimum Experience:

  • Cyber Security Sales Experience, emphasis on FortiGate Brand

Nice-to-have Skills:

  • Fortinet Certification

Additional Skills:

  • Strong Self Motivational and Empowerment skills.
  • Strong Communication Skills.
  • Strong Relationship and Self-Management Skills.
  • Takes Initiative.
  • Works well with all kinds of people.
  • Remains calm under pressure.

Physical Requirements:

  • Must have own vehicle.

Office Requirements:

  • Work-from-office environment.
  • Semi-formal dress code.
  • Working hours are from 08:00 – 17:00.
  • Excellent international business language skills (English), both written and verbal.
  • Reliable transport to and from the office.

Note:

  • The remuneration package will be discussed during the interviewing process.
  • Follow through with a 3-month probation review which will be scheduled by Human Resources monthly.
  • You will be required to perform such duties as reasonably required by the business. Your job description may be amended from time to time if it is valid and reasonable.
  • You will serve the Company or any Associated Entity in such capacity as management may reasonably require.
  • Duties must be performed` faithfully, diligently and to the best of your abilities. You agree to use your best endeavors to promote the best interests of the Company and any Associated Entity.
  • You may be required within reason, to work outside of set duties and/or perform in more than one role.

Job Types: Permanent, Full-time

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Durban, KwaZulu-Natal: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

  • Bachelors (Preferred)

Experience:

  • IT Account Management: 3 years (Required)
  • Cybersecurity Product: 3 years (Required)
  • Networking Product: 3 years (Required)