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Sales and Marketing · Full-time

Recruitment agency · Reeds Africa Consult

Key Account Manager

Employer not disclosed by agency

LimuruManager · Not statedCloses Saturday, 28 November 2026, 03:00 EATChecked 13 Nov 2026
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About this role

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Role overview

An undisclosed employer is hiring a Key Account Manager based in Limuru. This full-time role is suited for someone with experience in managing important client accounts and driving sales growth, particularly in sectors like fresh produce, FMCG, or agribusiness.

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What you will do

  • Identify and onboard strategic buyers such as supermarkets, hotels, restaurants, wholesalers, retailers, food processors, and institutional buyers.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with new and existing clients.
  • Understand clients' procurement needs, buying habits, volumes, and quality standards.
  • Create account plans to increase sales volume, revenue, and customer loyalty.
  • Negotiate pricing and supply agreements within company guidelines.
  • Maintain a sales pipeline and seek new business opportunities.
  • Achieve sales targets and revenue goals.
  • Develop strategies to boost customer purchase frequency and order value.
  • Monitor account performance and prepare sales forecasts and reports.
  • Follow up on quotations, orders, payments, and customer commitments.
  • Resolve customer complaints and service issues promptly.
  • Coordinate with internal teams to ensure timely delivery of quality produce.
  • Conduct customer visits and business reviews to promote long-term partnerships.
  • Monitor market trends, prices, customer demand, and competitors.
  • Gather customer feedback to improve products and services.
  • Support customers in using the digital marketplace and maintain accurate account records.
  • Use CRM and digital tools to track sales activities and ensure compliance with credit and pricing policies.

Requirements

  • Hold a bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Sales and Marketing, Commerce, Agribusiness, or a related field.
  • Have 3 to 5 years of experience in managing key accounts, business development, or B2B sales.
  • Experience in sectors like FMCG, agribusiness, fresh produce distribution, retail, food service, or supply chain is highly desirable.
  • Professional certification in Sales, Marketing, or Customer Relationship Management is an advantage.

How to apply

Apply through the employer's official contact by submitting your application before Saturday, 28 November 2026.

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