Description And Requirements
We are Lenovo!
Currently the number one PC vendor worldwide, we continue to be the fastest growing company in our respective field. Were a leader in genuine innovation, dreaming up and building the technology and services that enable and inspire progress around the world.
We are dedicated to fostering an environment that encourages entrepreneurism and ownership - a workplace where your talents can be challenged, and your efforts recognized and rewarded. Were the progressive thinkers, creative doers and endless tinkerers who will always challenge the traditional and who know true groundbreakers never stand still. No matter what team youre a part of, joining us you can create real impact.
Retail Account Manager is responsible for the Lenovo relationship within the assigned retail and consumer partner segment and leads with all account management requirements. The purpose of the role is to develop the Lenovo Business by aligning goals and strategies with those of the Retail/Consumer Partner to jointly grow a profitable computing business.
These are your detailed responsibilities:
- Driving strategic engagement with the Partners to maximize sales and market share
- Building strong relationships with the retail channel and promoting Lenovo End to End solutions focusing on PC, Notebooks, Android Tablets, Services, Visuals and Accessories.
- Creating Sales Funnels and managing the Sales Pipeline with Channel Retail Partners
- Executing and managing quarterly sales and marketing activities through retail base
- Execute on Business reviews with key partners Quarterly
- Establishing professional working relationships (up to the executive level) with partners, focusing on owners and decision makers
- Work closely with the field account management team across South Africa focusing on trade marketing and sales execution
You will report to our Consumer Team Leader supporting retail partners in South Africa. You will participate in weekly collaborative planning calls and meetings.
What youll bring/ Position Requirements:
- 5+ years of experience Account Management in Distribution on Vendor roles
- University degree preferred (Business Management/Marketing)
- Understanding of the IT industry, competing vendors, and the channel.
- Relationship management and influencing skills
- Ability to present, Power point and Excel knowledge
- Ability to meet targets and deadlines
- An open and stimulating environment within one of the most forward-thinking IT companies
- Flat structures and fast decision-making processes
- A modern and flexible way of working to combine personal and professional life, working from home
- An international team with a high focus on Gender Diversity
- Attractive compensation package
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any federal, state, or local protected class.
Additional Locations:
- South Africa
- South Africa
