Digital Account Executive

DIGITAL ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE
Our Client
Cape Town (Onsite)
Location: Bree Street, CBD, Cape Town

CORE PURPOSE OF THE JOB:
The Digital Account Executive will serve as the regional sales lead for key regional customers while partnering with internal teams to formulate, recommend, and implement innovative and effective digital strategies, solutions, and services for our client.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:
Actively seek out new and potential business within the client base with the aim to achieve and exceed sales targets and budgets
Collaborate with internal teams to create effective end-to-end digital marketing solutions to drive results
Prepare and present monthly plans to achieve objectives
Develop strategic sales strategies and plans with other sales teams in the business
Ensure maximum value extraction and maintenance of client contracts
Resolve implementation, production, and platform/product issues within agreed turnaround times

QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE:
Relevant tertiary qualification with at least 3–5 years' experience in digital marketing, agency, or brand environment
Digital marketing qualification will be an advantage
Creative brand knowledge
Strong interest in technology and digital marketing
Advanced computer skills

BEHAVIOURS & ATTRIBUTES:
Service-driven and self-motivated
Excellent presentation skills
Ability to understand customer needs
Strong communication and negotiation skills
Resilient to criticism/rejection
Team player