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Account Manager

Manpower SA (Pty) Ltd.·South Africa, south-africa·Default
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-Closes Dec 1, 2026

Account Manager Are you an experienced Account Manager within the marketing or agency environment seeking a new opportunity with a fast-growing company? This role offers the opportunity to manage a portfolio of brands, develop marketing strategies and build strong working relationships with key business stakeholders.Key Responsibilities

Serve as the main point of contact for assigned business units, developing strong relationships and understanding their marketing objectives.

Develop and implement tailored marketing strategies and budgets aligned with individual business goals.

Coordinate internal creative, digital and marketing teams, providing clear briefs and ensuring priorities are understood.

Monitor campaign results and marketing performance, using insights and data to identify areas for improvement.

Collaborate with sales teams to strengthen programme positioning and support lead generation and conversion.

Oversee campaign schedules and deliverables in collaboration with project management teams.

Provide regular performance updates and recommendations to relevant stakeholders.

Manage multiple brands and business requirements while ensuring consistent service delivery.

Degree in Marketing, Business Management or a related field.

Minimum 4 years' experience in Account Management, Marketing or a similar role, preferably within an agency environment.

Experience managing multiple clients, brands or business accounts simultaneously.

Understanding of digital marketing performance, campaign reporting and lead conversion metrics.

Ability to interpret marketing data and translate findings into practical recommendations.

Strong client relationship management and communication skills.

Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing deadlines and priorities.

Comfortable working across different teams and taking ownership of multiple responsibilities.

Desired Skills:

key account manager

marketing account manager

client relationship manager

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Company

Manpower SA (Pty) Ltd.

Location

South Africa, south-africa

Employment

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Experience

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Valid until

December 1, 2026

Created

November 2, 2026

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