GREENER PASTURES - JOB OPPORTUNITIES IN KENYA - Knowledge Transfer Center Account Manager

Knowledge Transfer Center is a leading provider of internationally recognized ICT & Technology related business training, delivered in partnerships with leading global technology vendors and service delivery partners.

At KTC, we don't offer acceptable educational experiences but cutting edge interactive educational adventures that elevate our students knowledge level in a capacity that is both inspiring and transformational.

Due to rapid expansion, we are seeking results oriented, highly motivated and enthusiastic individuals to fill the following vacant position;

Account Manager –Training
KTC/KE/AM/2011
The Account Manager will be charged with creation, development and successful closure of training opportunities for the Knowledge Transfer Centre

This position reports to the Business Development Manager-KTC with the following duties and responsibilities:

• Developing account plans and sales strategies that ensure attainment of company sales goals and profitability.
• Developing a solid sales funnel of training opportunities
• Developing and maintaining of a comprehensive client database
• Responsibility for creating new accounts, establishing training requirements and following up on leads given by other cross functional teams.
• Providing timely, accurate, competitive pricing on all trainings packages, while striving to maintain maximum profit margin.
• Creating and conducting competitive proposal presentations and RFP responses.
• Liaising with the Marketing department to ensure regular distribution of client publications and updating of course materials.
• Working closely with vendors and partners to pursue client leads and new products training as well as keeping abreast with their strategy plans and market trends.
• Preparation of regular sales reports as required.

The Candidate should have:

• A Bachelor’s degree in a business or IT related field
• As a mandatory requirement, an understanding of IT products available in the region (Cisco, Juniper, Oracle, Sun and others).
• At least 3 years of experience (IT sales)
• A competitive desire to produce and succeed with a proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales and profit targets

For the above position, you require to be a good communicator, strong willed and with well developed presentation skills. You are also required to be a self starter and passionate about selling.
If you posses the above qualities, please post your CV onto our careers page on our website: www.sevenseastech.com or email your CV to talent@ktc-africa.com by 9th September 2011