Role Overview:
The E-commerce Account Manager is responsible for engaging and onboarding vendors per the client-provided target list. This role includes lead qualification, setting up vendor meetings, conducting onboarding presentations, and managing the contract finalization process.
Key Responsibilities & Deliverables:
Vendor Engagement & Onboarding
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Conduct Lead Qualification & Chase, ensuring target vendors are engaged
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Schedule and conduct introduction meetings, using Amazon-provided pitch decks
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Own vendor relationships until contract finalization, ensuring smooth onboarding
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Send the onboarding pack (PowerPoint, T&Cs, PHP catalog template) to vendors.
Contract Management & KPI Execution
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Guide vendors through contract signing and listing information submission.
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Identify vendors who may struggle with compliance and provide necessary guidance.
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Ensure accurate tracking of vendor onboarding metrics, reporting progress to leadership.
Performance Reporting & Compliance
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Maintain accurate vendor onboarding status records.
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Ensure daily KPI tracking is up to date
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Use standardized checklists before escalating any issues
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Expedite completion of PHP catalog templates and share them with Amazon VM.
Skills & Competencies Required:
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Sales & Negotiation Skills – Ability to close vendor agreements successfully.
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Presentation & Communication – Comfortably conduct onboarding meetings and negotiations.
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Data Tracking & Reporting – Strong ability to track onboarding progress and update KPI dashboards
Problem Solving – Ability to identify onboarding issues and escalate when necessary.
Minimum Qualifications & Experience:
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Education: Matric + Diploma/Degree in Business or related field preferred.
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Experience: Minimum 3+ years in B2B sales, vendor onboarding, or e-commerce.
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Technical Skills: CRM, PowerPoint, Google Sheets (for tracking).
Other Requirements: Own reliable vehicle and valid driver’s license.