Events and Activations Accounts manager (Johannesburg)

Job description

Events and Activations Account Manager
Location: Hybrid – 3 days remote, 2 days in-office
Reports to: Sales Manager

Your mission

To drive repeat business and revenue through outstanding event activations. You’ll manage end-to-end client relationships for experiential campaigns—from ideation to post-event analysis—delivering consistent, polished results that clients return for.

Outcomes (12-Month Scorecard)

• Close R15–R32 million in campaign revenue from new and existing clients
• Deliver 20+ successful events, each meeting timing, budget, and quality KPIs
• Maintain 90%+ client satisfaction and retention from event clients
• Build and manage a portfolio of 4+ high-value, active event clients
• Develop and manage repeatable event templates and processes that reduce lead time and costs

Key responsibilities:

• Pitch, plan, and manage national and regional event activations
• Oversee all logistics: venue, permits, staffing, production, and live execution
• Own the client relationship: brief, proposal, execution, and post-event reporting
• Partner with internal teams to deliver high-quality events under pressure
• Ensure delivery on brand objectives, footfall targets, and visual excellence
• Manage budgets, supplier negotiations, and margin control
• Lead or contribute to the centre court and retail eventing strategy
• Stay plugged into eventing trends, tech, and tools that enhance brand impact

Perks:

• Hybrid working: 3 days remote, 2 in-office
• Work with household brands on high-visibility campaigns
• Join a team that delivers excellence without the drama
• Attractive commission structure and long-term career growth

Why this role exists

This is not just another job. It's a chance to take ownership of a growing revenue stream inside Grapevine, with multinationals and other top-tier brands already waiting to engage. If you're ready to lead events that work and wow, this is your moment.

What you’ll need

• 5+ years’ experience in events, activations, brand experience or shopper marketing
• A proven track record of hitting sales/revenue targets in a client-facing role
• Experience in end-to-end event production, including supplier and logistics management
• Strong project management and multitasking skills
• Excellent presentation, negotiation, and relationship-building ability
• Bonus: Background in centre court activations, mall campaigns, or beauty brands

Posted on 06 Oct 10:27, Closing date 30 Nov