Talent Program for Emerging Markets E&A - Key Account Manager

Smart mind taking initiative and creating value. Natural leader with a business oriented, entrepreneurial and innovative mindset. High integrity and always seeking new opportunities and ways to challenge and develop. And most importantly; seeing opportunities where others don’t.

Does this sound like you? Then you are the right candidate for our

SKF Talent Program for Emerging Markets E&A

 Focus Key Account Manager South Africa

As Key Account Manager South Africa you will identify new business opportunities within defined key industries for growth, develop sales strategies, build strong customer relations and carry out customer acquisition and retention activities. You will contribute to SKF growth and be part of a committed team with a global market leader.

To prepare you for this key sales position for South Africa, throughout a 9-months Acceleration Program you will get a fast-track, 360° learning experience across Europe and Africa locations, covering commercial processes, technical service, manufacturing operations, and direct customer engagement.

You will be involved with a wide range of industries and business functions to rapidly develop into a well-rounded sales professional.

Whether you want to make the world more sustainable, find innovative solutions for businesses or be at the forefront of technological change, SKF is the place for you!  If you want to help create a more sustainable world, develop innovative business solutions, or lead technological change, SKF is the right place for you! With 40,000 driven and inspiring SKF colleagues across the globe, you can contribute to positive progress.

What we expect you to have

• Master’s degree or equivalent within engineering, business, international trade, entrepreneurship in combination with extracurricular activities
• Demonstrated result-oriented and innovative mind-set and experience
• International and cross culture experiences.
• 0-2 years of working experience after Master’s graduation
• Full professional working proficiency in English.
• Ability to travel

What do you need to thrive in this program

• Ability to Drive and energy to deliver results
• A Business oriented mindset
• High flexibility and mobility
• Create value and deliver results
• Demonstrate a sense of ownership and empowerment
• Openness and curiosity with ability to share own and others' ideas in a diverse and international environment
• Demonstrates a high level of integrity

What we offer / what you can expect

•  A 9-month learning experience with a permanent employment at SKF Kenya
• The opportunity to participate in, or manage, real projects in an international environment
• Professional development and growth throughout the whole program
• Project management & leadership trainings and experiences
• A solid professional network – both locally and globally
• An exciting career opportunity after completing the 9 months acceleration program

What you’ll love about SKF...

*A culture of diversity and inclusion!    SKF is committed to creating a diverse environment, and we firmly believe that a diverse workforce is essential for our continued success. Therefore, we only focus on your experience, skills, and potential. Come as you are – just be yourself. #weareSKF   

*The sales acceleration program in a nutshell… Following the initial assignment, future rotations across locations, functions, and business units the development program will be tailored to the candidate’s aspirations and business requirements, with the aim of accelerating their development into well-rounded professionals ready for a key role in the Sales environment to take over.

Some additional information

The position is located in Johannesburg, South Africa – on a local permanent contract.

For questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact Marta Jackowiak, Talent Acquisition Europe & Africa, at marta.jackowiak@skf.com. Please note that we will screen applicants continuously and do not accept applications sent by e-mail.

To support a transparent process, we may include assessments and before hiring we can verify the information in your application in compliance with country-specific laws and regulations.

If you are interested and meet above requirements, please submit your application with CV in English no later than August 12th, 2026.

What are you waiting for? Join our SKF Talent Program for Emerging Markets E&A and let’s change the world together!