The Key account manager is responsible for all commercial aspects of the product portfolio. His/her tasks include, at project level, customer relationship management, new business development (acquisition), commercial management of future models up to product launch and commercial management of current models throughout the product life cycle. The Sales Manager works with a cross-functional program team led by a Program Manager and is the main interface with the client's purchasing organization (project level).

Responsibilities:

• Supports the definition of the customer strategy according to the product portfolio
• Establish and develop a close relationship with the customer contacts (purchasing, technical, programs)
• Organization and implementation of concept workshops at customer site
• Support in the acquisition of new projects and customer advice within the framework of the sales activity
• Responsibility for commercial aspects of the project throughout the project life cycle
• Must be familiar with and adhere to processes, regulations and procedures practiced in the company, e.g. company mission statement, organizational structure, quality management manual, procedural instructions, work instructions, company regulations, guidelines on environmental protection and occupational safety, etc.

Job Requirements:

• MBA preferred
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills required
• Successfully completed commercial-technical studies (industrial engineering, mechanical engineering, plastics technology or similar) or comparable training with focus on sales
• Bachelor’s in engineering, Business or related field required
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Proven organizational and leadership skills required
• Valid drivers license

At least 4 years of relevant work experience esp. in the automotive environment