About the role

  • Key Account Manager collaborating with OEM clients, driving business strategies, and overseeing account management for KÖNIG METALL in Gaggenau. Engaging with cross-functional teams for operational success.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with executive management to define long-term company goals and coordinate with OEM customers
  • Represent the company to customers, partners and suppliers — both domestically and internationally
  • Build and maintain a network within OEMs to gather information on new programs and product developments
  • Promote customer relationship management through regular on-site meetings
  • Actively lead the quotation process for program acquisition and contract amendments for all responsible programs
  • Prepare and implement new business strategies and/or strategies to win orders for regional and global programs
  • Responsible for the accuracy of data used in sales forecasts
  • Monitor and report on competitive market conditions, including pricing, market presence, technology, quality, etc.

Requirements

  • Degree in business administration, economics, engineering or a related technical field
  • Several years' experience working with major OEMs in the automotive and commercial vehicle industry
  • Experience in program management within an OEM environment
  • Comprehensive industry knowledge of customers and competitors
  • Understanding of advanced product quality planning processes (e.g., APQP)
  • Strong understanding of cost structures and cost drivers
  • Strong negotiation skills and a high level of responsibility
  • Excellent written and spoken English
  • Proficiency with MS Office applications and ERP systems

Benefits

  • Company pension plan
  • Remote/mobile working possible
  • Various perks such as gym memberships, vaccination campaigns, childcare cost subsidies, free parking, direct rail connection, cafeteria, company sports events, bike-leasing (Job-Bike), water dispensers, fresh fruit for employees, etc.

Job title

Key Account Manager

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Tech skills

Location requirements

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