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Key Account Manager Automotive(m/w/x)
Sales leadership for automotive OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, focusing on new project acquisition and contract negotiation. 5+ years key account management experience in automotive/industrial required. Global reach, inclusive culture, career support.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Engineering, or related field
- 5+ years key account management experience, preferably automotive/industrial
- Proven track record in project acquisition, contract negotiation, customer relationship management
- Experience working with OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, or similar stakeholders
- Familiarity with CRM systems, budgeting tools, automotive compliance standards
- Fluent German and English language skills mandatory
- Japanese or Korean language skills are a plus
- Experience with aluminum and extrusion is advantageous
- Strong sales and business development (“hunter”) mindset
- Excellent stakeholder management and collaboration skills
- Strong ability to understand and translate customer requirements
- Strong negotiation, contract management, strategic relationship management skills
- Strong problem-solving skills, proactive, solution-oriented mindset
- Ability to work independently, take initiative, adapt in dynamic environments
- Good understanding of Asian business culture
Tasks
- Manage customer portfolio and key accounts
- Drive new project acquisition and business development
- Prepare, follow up, and negotiate customer offers and contracts
- Lead sales activities within customer projects
- Plan and forecast budgets
- Collaborate proactively with internal departments, plants, and finance/debtor teams
- Maintain CRM data and support sales administration
- Ensure compliance with customer-specific, quality, and HSE requirements
- Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and industry developments
- Prepare regular sales reports, KPIs, and performance insights
- Support product launches, customer audits, and change management
- Manage pricing, profitability analysis, and cost breakdowns
- Drive customer satisfaction and lead escalation resolution
- Support strategic account planning and long-term customer development
- Lead cross-functional meetings for key customer projects
- Stay updated on automotive standards and regulations
- Perform additional responsibilities as required
Work Experience
- 5 years
Education
- Bachelor's degree
Languages
- German – Native
- English – Native
- Japanese – Basic
- Korean – Basic
Tools & Technologies
- CRM systems
- budgeting tools
Benefits
Other Benefits
- Global diversity, inclusion and belonging program
- Global reach
- Presence in 40 countries
Career Advancement
- Support for career journey
- Opportunity to build a career aligned with strengths and passions
Informal Culture
- Inclusive culture
- Global community of over 30,000 people
Modern Equipment
- Cutting-edge technology
Purpose-Driven Work
- Values of Care, Courage and Collaboration
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Key Account Manager Automotive(m/w/x)
Sales leadership for automotive OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, focusing on new project acquisition and contract negotiation. 5+ years key account management experience in automotive/industrial required. Global reach, inclusive culture, career support.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Engineering, or related field
- 5+ years key account management experience, preferably automotive/industrial
- Proven track record in project acquisition, contract negotiation, customer relationship management
- Experience working with OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, or similar stakeholders
- Familiarity with CRM systems, budgeting tools, automotive compliance standards
- Fluent German and English language skills mandatory
- Japanese or Korean language skills are a plus
- Experience with aluminum and extrusion is advantageous
- Strong sales and business development (“hunter”) mindset
- Excellent stakeholder management and collaboration skills
- Strong ability to understand and translate customer requirements
- Strong negotiation, contract management, strategic relationship management skills
- Strong problem-solving skills, proactive, solution-oriented mindset
- Ability to work independently, take initiative, adapt in dynamic environments
- Good understanding of Asian business culture
Tasks
- Manage customer portfolio and key accounts
- Drive new project acquisition and business development
- Prepare, follow up, and negotiate customer offers and contracts
- Lead sales activities within customer projects
- Plan and forecast budgets
- Collaborate proactively with internal departments, plants, and finance/debtor teams
- Maintain CRM data and support sales administration
- Ensure compliance with customer-specific, quality, and HSE requirements
- Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and industry developments
- Prepare regular sales reports, KPIs, and performance insights
- Support product launches, customer audits, and change management
- Manage pricing, profitability analysis, and cost breakdowns
- Drive customer satisfaction and lead escalation resolution
- Support strategic account planning and long-term customer development
- Lead cross-functional meetings for key customer projects
- Stay updated on automotive standards and regulations
- Perform additional responsibilities as required
Work Experience
- 5 years
Education
- Bachelor's degree
Languages
- German – Native
- English – Native
- Japanese – Basic
- Korean – Basic
Tools & Technologies
- CRM systems
- budgeting tools
Benefits
Other Benefits
- Global diversity, inclusion and belonging program
- Global reach
- Presence in 40 countries
Career Advancement
- Support for career journey
- Opportunity to build a career aligned with strengths and passions
Informal Culture
- Inclusive culture
- Global community of over 30,000 people
Modern Equipment
- Cutting-edge technology
Purpose-Driven Work
- Values of Care, Courage and Collaboration
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About the Company
Norsk Hydro ASA
Industry
Manufacturing
Description
Das Unternehmen leistet einen wertvollen Beitrag zur Kreislaufwirtschaft und Dekarbonisierung in der Industrie.
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