Key Account Manager – automotive industry

Approach People; Zürich; Presencial; CHF 110.000 - 150.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Our client in the automotive sector is seeking a Key Account Manager to drive commercial operations, expand market presence, and develop key strategic accounts in Switzerland. You will build long-term relationships with clients, negotiate contracts, and work with marketing, product development and logistics to optimize satisfaction.

Ideal candidates have at least 5 years in key account management within automotive, strong negotiation and communication skills, fluency in English and French, and

Formación

• 5+ years in key account management in automotive or related sector.
• Proven track record of growing key accounts.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Ability to analyze market data and develop strategic account plans.
• Willingness to travel to meet clients and attend events.

Responsabilidades

• Manage and develop key accounts by building long-term relationships.
• Identify new business opportunities and increase revenue within accounts.
• Negotiate contracts and commercial terms with key partners.
• Analyze market trends to adapt business strategies.
• Collaborate with marketing, product development and logistics to optimize satisfaction.
• Monitor account performance and implement improvements.
• Represent company at trade shows and industry events to identify opportunities.
• Provide tailored solutions and proactive support to ensure satisfaction.
• Develop and execute account-specific sales plans aligned with objectives.

Conocimientos

Key account management

Automotive industry

Negotiation

Communication

Market analysis

Account planning

Multilingual (English & French)

Travel readiness

Descripción del empleo

Our client is a leading company in the automotive industry, specializing in high-quality vehicle components and mobility solutions. With a strong international presence, they are seeking a Key Account Manager to drive commercial operations, expand market presence, and develop key strategic accounts.

Your Responsibilities

• Manage and develop key accounts by building long-term relationships with clients.

• Identify new business opportunities and increase revenue within existing accounts.

• Negotiate contracts and commercial terms with key partners.

• Analyze market trends and customer needs to adapt business strategies accordingly.

• Work closely with internal teams (marketing, product development, logistics) to optimize client satisfaction.

• Monitor account performance through data analysis and implement improvement strategies.

• Participate in trade shows and industry events to strengthen client relationships and identify new opportunities.

• Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction by providing tailored solutions and proactive support.

• Develop and execute account-specific sales plans aligned with overall business objectives.

Profile Sought

• Minimum 5 years of experience in key account management within the automotive industry or a related sector.

• Proven track record of successfully managing and expanding key accounts.

• Strong negotiation and communication skills.

• Ability to analyze market data and develop strategic account plans.

• High adaptability and responsiveness to market changes.

• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Fluent in English and French; additional languages are a plus.

• Willingness to travel frequently to meet clients and attend industry events.

If you are looking for an exciting opportunity in a dynamic and innovative company, with strong international exposure and career growth potential,