Global Account Manager (m/f/d)

Flextronics - The Flex Company; Stuttgart; Vor Ort; EUR 90.000 - 130.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Flextronics - The Flex Company in Stuttgart seeks a Global Account Manager to lead strategic commercial programs for key automotive customers. You will drive profitable growth, manage awarded programs end‑to‑end, and strengthen executive level relationships across Flex sites and functions.

Travel to customer locations, lead negotiations, renewals, and pricing discussions, and monitor financial performance and KPIs.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience in Account Management, Business Development, or Sales.
• Experience in automotive industry and managing multinational accounts.
• Strong commercial acumen with proven negotiation and relationship management skills.
• Experience managing complex programs and customer lifecycles.
• Ability to analyze business performance, financial metrics, and growth opportunities.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Fluent German and English; strong stakeholder influence.
• Experience with CRM tools and data-driven account management.

Aufgaben

• Build and maintain relationships with key automotive customers at executive and decision-making levels.
• Drive profitable growth by identifying new opportunities and expanding existing programs.
• Lead commercial negotiations, contract renewals, pricing discussions, and business agreements.
• Manage the successful execution and launch of awarded programs across Flex sites.
• Review account financial performance, forecasts, profitability, and KPIs.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to deliver optimal customer solutions and ensure operational excellence.

Kenntnisse

Negotiation

Relationship management

Communication

Problem-solving

Strategic thinking

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field

Tools

CRM tools

Jobbeschreibung

Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market‑leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world. A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment.

Job Summary

The Global Account Manager will be based in Stuttgart, reporting to the Director, Global Account Management. As a Global Account Manager, you will be the strategic commercial leader for key automotive customers, responsible for driving profitable growth, strengthening executive‑level relationships, and ensuring outstanding customer satisfaction. You will manage awarded business throughout its lifecycle while identifying opportunities to expand Flex's footprint within major automotive accounts.

What a Typical Day Looks Like

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key automotive customers at executive and decision‑making levels.
• Drive profitable business growth by identifying new opportunities and expanding existing customer programs.
• Lead commercial negotiations, contract renewals, pricing discussions, and business agreements.
• Manage the successful execution and launch of awarded programs across multiple Flex sites.
• Review account financial performance, forecasts, profitability, and operational improvement initiatives.
• Partner with cross‑functional teams to deliver optimal customer solutions and ensure operational excellence.
• Monitor customer satisfaction, business risks, inventory performance, and key account KPIs.
• Develop strategic account plans and contribute to long‑term customer growth strategies.
• Travel regularly to customer locations and Flex sites to strengthen partnerships and support business objectives.
• Drive best practices and collaboration across regional and global teams.

The Experience We’re Looking to Add to Our Team

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Relevant experience in Account Management, Business Development, or Sales.
• Experience within the automotive industry and managing multinational customer accounts.
• Strong commercial acumen with proven negotiation and relationship management skills.
• Experience managing complex programs and customer lifecycles.
• Ability to analyze business performance, financial metrics, and identify growth opportunities.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Fluent German and English is required; Strong problem‑solving mindset with the ability to influence stakeholders across all levels.
• Experience with CRM tools and data‑driven account management.

What You’ll Receive for the Great Work You Provide

• You’ll join a high‑impact team supporting some of the world’s leading automotive brands.
• Work with global customers and cross‑functional teams in a dynamic international environment.
• Competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits.
• Opportunities for career growth within a global leader in advanced manufacturing and supply chain solutions.
• A collaborative culture where your ideas, expertise, and leadership will directly influence business success.

AM112 Job Category Sales – Marketing – Account Mgmt

Is Sponsorship Available? No

Equal Opportunity Employer

Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities.

We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law.

We’re happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email [e-mail] and we’ll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Flex, you must complete the application process first).

Through the collective strength of ~150,000 team members across 30 countries and responsible, sustainable operations, Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market‑leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world. A career with Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference, invest in your growth, and build great products for our customers that improve people’s lives. Together, let’s create the extraordinary!