Junior Key Account Manager ( m/f/d)

LUZA Group; Homburg; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

Onboarding program

Training opportunities

Competitive remuneration

Job summary

LUZA Group in Homburg, Germany seeks a Junior Key Account Manager (m/f/d) to maintain relationships with key customers in the automotive components sector and drive new business opportunities. You will prepare quotations and coordinate technical and commercial activities across projects, with travel within Germany and abroad.

The role requires a university degree in business or related field and fluency in German and English; Portuguese is a plus.

Qualifications

• University degree in Business, Sales, or a related field.
• Fluency in German and English; Portuguese is an advantage.
• Good knowledge of IT systems and standard business software.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop relationships with key accounts within the automotive sector.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities and potential customers.
• Prepare cost calculations, quotations, and commercial proposals.
• Coordinate and follow up on technical project activities after order award.
• Maintain regular communication with customers as the main point of contact.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure effective customer support and project follow-up.
• Travel within Germany and internationally as required.

Skills

German

English

Portuguese (advantage)

Education

University degree in Business/Sales or related field

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Junior Key Account Manager (m/f/d)

Location: Homburg, Saarland, Germany
Industry: Automotive / Automotive Components
Employment Type: Full-time

About the Role

HITO Solutions is currently recruiting a Junior Key Account Manager (m/f/d) on behalf of an established international automotive components manufacturer, based in Homburg, Germany.

Our client specialises in the production of safety-critical components for the automotive industry and operates within an international manufacturing environment, serving customers across global markets, particularly in Europe.

Reporting directly to the Sales & Marketing Director based in Portugal, you will join the commercial team and play a key role in managing customer relationships, developing new business opportunities, and coordinating technical and commercial activities throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and develop relationships with key accounts within the automotive sector.
• Identify and actively pursue new business opportunities and potential customers.
• Prepare cost calculations, quotations, and commercial proposals.
• Coordinate and follow up on technical project activities following order award.
• Maintain regular and proactive communication with customers, acting as the main point of contact between the customer and the company.
• Work closely with internal teams to ensure effective customer support and project follow-up.
• Travel within Germany and internationally as required.

Requirements

• University degree in Business, Sales, or a related field, or equivalent qualifications.
• Fluency in German and English; Portuguese language skills are an advantage.
• Previous experience in the automotive industry or automotive components sector is preferred.
• Good knowledge of IT systems and standard business software.
• Proactive and solution-oriented approach to challenges.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and argumentation skills.
• Flexibility and willingness to maintain regular contact with customers.
• Ability to work independently, with a strong sense of responsibility and commitment.
• Willingness to travel within Germany and internationally.

What Our Client Offers

• Competitive remuneration package, aligned with the role and candidate's experience.
• Company car, including private use after the probationary period.
• A varied and challenging role within a collaborative team environment.
• Comprehensive onboarding and integration programme.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and training.

Interested?

If you are looking to develop your career in international account management within the automotive industry, we would be pleased to hear from you.