Sales Manager

Johnson Electric Germany - Stuttgart; Stuttgart; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson Electric Germany - Stuttgart is seeking a Sales Manager to lead strategic automotive accounts in the Stuttgart area. You will drive profitable sales, manage key customers, and identify new business opportunities in a dynamic, global environment.

Responsibilities include managing existing customers, acquiring new business, and shaping product strategies with cross-functional teams. Travel up to 30% and collaboration with international colleagues are expected; English is mandatory, German

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Technical field.
• 3+ years of relevant Sales experience in the automotive industry.
• English language skills are mandatory; German language is a plus.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence stakeholders.
• Strong proactive mindset with ability to identify opportunities, take initiative and follow through.
• Willingness to travel up to 30% globally and work in a cross‑functional, multicultural environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage current business with existing allocated customers at profitable price levels.
• Lead acquisition of new profitable business with existing or new customers meeting booking targets.
• Influence the organization to develop new products based on markets and customer needs.
• Define middle- and long-term strategy for allocated applications and customers.
• Develop and drive collaborative business plans, including forecasts and budgets.
• Collaborate with cross-functional and international teams; ensure timely contract reviews and price adjustments; stay informed on market trends.

Skills

Sales experience

English required

Communication skills

Relationship building

Proactive mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Technical

Job description

Come Innovate Motion with UsAre you ready to elevate your career with one of the most innovative companies in the automotive industry? At Johnson Electric, we are not only shaping the future of mobility but also thriving in the current European and global markets. Our extensive product portfolio, including actuators, pumps, electric motors and many more- demonstrates our commitment to delivering high-quality solutions across various applications.We are currently seeking a Sales Manager in the Stuttgart area to join our team, taking over a key role working with major European customers. You will be responsible for building and maintaining strong relationships with these strategic accounts, driving sales, and identifying new business opportunities.Your responsibilities will be to:Manage the current business with existing allocated customers, keeping those products at profitable price levels (LTA, VA/VE and Raw material/rate adjustments)Manage the acquisition of new profitable business with existing or new customers meeting booking targetsInfluence the organization to develop new products based on markets and customers needsDefine a middle and long-term strategy for the allocated applications and customers to ensure profitable growthDevelop and drive collaborative business plans, including sales forecasts and budget planning, aligned with customer and company growth goalsCollaborate closely with cross-functional teams and international colleaguesEnsure timely execution of contract reviews, price adjustments, and related processesStay informed about market trends and drive internal product developmentOur requirements:Bachelor's degree from Engineering/Technical backgroundIdeally 3+ years of relevant Sales experience with customers in the automotive industryEnglish language skills are mandatory, knowledge of German language would be considered as a plusExcellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and influence key stakeholdersStrong proactive mindset – eager to identify opportunities, take initiative, and follow throughAbility to establish and grow long-term customer relationships while actively seeking new business leadsAbility to work well independently or within a global, multi-cultural team environmentStrong selling, marketing and negotiating skillsWillingness to frequent travel globally: up to 30% of working hoursWhat do we offer:The opportunity to develop your professional skills thanks to the wide range of products we manufacture and our global presenceWork-life balance: 30 days of vacation and many moreBecome a part of an international team with a pleasant working atmosphereCome join our global, inclusive & diverse teamOur purpose is to improve the quality of life of everyone we touch through our innovative motion systems. We are a truly global team bound together by our shared values. Our culture is built on the diversity, knowledge, skills, creativity, and talents that each employee brings to the company. Our people are our company’s most valuable asset. We are committed to providing an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace where employees of different backgrounds feel valued and respected, regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity or religious background. We are committed to inspiring our employees to grow, act with ownership and find fulfilment and meaning in the work they do.