Teamlead Key Account Management

Syben Consulting; Speyer; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An international aerospace company located in Speyer, Rhineland-Palatinate is seeking a Team Leader in Key Account Management. The position involves leading a team, managing major OEM contracts, and developing strategic customer relationships. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Engineering or Business and over 5 years of experience in customer-facing roles, preferably in aerospace. Fluency in English is essential, with German as a plus. This full-time role offers a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in customer-facing roles, preferably in the aerospace sector.
• Proven leadership skills in a team environment.
• Fluent in English; German is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead a Key Account team (2–4 people).
• Manage 3–8 OEM contracts with > €100M annual revenue.
• Negotiate proposals, modifications, and commercial agreements.
• Drive claims handling, receivables management, and KPI fulfillment.
• Identify and pursue business development opportunities.

Skills

Leadership skills

Customer management

Communication skills

Business development

Education

Degree in Engineering or Business

Job description

Overview

On behalf of my client – an international aerospace company – I am currently looking for an experienced Team Leader in Key Account Management.

This role combines leadership, strategic customer management, and direct responsibility for major OEM contracts. A great opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a dynamic, high-stakes environment and wants to actively shape long-term customer relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead a Key Account team (2–4 people)


• Manage 3–8 OEM contracts with > €100M annual revenue


• Negotiate proposals, modifications, and commercial agreements


• Drive claims handling, receivables management, and KPI fulfillment


• Identify and pursue business development opportunities


• Act as key interface with internal stakeholders (Sales, Legal, Finance)

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering or Business


• 5+ years in customer-facing roles, preferably in the aerospace sector


• Proven leadership skills in a team environment


• Fluent in English; German is an advantage


• Hands-on, structured, and confident communicator

Additional information

Interested – or know someone who might be? Feel free to reach out to me directly via DM or comment below. Confidentiality is assured.

Details

• Location: Speyer, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany


• Seniority level: Associate


• Employment type: Full-time


• Job function: Account Management / Key Account Management


• Industries: Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing, Defense and Space Manufacturing, and Rail Transportation