Regional Key Account Manager

JK Solutions; France; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive solutions provider in France is seeking an experienced Regional Account Manager to foster business growth in the automotive sector. This role involves developing sales and acquiring customers in the automotive supply chain, and requires over 3 years in sales/account management, particularly in polymer compounding. Ideal candidates will possess strong negotiation and communication skills, along with a solid understanding of engineering plastics. Competitive compensation and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of sales/account management experience in polymer compounding for automotive.
• Good understanding of the automotive supply chain.
• Knowledge of PP, PA6/PA66, PC/ABS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop sales and acquire new customers within the automotive supply chain.
• Build relationships with purchasing, engineering, and project teams.
• Monitor market trends and raw material price movements.

Skills

Sales experience

Knowledge of automotive supply chain

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Proactive and results-driven

Job description

Our client is expanding in Europe and we are looking for an experienced Regional Account Manager to drive business growth in the automotive sector.

About the Role

Your responsibilities include developing sales and acquiring new customers within the automotive supply chain (OEM, Tier 1, Tier 2).

Responsibilities

• Grow applications for modified plastics (PP, PA, PC/ABS and engineering compounds)
• Build strong relationships with purchasing, engineering and project teams
• Coordinate internally with R&D, QC, production and supply chain
• Prepare quotations and negotiate pricing & commercial terms
• Monitor market trends and raw material price movements
• Maintain CRM activity and deliver sales forecasts & reports

Qualifications

• 3+ years of sales / account management experience in polymer compounding for automotive

Required Skills

• Good understanding of the automotive supply chain
• Knowledge of PP, PA6/PA66, PC/ABS (engineering plastics is a plus)
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• Proactive, independent, and results-driven