Key Account Manager

ECS Resource Group Limited; Birmingham; Remote; GBP 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm is seeking a Key Account Manager to join their Automotive and Aerospace division in a nationwide role. This position involves driving sales growth and managing key accounts in the automotive sector. The ideal candidate will have a strong sales background, expertise in handling complex products, and be skilled in effective communication across diverse teams. A valid driver's license is required for this field-based role.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated sales and marketing experience in the automotive sector.
• Proven expertise in managing global customers and complex products.
• Proficiency in English both spoken and written.

Responsibilities

• Driving profitable sales growth to surpass Operating Plan targets.
• Executing the Automotive Division Strategy.
• Implementing EMEA Portfolio and Operational priorities.
• Leading engagement with key account customers.
• Fostering effective partnerships and communication with multiple stakeholders.

Skills

Demonstrated sales and marketing experience in the automotive sector

Proven expertise in managing global customers and complex products

Proficiency in English both spoken and written

Strong commercial acumen

Possession of a valid driver's license

Job description

Key Account Manager

Location: National - Field Based Role (Ideally, candidates will be centrally based)

Salary: £70,000 - £85,000 Total Planned Income (Based on 75% Basic and 25% OTE Split)

Permanent

Job Description

I am working with one of the world's leading and most well-known manufacturing brands. My client has a fantastic track record and reputation for innovation and quality with a real commitment to exploring and encouraging creativity.

Their commitment to quality, commitment to innovation and employee centric approach make them an excellent employee to work with and their reputation as an employer is every bit as strong as their reputation as a manufacturing company.

They are now looking for a Key Account Manager to join their Automotive and Aerospace division in a Nationwide Role. This is an exciting opportunity to join the business and sell into the automotive sector.

As a Key Account Manager you will have an impact by:

• Driving profitable sales growth to surpass Operating Plan targets
• Executing the Automotive Division Strategy
• Implementing EMEA Portfolio and Operational priorities
• Leading engagement with key account customers
• Fostering effective partnerships and communication with multiple stakeholders

Skills & Expertise

• Demonstrated sales and marketing experience in the automotive sector
• Proven expertise in managing global customers and complex products
• Proficiency in English both spoken and written
• Strong commercial acumen
• Possession of a valid driver's license
• Please note that this is a Nationwide, field based covering the whole of the UK.

Additional knowledge and preferred qualifications:

• Project management, prioritisation, and communication skills
• Comfortable working in a technical or engineering environment
• Skilled in international collaboration and influencing cross-functional teams
• Experience in effective communication across diverse countries and cultures