Account Manager

Jobtailor; North Mankato (MN); On-site; USD 103,800 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Incentive Plan with a 5% Target

401(k) Plan

Health Care Benefits

Paid Sick Time (ESST)

Supportive, collaborative team environment

Diverse and inclusive workplace culture

Job summary

ZF Friedrichshafen AG is seeking an experienced Account Manager to join their team in North Mankato, MN. This role involves defending and growing business with assigned customers in North America, whilst ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction. Candidates should have a minimum of 7 years in Sales Management and a Bachelor’s degree in relevant fields.

The role includes managing relationships through virtual and in-person meetings with occasional travel, and it is expected to collaborate closely with internal teams to deliver quality solutions.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in Sales Management (B2B; preferably Tier 1 suppliers).
• Experience in complex/matrix organizations.
• Willingness to travel in North America and sometimes overseas.

Responsibilities

• Defend and grow business with assigned customers in North America.
• Ensure customer satisfaction in products, price, quality, service, and technology.
• Solve technical and commercial issues, coordinating internal resources.

Skills

Sales Management

Technical knowledge of complex engineering products

Proactive communication skills

Cross-functional team leadership

Fluency in English

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or related fields

Master’s preferred

Tools

MS Office

SAP

Job description

Are you ready to make an impact? ZF is looking for talented individuals to join our team. As a FutureStarter, you’ll have the opportunity to shape the future of mobility. Join us and be part of something extraordinary!

Account Manager

Country/Region: US

Location: North Mankato, MN, US, 56003

Job Description

About the Team

The sales team drives business growth and customer satisfaction through strong relationships, customer engagement, market analysis, and sales strategy. The team collaborates with engineering, product management, and logistics to introduce new products and enhance existing ones, ensuring compliance with industry standards and fostering a positive work environment.

What you can look forward to as Account Manager:

• Defend and grow business with assigned customers in North America
• Ensure customer satisfaction in products, price, quality, service, and technology
• Build connections with customer engineering teams and decision‑makers
• Manage customer relationships through virtual and in‑person meetings (25%-50% travel)
• Support quality and logistics discussions
• Work on new RFQs and ensure timely delivery of offers
• Collaborate with ZF functions to deliver on‑time responses
• Solve technical and commercial issues, coordinating internal resources
• Support operational planning and manage price lists and adjustments
• Ensure KPIs are under control and identify new market opportunities
• No direct reports

Your profile as Account Manager

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or related fields; Master’s preferred
• 7+ years of experience in Sales Management (B2B; preferably Tier 1 suppliers)
• Experience in complex/matrix organizations
• Technical knowledge of complex engineering products
• Proactive, assertive, and good communication skills
• Ability to lead cross‑functional teams
• Willingness to travel in North America (and sometimes overseas)
• Proficient in MS Office and SAP
• Demonstrated integrity and commitment to continuous improvement
• Fluent in English

The expected base compensation for this role is $103,800 to $125,000 annually. Actual base compensation within the identified range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.

What We Offer

• Annual Incentive Plan with a 5% Target
• 401(k) Plan
• Health Care Benefits
• Paid Sick Time (ESST)
• Supportive, collaborative team environment
• Diverse and inclusive workplace culture
• Supportive Employee Groups and community outreach activities

Be part of our ZF team as Account Manager and apply now!

Contact

Bethany Vijayakumar

DIVERSITY COMMITMENT

Our company is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity and to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with us and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please contact us. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be considered on a case‑by‑case basis. ZF is an Equal Opportunity and Affidative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job‑related reasons regardless of an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran