Account Manager, Sales Support & Admin

Yazaki Europe Limited; Michigan; On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Yazaki North America, Inc. is seeking a Sales Account Manager to join the YII/EAG Sales team.

You will develop strategic account plans, manage quotations and negotiations, and collaborate with internal teams to drive profitability for aerospace and emerging mobility markets. The role requires 7+ years of relevant experience, a Bachelor's degree, strong communication and negotiation skills, and willingness to travel domestically and internationally.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering or related field, or equivalent aerospace experience.
• 7+ years of experience in aerospace, defense, automotive, EV, electronics or engineered products; contract manufacturing preferred.
• Strong technical-commercial or business development experience with excellent communication, negotiation and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Entrepreneurial, responsive approach with flexibility for frequent local travel and occasional domestic/international travel.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategic account plans and identify new business opportunities within aerospace and emerging mobility markets.
• Build strong customer relationships and serve as the primary contact for commercial and strategic matters.
• Lead quotations, RFQs, pricing negotiations, and commercial agreements.
• Collaborate with internal teams to support customer requirements, program launches, and profitability objectives.
• Track sales opportunities and commercial performance, and support Finance with customer purchasing and collection issues.

Skills

Sales experience

Aerospace experience

Negotiation

Cross-functional

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

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Yazakiis a global leader in the research, development, and delivery of vehicle power and data solutions.

Yazaki works with virtually every major auto manufacturer globally, and we've strived to maintain strategic and stable growth throughout our 84-year history. Today, we're looking for energetic people with the potential to perform and the ability to strengthen - and thrive in - the positive work environment we pride ourselves on.

Location: Canton, MI, USA

What we are looking for:

Yazaki is looking for a Sales Account Manager to join our YII/EAG Sales team in Washington, California, Arizona, or Texas. The ideal candidate will enjoy working in a collaborative and action-driven environment making lasting impacts on the organization.

What you will be doing:

• Develop strategic account plans and identify new business opportunities within aerospace and emerging mobility markets.
• Build strong customer relationships and serve as the primary contact for commercial and strategic matters.
• Lead quotations, RFQs, pricing negotiations, and commercial agreements.
• Collaborate with internal teams to support customer requirements, program launches, and profitability objectives.
• Track sales opportunities and commercial performance, and support Finance with customer purchasing and collection issues.

What you will bring to the table:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or a related field, or equivalent relevant aerospace experience.
• 7+ years of experience in aerospace, defense, automotive, EV, electronics, or engineered products. Contract manufacturing experience preferred.
• Strong technical-commercial or business development experience, with excellent communication, negotiation, problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• An entrepreneurial, responsive approach, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and flexibility for frequent local customer travel and occasional domestic and international travel.

What we can provide you:

• A collaborative learning environment that will help you reach your maximum potential
• Opportunities to build your professional network
• Competitive compensation and benefits package including incentive compensation, 401K match, tuition assistance and a generous holiday schedule

Yazaki North America is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, disability, handicap, veteran status, or other legally protected status or characteristic. Equal opportunity extends to all aspects of the employment relationship. Yazaki North America complies with federal and state equal employment opportunity laws and strives to keep the workplace free from all forms of harassment.

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