Automotive OEM Sales Manager

Sirius Staffing; Michigan; Remote; USD 149,000 - 209,000; Full time

Job summary

Sirius Staffing is seeking an experienced Automotive OEM Sales Manager for a remote, direct-hire role targeting North American OEMs including Ford, Stellantis, and Tesla. The role emphasizes developing new business, expanding market share, and securing long-term supply programs across the region.

Ideal candidates have a strong OEM network, proven RFQ and negotiation capabilities, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams while traveling as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Marketing, or a related field.
• 5–8 years of relevant automotive OEM sales experience.
• Established relationships with Ford, Stellantis, or Tesla.
• Experience in RFQ management, quotations, and negotiations.
• Knowledge of APQP, PPAP, and IATF 16949.
• Ability to work remotely and travel as needed.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic sales initiatives to expand North American OEM presence.
• Leverage relationships with purchasing, engineering, and program management leaders at Ford, Stellantis, Tesla, and others.
• Identify and secure new OEM business opportunities and long-term supply programs.
• Build and maintain strong OEM customer relationships and manage RFQs.
• Lead commercial quotations, pricing discussions, and contract negotiations.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, manufacturing, and project teams to support launches.
• Provide market research, pipeline updates, and senior leadership briefings.

Skills

OEM sales

Key account management

Business development

Negotiation

Relationship building

Strategic planning

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Engineering/Marketing

Job description

Salary Range: $149,000–$209,000 Annually

Sirius Staffing is seeking an experienced Automotive OEM Sales Manager for a direct-hire opportunity with an established international automotive components manufacturer expanding its presence in the North American market. This remote position is ideal for a results-driven sales professional with strong relationships at major automotive OEMs, particularly Ford, Stellantis, and Tesla, and a proven track record of developing new business and securing automotive supply programs.

The Automotive OEM Sales Manager will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, strengthening OEM relationships, and driving long-term revenue growth across North America. This highly visible position reports directly to the General Manager and works closely with North American sales, engineering, project management, and operations teams, as well as international manufacturing partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic sales and business development initiatives to expand the company's presence with North American automotive OEMs.
• Leverage established relationships with purchasing, engineering, and program management decision-makers at Ford, Stellantis, Tesla, and other major automotive manufacturers.
• Identify, pursue, and secure new OEM business opportunities, automotive programs, and long-term supply agreements.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective OEM customers.
• Lead RFQ activities, commercial quotations, pricing discussions, contract negotiations, and customer acquisition efforts.
• Identify new markets, customer applications, and opportunities for automotive component technologies.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, manufacturing, and project management teams to support customer requirements and successful program launches.
• Support new product introductions, supplier qualification processes, and OEM program development activities.
• Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and customer assessments to identify growth opportunities.
• Monitor customer satisfaction, product quality, and service performance while identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Prepare and communicate sales forecasts, business development pipeline updates, and market intelligence to senior leadership.
• Coordinate with domestic and international teams to ensure effective communication and execution of customer programs.
• Travel as needed for customer meetings, business development activities, and industry events.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Marketing, or a related field.
• 5–8 years of relevant experience in the automotive industry, preferably in OEM sales, key account management, or business development.
• Established professional relationships and direct access to purchasing, engineering, or other key decision-makers within Ford, Stellantis, or Tesla.
• Demonstrated success developing OEM customer relationships, generating new business, and expanding market share.
• Strong understanding of automotive component manufacturing, OEM purchasing processes, and automotive supply chain operations.
• Familiarity with automotive quality and program management standards, including APQP, PPAP, and IATF 16949.
• Experience managing RFQs, commercial quotations, contract negotiations, and customer agreements.
• Strong business development, strategic account management, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional and international teams.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment while managing multiple customer relationships and business development initiatives.
• Willingness to travel as business needs require.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous sales or business development experience with a Tier 1 or Tier 2 automotive component supplier.
• Direct experience working within an automotive OEM in purchasing, engineering, or supplier management.
• Established relationships with Ford, Stellantis, or Tesla purchasing and engineering teams.
• Demonstrated success winning new automotive programs and negotiating long-term supply agreements.
• Experience navigating OEM supplier qualification, onboarding, and approval processes.
• Experience coordinating commercial and technical activities with international manufacturing or engineering teams.

Location: Remote / Home-Based – United States

Employment Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire

Compensation: $149,000–$209,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications

Reporting Structure: Reports directly to the General Manager

Travel: As required for OEM customer meetings and business development activities

Start Date: Immediate availability preferred

This is an excellent opportunity for an established automotive sales professional who thrives on developing new business, building strategic OEM partnerships, and playing a key role in expanding an international manufacturer's footprint in the North American automotive market.

Sirius Staffing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.