Business Development Manager Automotive

KERN-LIEBERS USA; Holland (OH); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

KERN-LIEBERS USA is seeking a seasoned sales professional to drive new business in the automotive sector. This hybrid role requires strong negotiation skills, the ability to build relationships, and willingness to travel across the United States.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to convert leads, prepare offers, and achieve sales targets. Based in the USA with the flexibility to travel nationally, you will participate in market analysis, generate contacts, and manage the full

Qualifications

• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• Willingness to travel across the USA
• Proven sales experience and ability to thrive in a team environment

Responsibilities

• Participate in market analysis to generate contacts
• Follow-up and convert leads into qualified leads
• Generate inquiries and new business with new customers
• Take care of and consult for new customers
• Implement and achieve sales targets
• Prepare offers and negotiate contracts
• Regular reporting and documentation of sales activities
• Participate in trade fairs and customer events

Skills

Strong communication

Negotiation skills

Travel willingness

Sales experience

Education

Commercial apprenticeship or technical/commercial degree

Job description

KERN-LIEBERS is a globally recognized, family-owned company headquartered in southeastern Germany. As a leader in advanced technology for strips, wires, and assemblies, we specialize in delivering high-precision products of exceptional quality. With a presence in over 35 locations worldwide, our teams drive innovation and excellence across multiple industries.

Why Join Us

At KERN-LIEBERS, you'll be part of a company where tradition meets innovation. We offer the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies, contribute to meaningful, high-impact solutions, and grow within a truly international environment. We foster a culture of collaboration, long-term career development, and accountability-where your ideas are valued, and your contributions make a difference.

Your Profile

• Commercial apprenticeship with relevant advanced training, or a technical/commercial university degree
• +5 years of automotive industry experience (experience in EV market is a plus) or related sectors (experience with stamped or stamped bent parts is a plus)
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• Flexibility and willingness to travel
• Proven sales experience and ability to thrive in a team environment

Hybrid job, candidates must be based in USA with the availability to travel around the country.

Your Responsibilities

• Participation in market analysis to generate contacts
• Follow-up and conversion of leads into qualified leads (prospective customers)
• Generation of inquiries and new business with new customers
• Taking care of and consulting for new customers
• Implementation and achievement of sales targets
• Preparation of offers and contract negotiations
• Regular reporting and documentation of sales activities
• Participating in trade fairs, customer events

The salary will be dependent on various factors, including the candidate's qualifications, relevant experience, and the organization's budget. Our Talent Acquisition team will provide more information about the compensation package for this position during the interview process.