Hybrid OEM Account Manager — Automotive Growth

Pasona Inc.; Itasca (IL); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

Minimal travel

Job summary

Pasona Inc. in Itasca, IL seeks an Automotive OEM Manager to maintain and grow relationships with established OEM accounts. The role combines account management and inside sales, with customer communications via email, video meetings, and occasional in-person visits.

The ideal candidate has strong English communication, a proactive mindset, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams. Sales experience is helpful but not required; Japanese language is a plus.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
• Positive, proactive attitude with a strong desire to learn and grow.
• Strong interpersonal and customer relationship skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with customers and internal teams.
• Must be currently authorized to work in the United States. No visa sponsorship is available for this role.

Responsibilities

• Maintain strong relationships with existing OEM customers, including Purchasing, Engineering, Program Management, and Logistics teams.
• Communicate regularly with customers through email, virtual meetings, and occasional onsite visits.
• Support key accounts and coordinate customer needs with internal departments.
• Handle RFQs, quotations, commercial proposals, and pricing coordination.
• Identify opportunities to expand existing accounts and develop new business.
• Coordinate with U.S. and overseas teams regarding customer requirements and sales activities.
• Monitor market conditions, competitors, pricing trends, and relevant industry developments.
• Prepare sales forecasts, budgets, and activity reports.
• Maintain accurate customer, opportunity, forecast, and milestone information in the CRM system.

Skills

English communication

Interpersonal skills

Customer relationships

Collaboration

Work authorization in US

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Pasona Inc. in Itasca, IL seeks an Automotive OEM Manager to maintain and grow relationships with established OEM accounts. The role combines account management and inside sales, with customer communications via email, video meetings, and occasional in-person visits.

The ideal candidate has strong English communication, a proactive mindset, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams. Sales experience is helpful but not required; Japanese language is a plus.