Key Accounts Manager

LMI Aerospace, Inc.; Saint Charles (MO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement savings plan with company match

Competitive wages

Paid holidays

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

Tuition assistance

Job summary

LMI Aerospace, Inc. is looking for a Key Accounts Manager based in Saint Charles, Missouri. The successful candidate will manage relationships with key customers and oversee business development as well as program execution.

Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with contracts, reporting on profitability, and maintaining relationships at all customer levels, reinforced by a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Business Management.

Benefits include competitive salaries, medical insurance, and a 401(k) plan. Join a dynamic team dedicated to innovation in the aerospace sector.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of experience in aerospace industry.
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment with shifting priorities.
• Experience with MRP systems and production scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Manage overall customer relationships for profitability.
• Prepare and present monthly updates on performance.
• Control and manage project risks proactively.

Skills

Project management

Customer relationship management

Microsoft Office proficiency

Change management

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Business Management

Tools

Project management tools (Gantt charts, scheduling software)

Job description

WHO ARE WE

Sonaca North America is driven by a passion for innovation and a commitment to excellence. As a leading provider of aerospace and defense solutions, we are dedicated to making air and space travel safe and sustainable. We have 10 locations across North America and our engineering expertise and operational excellence set us apart from the competition. Since the beginning in 1948, we have a proven track record of delivering high‑quality products and services that are reliable, safe, and efficient. Our team of experts is dedicated to staying ahead of the curve in the aerospace and defense industry, utilizing the latest technologies and processes to ensure that we deliver the best possible solutions to our customers.

POSITION SUMMARY

We are currently seeking a Key Accounts Manager. This position will manage the overall relationship with key customers and be responsible for all aspects of our business from business development through program execution.

This position requires working in close integration with multiple organizations, both part of the team and outside the team. These typically include:

• Estimating
• Contracts
• Engineering
• Operations
• Supply Chain Management
• Major Subcontractors
• Quality
• Finance

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Report on and drive profitability of existing contracts.
• Ensure compliance with contractual requirements.
• Monitor and maintain profitable contracts at assigned accounts in line with company strategy.
• Develop and maintain good relationships at various customer organizational levels, both commercial and technical.
• Propose, get approval, and achieve yearly objectives (revenues, EBITDA, performance, etc.).
• Prepare and present monthly updates to report progress with respect to yearly objectives.
• Prepare and deliver presentations to the client, having researched their business and requirements to satisfy both internal and external cadence.
• Work as part of a team and closely with other departments within the organization to drive performance in quality, schedule, and profitability.
• Manage a team within the commercial organization of contract administrators.
• Adopt a lean approach to support the commercial organization, looking for ways to drive efficiency.
• Prepare complete New Product Introduction kick‑offs to support the start of programs.
• Complete forecasting of customer sales and support the SIOPs process.
• Control and manage changes and project risks on a continuous and proactive basis.
• Ensure the preparation of claims and assertions going to the customer and support negotiations.
• Balance company and customer needs across all project activities.
• Frequent interface with plant general managers and COEs to understand performance on all programs.
• Serve as primary contact with the customer for coordination of requirements and project performance reporting.
• Ensure that complete customer requirements are provided to engineering, operations, supply chain, and quality so that all activities support project needs.
• Recommend and develop solutions to complex problems to achieve program requirements.
• Assist with special projects and participate on process improvement teams as requested.
• Assist in proposal development.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Business Management or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Minimum two years of experience in the aerospace industry as a customer service representative, program manager, project manager, lead engineer, or production manager.
• Experience with project‑management tools such as Gantt charts, project scheduling, and staffing plans.
• Experience in multiple disciplines is a plus.
• Familiarity with manufacturing of complex assemblies.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Familiarity with MRP systems and other production scheduling methods required.
• Ability to quickly learn new and complex systems.
• Ability to utilize various team‑management tools.
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment with multiple priorities and shifting time requirements.
• Ability to promote a participative, team‑oriented environment, working with customers (both internal and external), all employees, vendors, and others in a professional and respectful manner.
• Demonstrated attention to detail.
• Ability to manage time effectively.
• Ability to model desired employee and leadership behaviors.
• Adept at managing change.
• Ability to set and meet goals.
• Effectively delegate to meet departmental and company objectives.
• Ability to identify and develop talent.
• Ability to give and receive feedback well.
• Proven ability to successfully facilitate change.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to communicate clearly and professionally, both orally and in writing.

WHY CHOOSE SONACA NORTH AMERICA?

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a percentage company‑match contribution
• Competitive wages
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental insurance
• Short‑term disability
• Long‑term disability
• Employee assistance plan – access to counseling, consulting, and other community resources
• Wellness program
• Tuition assistance (subject to eligibility, terms, and conditions)

LEGAL AND EEO STATEMENTS

This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties. The responsibilities, tasks, and duties may differ from those outlined in this job description and other duties, as assigned, may be required. This document does not create an employment contract. Employees of the Company are employed on an “at will” basis and may be terminated at any time.

Sonaca North America is an equal employment opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, Sonaca North America provides access and opportunities to those with disabilities. This includes providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans who seek to access the company’s online application system. If an applicant is unable to fully access the online application system, Sonaca North America will provide a reasonable accommodation. Applicants with disabilities may contact us at 636‑916‑2400 for assistance accessing the online application system. Callers should have a detailed description of the requested accommodation, their name and preferred method of contact ready for Sonaca North America’s Human Resources Department. Sonaca North America will make every effort to respond within two (2) business days. This phone number is not for the general submission of application materials.

Sonaca North America is an E‑Verify Employer. Sonaca North America is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Disability/Veterans Employer.

NOTICE ON FRAUDULENT JOB OFFERS: It has been brought to our attention that there have been instances of fraudulent job offers, purporting to be from Sonaca North America and/or its affiliates (“LMI Aerospace”). This type of fraud is normally carried out through online services such as false websites, or through fake e‑mails or call from people claiming to be from the company. These persons offer fraudulent employment opportunities to applicants and often ask for sensitive personal and financial information. The fraudsters may also request recipients to provide personal information and/or to make payments as part of their fake recruiting process. Sonaca North America does not ask for any financial commitments from candidates as a pre‑employment requirement and will always require candidates to formally apply for positions via the Careers Page or job postings. Sonaca North America has no responsibility for fraudulent offers and if you believe you have been a victim of a fraudulent job offer concerning Sonaca North America, please email [e-mail].