OEM Sales Manager - Injection Molding

GACC Midwest - German American Chamber of Commerce of the Midwest, Inc.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Health, dental, vision

Paid time off

Bonus potential

Job summary

GACC Midwest - German American Chamber of Commerce of the Midwest, Inc. is seeking an experienced OEM Sales professional to grow automotive plastics business in North America.

You will build and manage strategic accounts, develop targeted sales plans, and drive revenue across OEM channels while coordinating with cross-functional teams. You will leverage 5+ years in automotive sales, strong negotiation and presentation skills, and a collaborative mindset to expand customer relationships, travel

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of automotive sales or account management.
• Knowledge of injection molding or automotive plastics.
• Proven track record of leading sales initiatives.
• Strong negotiation, presentation, and communication skills.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with potential and existing clients.
• Identify and locate new clients through networking and cold calls.
• Develop and execute sales strategies for OEM accounts.
• Manage the entire sales process and ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.
• Answer RFQs, negotiate prices, terms, and service agreements; prepare contracts.
• Coordinate with purchasing and staff to process accurate orders and distribute products.
• Apply product knowledge to match features to client needs.
• Coordinate with global key account teams on information sharing and strategy.
• Communicate forecasts, stock levels, and purchase orders; handle related matters.
• All other sales duties as assigned by the CEO & President.

Skills

OEM sales

Negotiation skills

Presentation skills

Communication skills

Travel flexibility

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The company is a German Automotive parts manufacturer specializing in plastic injection molding, metal parts and assembly. They have started operations in Germany in the 1930's and now count a little over 1500 employees worldwide across 6 sites. The company is instrumental in the overall Company Group strategy to serve its customers as a major supplier of plastic injection molding solutions, by being a technically competent Injection Molder, a leader in 2-Shot Injection Molding Technology and a reliable technical and commercial partner with advanced solutions for both current and new customers. To accelerate the company's growth in the U.S. OEM sector, we are looking for a dynamic and motivated professional with a proven track record who can develop and grow OEM sales in the North American automotive market as well as non-automotive markets. Their sales office is located in Greenville, SC and the production Plant in Emporia, VA. The role will report to the CEO & President.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with potential and existing clients.
• Identify and locate new clients through a variety of methods including networking and cold calls.
• Develop and execute specific sales strategies for each potential OEM accounts.
• Manage the entire sales process and ensure that sold projects get developed and delivered on time and budget.
• Answer RFQs, negotiate prices, terms of sales, and/or service agreements; prepare contracts and submit orders.
• Collaborate with purchasing departments, managers, and other staff to ensure purchase orders are processed with accuracy and efficiency and that products are distributed properly.
• Apply knowledge of the product features to match products to the needs of clients.
• Answer inquiries from clients concerning products, their uses, and the industry at large.
• Coordinate with global key account team to ensure information sharing and aligned sales strategies towards the global OEM accounts.
• Communicate and coordinate sales forecasts, stock levels, purchase orders, and other matters related to managing this account.
• All other sales duties as assigned by the CEO & President.

Minimum Education, Experience And Core Competency Requirements

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of experience in automotive sales or account management.
• Must have knowledge/experience of injection molding or plastic manufacturing in the automotive industry.
• Must have track record of managing sales activities of others to achieve revenue objectives.
• Strong negotiation, presentation, and organizational skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Working knowledge of and/or adaptability to company culture.
• Strong problem-solving and team building skills.
• Collaborative attitude and focus.
• Ability to travel within the U.S. and Canada, and internationally on a limited basis.

What the company has to offer?

• Being part of a “startup” organization in the US with support from European Headquarter
• Benefits package: health, dental, vision, life etc. with great employer contribution
• Attractive PTO package
• 401K
• Bonus potential

Equal Opportunity Employer

The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Employment is at-will.

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