(Senior) Account Manager

LEAR CORPORATION; Germany (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

On-site cafeteria

Parking facilities

Shuttle service to airport/suburban/RA

Complimentary beverages

Gym memberships & discounts

Job summary

Lear Corporation is a leading Tier 1 automotive supplier providing seating and vehicle electronics with a global footprint. We seek a candidate to drive sales to OEMs, manage quotations, contract reviews, and negotiations, while collaborating across teams and traveling as needed.

You will engage in the full sales cycle, from pre-series to after-sales support, building strong customer relationships and contributing to growth in a dynamic, international environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in engineering or business administration.
• At least 5-years’ experience in automotive Sales (VW Group/Audi preferred).
• Knowledge in product development, manufacturing processes, or quality management for seats or trim.

Responsibilities

• Act as the central interface between Lear and the customer, representing customer-specific requirements.
• Oversee projects from pre-series to series production and spare parts with OEM contact.
• Prepare quotations with internal departments and manage contract reviews, follow-ups and negotiations.
• Handle change management, including commercial assessment and implementation of technical modifications.
• Conduct strategic customer relationship management as a core responsibility.
• Monitor business performance with deviations, analyses, and data gathering for planning.

Skills

German language

English language

Communication

Customer relationships

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Education

Engineering or Business Administration degree

Job description

We work hard for the people who work for us. We champion our teams and foster collaboration, inclusion, respect and excellence. Becausewe want to be more for you.

A path to a better career. A better future.

Our teams have invented groundbreaking technologies, manufactured millions of products and earned a long list of awards. Year after year, we’re named one of the World’s Most Admired Companies.

They’re the secret to our success—empowered, inventive and inclusive. Passionate about their craft. Driven to succeed. Because we win together.

Are you ready for a better career? A better future?

Lear Corporation is a leading Tier 1 automotive supplier, providing world‑class products in the areas of automotive seating and vehicle electronics to all major automakers worldwide. Our diverse and talented team of more than 160,000 employees develops and manufactures innovative products across 36 countries, making Lear present in every major automotive‑producing region in the world.

If you love taking on challenges, seek opportunities for unrestricted growth, and value recognition for your contributions, then Lear is the right place for you.

Your Responsibilities

• Act as the central interface between Lear and the customer AUDI, representing customer‑specific requirements and interests in the field of the JIT/JIS complete seat or in trim
• Oversee ongoing projects – from pre-series to series production and spare parts – while maintaining direct contact with the OEM
• Take responsibility for the successful execution of acquisition projects
• Independently prepare quotations in collaboration with internal departments and manage contract reviews, quotation follow‑ups, and negotiations
• Handle change management processes, including commercial assessment, negotiation, and implementation of technical product modifications
• Strategically plan and conduct customer relationship management as part of your core responsibilities
• Monitor business performance by identifying deviations, conducting competitive analyses, and gathering customer‑related data for sales and marketing planning

Your Profile

• Degree in engineering or business administration
• At least 5-years’ experience in automotive Sales (VW Group/Audi preferred) – ideally in Lear’s direct market environment
• Initial knowledge in product development, manufacturing processes, or quality management for the complete seat or for trim components
• Enjoy taking initiative and working independently within a team
• Ability to analyze complex and evolving tasks
• Strong communication skills in both German and English
• Enjoy building customer relationships and a trustful environment of collaboration
• Willingness to travel as required
• Good collaboration within an experienced team, where mutual trust is one of the key foundations.
• Independent and responsible working as part of our philosophy.
• Long-term career prospects in a sustainably growing international company.
• Additional benefits: flexible working hours and a flexitime account, on‑site cafeteria, parking facilities, Lear shuttle service between the office and the airport/suburban rail station, complimentary beverages, and further discounts and benefits, including gym memberships and more.

For our globally operating and successful teams, we are looking for motivated talents who bring drive, commitment, and enthusiasm. If you enjoy challenges, want to take full advantage of development opportunities, and are seeking recognition that truly rewards your efforts, then Lear is the right place for yo

Equal Opportunity Employer

Lear Corporation is committed to fair, merit‑based employment practices and equal opportunity.

We provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable law.