Strategic Account Leader – Remote (Construction & Forestry)

John Deere GmbH & Co. KG

Illinois

Remote

USD 90,000 - 150,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401K and retirement plans

Tuition assistance

Employee Purchase Plan

Job summary

John Deere, a global leader in agricultural, construction, and forestry equipment, seeks a seasoned Strategic Account Manager to drive strategic plans for top customers in the US. You will engage with executive stakeholders, influence capital purchase decisions, and coordinate across Deere teams to deliver tailored solutions while expanding market share.

The role offers remote work with frequent travel to major airports and customers, requiring strong leadership, negotiation, and strategic

Qualifications

7+ years in sales, account management, business development, or related field.
Proven success managing large, complex relationships.
Experience influencing multiple stakeholders and executive-level decision makers.
Demonstrated ability to achieve sales and growth objectives.
Willingness to travel up to 75%.
Residence near a major airport.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute strategic account plans for assigned customers.
Build relationships with executive leaders, fleet managers, equipment managers, procurement teams, and operational stakeholders.
Identify opportunities to increase equipment sales, market share, technology adoption, and aftermarket growth.
Influence capital equipment purchasing decisions and fleet replacement strategies.
Lead executive business reviews and strategic customer engagements.
Partner with dealer organizations and internal teams to deliver customer solutions and resolve issues.
Monitor market trends, customer priorities, and competitive activity to identify growth opportunities.
Maintain accurate forecasts, account plans, and business development activities.