Strategic Auto Battery Account Manager

Samsung-Electronics-; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Samsung SDI is seeking an Account Manager in Michigan to oversee automotive OEM and Tier 1 customer accounts, driving commercial execution and cross-functional collaboration across engineering, quality, manufacturing, and finance. You will manage quotations, pricing, and profitability, while building long-term relationships to maximize revenue and program success.

The role emphasizes strategic account planning, forecasting, and development of new business opportunities in North America,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Marketing, or a related field is required.
• 4-6 years of relevant professional experience in automotive sales, account management, business development, program management, or related commercial function.
• Experience with automotive OEMs – Stellantis, GM, VW and/or Ford, Tier 1 suppliers, or similar B2B customers is strongly preferred.
• Battery/electrification/advanced automotive experience is preferred.
• Experience with international headquarters, manufacturing, or global cross-functional teams is preferred.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally as required.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned customer accounts and programs throughout the business lifecycle; serve as primary commercial contact for customers.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships across customer functions and regular visits to understand priorities.
• Coordinate commercial activities for programs; work with engineering, quality, manufacturing, and finance to execute commitments.
• Lead pricing, cost changes, and profitability analysis; support negotiations on terms, changes, and concessions.
• Develop and maintain account plans, forecasts, and revenue projections; identify risks and opportunities.
• Pursue new business opportunities within automotive and strategic accounts; support RFIs/RFQs and product introductions.

Skills

Account management

Customer relationships

Forecasting

Pricing & quotes

Negotiation

Cross-functional work

Program launches

Data-driven decisions

Excel & MS Office

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Engineering/Marketing

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Teams

SharePoint

Job description

Samsung SDI is seeking an Account Manager in Michigan to oversee automotive OEM and Tier 1 customer accounts, driving commercial execution and cross-functional collaboration across engineering, quality, manufacturing, and finance. You will manage quotations, pricing, and profitability, while building long-term relationships to maximize revenue and program success.

The role emphasizes strategic account planning, forecasting, and development of new business opportunities in North America,