Strategic Key Account Manager – Industrial OEM (US)

Confidential

Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

18 hours ago

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Job summary

Confidential in Chicago seeks a seasoned Key Account Manager to grow the US market. You will manage key accounts, identify new opportunities, and align engineering, operations, and sales to deliver competitive proposals.

The role requires proven experience in industrial manufacturing, strong commercial judgment, and the ability to work with international teams. Travel across the US and occasional international travel possible.

Qualifications

Experience in key account management or technical sales in industrial manufacturing.
Familiar with OEM customers; automotive/off-highway experience valued.
Strong commercial judgment and negotiation skills.
Able to coordinate with engineering, quality, supply chain, and operations.
Fluent English; Spanish valued.
Willingness to travel within the US and occasionally internationally.

Responsibilities

Manage and develop a portfolio of key accounts with purchasing, engineering, and other decision-makers.
Identify new customers, applications, and business opportunities in target markets.
Translate customer needs into competitive technical and commercial proposals.
Prepare quotations and negotiate terms; follow opportunities to award.
Coordinate customer projects from inquiry to production launch.
Monitor account performance, profitability, and sales forecasts.
Track market trends and competitor activity to shape priorities.
Represent the company at meetings, trade shows, and events.