Key Account Manager (f/m/d)

About the position

Are you looking for a new challenge that puts you in charge of performing your duties? Then you will find the KA Group an attractive employer. When you work for us, you have more than a job. With your skills and ideas, you have the opportunity to make an impact.

The successful Key Account Manager (f/m/d) will be responsible for the business and relationship development for multiple and larger key customers based in Europe for On- and Off-highway products; for example, Material handling, Municipal and System Supplier / TierX .

The position will be based in Enschede, Netherland.

Responsibilities

• You are performing the function of a Key Account Manager and you are the one face to the customer. 
• Keep the customer satisfied and provide the best possible customer service. You drive the acquisition activities, and you convince with your presentation skills.
• Keep a close eye on the market and competitor activities. You have a good understanding of customer requirements and trends to maintain and increase market share.
• Build solid relationships with customers and implement the respective strategy of the company.
• Coordinate, prepare and track customer visits and you take part in trade shows and exhibitions.
• Oversee and commercially coordinate developmental and logistical activities of the customer.
• You lead commercial price negotiations with the client in consultation with the superior.
• Winning new customers by tag-teaming with the development and the organizational units paired with using social media and other marketing channels.
• Coordination of commercial and technical development activities with the customer.
• Preparation of offers in consultation with the responsible supervisor(s).
• Keep those communication lines wide open and build solid customer-supplier trust.

Requirements

• University degree in mechanics / electronics / industrial engineering
• Industry experience in sales, technical sales, or similar role
• Background knowledge in the Automotive industry, esp. in the On- and Off-highway area
• Proven track record to drive global growth with significant customer exposure in a fast paced and changing environment
• Proactivity and pragmatism paired with willingness to create structure
• Proficiency in German and English

Application / Contact

If this sounds interesting and likely the right challenge for you, we look forward to receiving your application!

Please register your CV/resume and cover letter.

Within your application, please inform us regarding your notice period and salary expectations.

The applications will be handled on an ongoing basis and the position may be filled before the application deadline date.