As an Account Manager, you will be responsible for driving new business growth, as well as the growth and value creation of existing customers. You will be responsible for contributing to the commercial aspects of identifying, quoting, and winning new business while expanding the scope of opportunities within the customer portfolio. You will also contribute to critical sales elements—including, but not limited to, account strategy, pricing management, managing relationships with internal and external stakeholders, and the sales cycle.
Your Responsibilities:
First customer contact point for the VW brand
Build proactive communication and relationships with OEMs and Tier 1s to foster trust
Ensure alignment with other Aptiv product lines when responding to customer issues
Ensure APTIV maximizes its content per vehicle by supporting robust multi-product battle plans that lead to profitable and sustainable growth
Enable portfolio decision-making (e.g., pricing and givebacks) for our entire EDS portfolio through an objective, data-driven process, as needed
Support and monitor project launches and transfers, including associated cost and pricing trends, from contract award to EOL and after-market support
Drive cross-functional activities to improve the cost structure and define opportunities to improve price quality at every opportunity. (MI/ECM)
Prepare and lead customer strategy meetings
Support business planning and manage it in the SPS
Your background:
Completed degree in economics or industrial engineering
Proven experience in sales/account management
German automotive experience with the VW Group
Clear verbal communication and negotiation skills
Ability to interpret technical drawings, preferably wiring harnesses
Strong teamwork approach
Flexibility and proven ability to work under pressure
Excellent negotiation skills
Good execution skills
Effective presentation skills
Good written and spoken German and English skills
Benefits:
In addition to an attractive compensation package, Aptiv offers 30 days of vacation and overtime compensation.
A secure, permanent employment relationship awaits you with the opportunity for continuous internal development, including in an international environment.
Access to internal and external training, coaching, and certifications allows you to continuously develop your skills.
We particularly recognize innovation and outstanding performance.
A highly international, collegial environment and collaboration with subject matter experts await you.
You will have the opportunity to participate in CSR activities.
At Aptiv, you have the opportunity to actively shape the future of mobility in partnership with virtually all global OEMs, using cutting-edge technology (e.g., e-mobility and autonomous driving.
Why join us?
You can grow at Aptiv. Aptiv provides an inclusive work environment where all individuals can grow and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity or beliefs
You can have an impact. Safety is a core Aptiv value; we want a safer world for us and our children, one with: Zero fatalities, Zero injuries, Zero accidents
Aptiv Benefits:
Our working style: flexible work environment
Learning, professional growth and development in a world-recognized international environment.
Access to internal & external training, coaching & certifications.
Recognition for innovation and excellence.
Opportunities to give back to the community
Apply today, and together let’s change tomorrow!
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