Key Account Manager Automotive
Key Account Manager Automotive
Key Account Manager Automotive
Key Account Manager Automotive
Hydro Extrusion Nenzing GmbH
Metallindustrie und -verarbeitung
Offenburg
- Art der Beschäftigung: Vollzeit
- 74.000 € – 94.500 € (von XING geschätzt)
- Vor Ort
- Zu den Ersten gehören
Key Account Manager Automotive
Über diesen Job
Hydro Extrusions is a world-leading aluminium extrusion business counting around 100 production sites in 40 countries and employing 20,000 people. Through our unique combination of local expertise, global network, and unmatched R&D capabilities, we can offer everything from standard profiles, to advanced development and manufacturing for most industries.
What you will be doing
- Manage customer portfolio and key accounts
- Drive new project acquisition and business development opportunities
- Prepare, follow up, and negotiate customer offers and contracts
- Lead sales activities within customer projects
- Own budget planning and forecasting processes
- Ensure proactive collaboration with internal departments, plants, and finance/debtor teams
- Maintain CRM data and support sales administration tasks
- Ensure compliance with customer-specific, quality, and HSE requirements
- Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and industry developments
- Prepare regular sales reports, KPIs, and performance insights
- Support product launches, customer audits, and change management activities
- Manage pricing, profitability analysis, and cost breakdowns
- Drive customer satisfaction and lead escalation resolution processes
- Support strategic account planning and long-term customer development roadmaps
- Lead cross-functional meetings for key customer projects
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of automotive standards and regulations
- Perform additional responsibilities within the professional scope as required
What will make you successful?
- Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Engineering, or a related field
- 5+ years of experience in key account management, preferably within the automotive or industrial sector
- Proven track record in project acquisition, contract negotiation, and customer relationship management
- Experience working with OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, or similar stakeholders
- Familiarity with CRM systems, budgeting tools, and automotive compliance standards
- Fluent German and English language skills are mandatory; additional languages are an advantage
- Japanese or Korean language skills are considered a plus
- Experience with aluminum and extrusion is an advantage
- Strong sales and business development ("hunter”) mindset
- Excellent stakeholder management and collaboration skills
- Strong ability to understand and translate customer requirements
- Strong negotiation, contract management, and strategic relationship management skills
- Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive, solution-oriented mindset
- Ability to work independently, take initiative, and adapt in dynamic environments
- Good understanding of Asian business culture
What we offer you
We empower our leaders to innovate, drive change, and make a lasting impact. If you’re a visionary leader who thrives in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment, we want you to join our team and help shape the future of our operations.
Ready to lead the next wave of operational excellence? Apply now and be part of Hydro’s commitment to growth, innovation, and sustainability.
Equal opportunities
At Hydro, we believe diversity makes us stronger. We welcome diverse experiences and perspectives, and invite all qualified candidates to apply. We review every application fairly and strive to provide equal opportunities for everyone to grow and succeed.
Apply before: 03/05/2026
Possible work locations
Tønder, DK, 6270 CHATEAUROUX, FR, 36008 Krakow, PL, 32-500 FR, 83480 Harderwijk, NL, 3846 BB Achim-Uphusen, DE, 28832 Toulouse, FR, 31037 Lodz, PL, 93-428 Székesfehérvár, HU, 8000 Ghlin, BE, 7011 Nenzing, AT, 6710 Hoogezand, NL, 9601 LX Lichtervelde, BE, 8810 Trzcianka, PL, 64-890Why Hydro?
Are you looking to make a real impact? For over a century, our people have been the driving force in solving some of the world's most pressing issues - and we hope you'll join us in solving the next century's. Whether you're working to close the loop at one of our recycling facilities or ensuring efficient renewable energy processes to decarbonize aluminium production, your contributions make an impact in our shared purpose of propelling our industries and the world into a greener future.
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A job where you make a difference
A key part of succeeding in this mission involves encouraging a collegial environment where our differences are acknowledged as our greatest competitive advantage. Your diverse perspective makes us stronger. Our global diversity, inclusion and belonging program enables us to cultivate a high-performing and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued.
Your career journey is unique. We strive to provide you with the support needed to achieve your full potential. With our global reach, inclusive culture, and cutting-edge technology you'll have the opportunity to build a career that aligns with your strengths and passions. Join our global community of over 30,000 people with a presence in 40 countries and united by the values of Care, Courage and Collaboration. At Hydro, you have the chance to make a difference in the industries that matter. Explore our world and the heart of our operations.
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