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Senior Account Manager

Lear Corporation
Gothenburg, Västra Götaland, SE, 417 64, Swedenfull_timeVerifiedPosted 24 Jun 2025

About the role

<p><span><span><b>Lear For You</b></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span>We work hard for the people who work for us. We champion our teams. We foster collaboration, inclusion, respect and excellence. What we are trying to say is <b>we want to be more for you.</b></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span>We are your path to a better career, a better future, and a better you.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span>Our teams have invented groundbreaking technologies, flawlessly manufactured millions of products and earned a long list of awards. Year after year, we are one of the World's Most Admired Companies. </span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span>Our teams are the secret to our success. They are empowered, inventive and inclusive. Passionate about their craft. Driven to succeed. Because we all understand that we must work together to win. </span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span>Are you ready for a better career? A better future?</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span><b>We're Lear For You. </b></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><span><span>Lear’s <b>Gothenburg plant</b> is a key facility specializing in the development and production of <b>advanced automotive electronic systems</b>. This plant plays a crucial role in delivering <b>high-tech solutions</b> that enhance vehicle safety, performance, and connectivity. Working closely with leading automotive manufacturers, Lear’s Swedish operations are at the forefront of <b>innovation, quality, and technological advancement</b> in the automotive industry.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span><b>About the Role</b></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span>As a <b>Senior Account Manager</b>, you will be responsible for managing and developing long-term business relationships with a major automotive manufacturer. You will work cross-functionally with internal teams to ensure smooth commercial operations, support new business opportunities, and drive profitability.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><span><span><b>Responsibilities:</b></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span>• Manage <b>day-to-day commercial activities</b> and ensure smooth business operations.</span></span></p> <p><span><span>• Oversee <b>order accuracy, change management costs, and implementation of logistical changes</b>.</span></span></p> <p><span><span>• Maintain records of <b>capital investment, tools, and unit cost recovery</b>.</span></span></p> <p><span><span>• Lead <b>value analysis/value engineering (VA/VE) activities</b> to align with profitability goals.</span></span></p> <p><span><span>• Collaborate with other Account Managers to maintain common business standards and best practices.</span></span></p> <p><span><span>• Develop and maintain the <b>calculation database</b> and provide <b>monthly sales forecasts</b>.</span></span></p> <p><span><span>• Support <b>new business opportunities</b> by compiling and analyzing purchasing data.</span></span></p> <p><span><span>• Act as the primary <b>customer interface</b>, handling day-to-day communication and visiting their operational locations in Sweden and globally.</span></span></p> <p><span><span>• Work closely with global teams to meet customer requirements and business expectations.</span></span></p> <p><span><span>• Build and maintain strong relationships with both <b>internal teams and customers</b>.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><span><span><b>Requirements:</b></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span>• <b>Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering</b> or a related field (preferred).</span></span></p> <p><span><span>• <b>At least 5 years of experience</b> in a similar role within the automotive industry.</span></span></p> <p><span><span>• <b>Fluent spoken and written English</b> (Swedish or other languages are a plus).</span></span></p> <p><span><span>• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, global environment.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><span><span>This is a fantastic opportunity to join <b>Lear’s Gothenburg plant</b>, where you will contribute to the future of <b>automotive technology and innovation</b>.</span></span></p>

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