Sr. Sales Account Manager

Astemo is a global product leader in vehicle solutions. By developing and creating Advanced Sustainable Technologies for Mobility, Astemo is committed to contributing to a sustainable society and improving quality of life by providing world-leading advanced mobility solutions. Through cutting-edge innovations in electrification, autonomous driving, and advanced chassis and motorcycle systems, we are shaping the future of mobility.  

Position Summary: 

The Sr. Sales Account Manager will work closely with customers (OEM's, Tier 1's, etc.) and internal teams to support commercial activity related to xEV (Hybrid/Electric vehicles) products. Role responsibilities include acting as a main point of contact for customers, ensuring timely response to customer inquiries, leading sales quotes and commercial strategy, identifying growth opportunities, and working closely with internal teams to manage all commercial activity related to assigned products. 

The ideal candidate should be highly self-motivated and open to learning automotive related product specifications and manufacturing processes to communicate confidently with knowledgeable customers. Must additionally have technical prowess to recognize new product opportunities that will grow Astemo future product target areas of business. 

Minimum Qualifications (Education, Experience, and Skills): 

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Accounting, Economics, Engineering or related field. 

• 5-10 years' experience in: sales, program management, accounting, administration, engineering, or business development 

Preferred Qualifications (Education, Experience, and Skills): 

• Experience as primary customer interface to automotive OEMs (GM/Ford preferred), including working within customer portals. 

• Demonstrated success in developing strategic approach to resolving difficult commercial issues. 

Position Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Interface with OEM/Tier1 engineering, purchasing, and cost analysis teams. 

• Coordinate and complete customer quotations. 

• Support customer visits to manufacturing sites and sales offices globally. 

• Build and maintain strong customer relationships. 

• Negotiate pricing ter