Key Account Manager

Gestamp Automocion SA
  • Iowa, IA
    10 days ago

    Job Description

    JOB SUMMARY

    At Gestamp, were shaping the future of mobility through innovation, advanced manufacturing, and strong customer partnerships. As a global leader in automotive components, we work with the worlds leading vehicle manufacturers to create safer, lighter, and more sustainable vehicles.

    Were seeking an experienced Key Account Manager to lead strategic European automotive customer accounts within our U.S. operations. This high-impact role offers global exposure, executive-level customer interaction, and the opportunity to drive business growth and customer success.

    What Youll Do

    As the primary commercial contact for key customer accounts, you will:

    Identify, develop, and secure new business opportunities.

    Manage customer programs from quotation through launch.

    Build and maintain strong relationships with customer stakeholders.

    Lead commercial activities including pricing, cost recovery, engineering changes, claims, and negotiations.

    Coordinate customer requirements across engineering, operations, finance, program management, and sales teams.

    Develop growth strategies in partnership with global sales teams across North America, Europe, and Asia.

    Lead negotiations to secure profitable business awards and maximize account performance.

    Monitor market trends, customer developments, and competitive activity to identify future opportunities.

    Why Join Gestamp?

    Global Impact: Work directly with leading international automotive manufacturers.

    Strategic Influence: Shape customer strategy and drive business growth.

    Cross-Functional Leadership: Collaborate with teams across sales, engineering, manufacturing, finance, and operations.

    Career Growth: Join a global organization that values innovation, teamwork, and professional development.

    Qualifications

    Bachelors degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field preferred.

    5+ years of experience in account management, sales, business development, or a related commercial role.

    Knowledge of manufacturing processes.

    Proven ability to manage customer relationships and drive commercial success.

    Preferred Skills

    Strong business and financial acumen.

    Experience leading complex commercial negotiations.

    Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

    Ability to work effectively across global, cross-functional teams.

    Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.

    Self-motivated with a high degree of ownership and accountability.

    German language skills are a plus, but not required.

    Ready to accelerate your career with a global automotive leader? Apply today and help drive innovation, build lasting customer partnerships, and shape the future of mobility at Gestamp.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationIowa, IA

    Skills

    • Alliance/Partner Managementunmatched
    • Analysis Skillsunmatched
    • Automotive Industryunmatched
    • Automotive Manufacturingunmatched
    • Business Developmentunmatched
    • Business Growthunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Competitive Researchunmatched
    • Cost Engineeringunmatched
    • Cross-Functionalunmatched
    • Customer Relationsunmatched
    • Customer Relationship Management (CRM)unmatched
    • Financeunmatched
    • Financial Operationsunmatched
    • German Languageunmatched
    • International Salesunmatched
    • Leadershipunmatched
    • Manufacturingunmatched
    • Manufacturing/Industrial Processesunmatched
    • Market Trackingunmatched
    • Market Trend Analysisunmatched
    • Negotiation Skillsunmatched
    • Organizational Skillsunmatched
    • Partner Salesunmatched
    • Performance Managementunmatched
    • Pricingunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Project/Program Managementunmatched
    • Salesunmatched
    • Sales Managementunmatched
    • Strategic Planningunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched

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