Automotive Industry, Automotive Manufacturing, Brand Positioning, Communication Skills, Customer Experience, Customer Relations, Diversity, Executive Relationships, Leadership, Machine Tool, Mass Production, Multiplatform/Cross-Platform, National Sales, Negotiation Skills, OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer), Performance Metrics, Product Pricing, Profit & Loss Analysis, Regional Sales, Request for Proposals (RFP), Sales Forecasting, Sales Management, Sales Support, Talent Management, Team Player, Technical Sales, Territory Development, Territory Management, Urban Planning
Our client, a Tier 1 automotive manufacturing supplier, is seeking a Regional Senior Sales Manager to join their team. As a Regional Senior Sales Manager, you will be part of the North American Commercial/Sales organization, supporting OEM and Tier 1 customer growth initiatives. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership capability, strategic thinking, and executive‑level communication skills, which will align successfully within the organization.
Job Title: Regional Senior Sales Manager
Location: Auburn Hills, MI
Pay Range: $140K - $170K + 20% bonus
What’s the Job?
- Lead all commercial activities across the North American automotive market, driving profitable growth with OEM and Tier 1 customers.
- Own executive‑level customer relationships and lead RFQ strategy, including pricing, commercial terms, tooling recovery, and profitability analysis.
- Deliver new business wins and expand existing accounts across closure systems and related product lines.
- Lead and develop Regional Sales Managers while overseeing regional sales planning, forecasting, KPIs, and performance.
- Collaborate with engineering, operations, and program teams to ensure successful execution from RFQ through mass production and EOP.
What’s Needed?
- 12–15+ years of experience in technical sales, account management, or commercial leadership within a Tier 1 automotive supplier environment.
- Proven leadership experience managing regional or national sales teams.
- Strong OEM customer experience supporting GM, Ford, Stellantis, or other global automotive manufacturers.
- Deep understanding of automotive commercial processes including RFQs, pricing strategy, LTAs, tooling negotiations, and cost recovery.
What’s in it for me?- Competitive salary with performance‑based incentive compensation.
- Strategic leadership role with high visibility and impact.
- Opportunity to influence growth across major OEM platforms.
- Collaborative, cross‑functional working environment.
- Career growth within a global automotive organization.
If this is a role that interests you and you’d like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!
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