Key Account Manager Automotive (m/w/d) – full-time, unlimited The Willi Elbe Group employs around 1,000 employees at seven international locations – from Swabia to China. We develop and produce leading drive and steering technology for premium vehicles, whether cars, motorcycles or cars. And because life consists of more than work, we value a good working environment and a balanced work-life balance. At Willi Elbe, we attach particular importance to building and maintaining long-term and valuable relationships with our customers. As a growing company in the automotive industry, we strive for excellence and innovation. To support our continuous growth and offer our customers the best service, we are looking for a dedicated and experienced key account manager (m/w/d) that strengthens our team.

Leading an OEM account to ownership Construction and maintenance of the customer network and transparent presentation of decision-making paths with our customers as well as close and trusting support of the customer network Guided tours, audit of contract documents, implementation of price negotiations Development of a negotiation strategy in the acquisition phase in coordination with the sales management Preparation of offers and testing of calculations Creation and implementation of company, product and offer presentations Participation in concept creation Project management in the acquisition phase (RFQ phase 0 and 1) according to defined RFQ process Preparation of customer strategies in coordination with the sales management Leadership of LZV/annual price and claim negotiations in coordination with the sales management

Completed studies or completed commercial training 3-5 years of sales experience, ideally in the automotive or automotive industry Funded business understanding Sovereign appearance as well as independent and independent operation A high level of initiative, flexibility and team capacity Analytical thinking, high self-motivation and aiming English language skills Secure handling of Microsoft Office and SAP R/3 readiness to travel regularly

Fair and transparent remuneration according to the collective agreement of the metal and electrical industry (IG Metall) 30 days holiday and special holidays for special occasions (wedding, birth etc.) Flexible working hours and possibility for home office Flat hierarchies and fast communication paths Collaborative and supportive operating climate in a great team Attractive location (directly on the highway, next to Breuningerland Ludwigsburg/Tamm, IKEA) Occupational pensions and health programmes Agiles and dynamic work environment with diverse development possibilities Cycling leasing Benefits for oldage benefits (AVWL) JOBV1_EN