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Location: National - Field Based Role (Ideally, candidates will be centrally based)

Salary: £70,000 - £85,000 Total Planned Income (Based on 75% Basic and 25% OTE Split)

Permanent

Job Description

I am working with one of the world's leading and most well-known manufacturing brands. My client has a fantastic track record and reputation for innovation and quality with a real commitment to exploring and encouraging creativity.

Their commitment to quality, commitment to innovation and employee centric approach make them an excellent employee to work with and their reputation as an employer is every bit as strong as their reputation as a manufacturing company.

They are now looking for a Key Account Manager to join their Automotive and Aerospace division in a Nationwide Role. This is an exciting opportunity to join the business and sell into the automotive sector.

As a Key Account Manager you will have an impact by:

Driving profitable sales growth to surpass Operating Plan targets
Executing the Automotive Division Strategy
Implementing EMEA Portfolio and Operational priorities
Leading engagement with key account customers
Fostering effective partnerships and communication with multiple stakeholders

Skills & Expertise

Demonstrated sales and marketing experience in the automotive sector
Proven expertise in managing global customers and complex products
Proficiency in English both spoken and written
Strong commercial acumen
Possession of a valid driver's license
Please note that this is a Nationwide, field based covering the whole of the UK.

Additional knowledge and preferred qualifications:

Project management, prioritisation, and communication skills
Comfortable working in a technical or engineering environment
Skilled in international collaboration and influencing cross-functional teams
Experience in effective communication across diverse countries and culturesECS Recruitment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy

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