Account Manager

Excellent opportunity for someone who is either working in relationship management and business development - or who wants to be trained.Must be able to speak Japanese.Will travel and work the remainder remotely - preferably should be in Michigan, Alabama or Ohio.Will support Visa/work authorization.Our global client is looking to fill a newly created position - this Account Manager will be working with automakers who buy our clients products.This company is regularly votes on of the best places to work.Experience in the Automotive or Industrial Manufacturing is a plus, but not required - the right mix of people skills, ability to work effectively within the Japanese business culture, and desire to grow within an organization that promotes regularly.**This position is responsible for managing key customer accounts and the overall day-to-day business relationship between the company and the OEMs.The role will manage strategy development, promote products and solutions, and build and maintain customer relationships within an assigned territory.This role will work with all Automotive team members to support growth and new program launches to drive maximum penetration of their products.**• Bachelor's Degree, preferably in Business Administration or Engineering• 2+ years of sales or directly related experience in the Automotive Industry OR possess skills that are applicable within non-automotive industries.• Strong customer service orientation.• If coming from sales or relationship management, then skills in developing/implementing strategies with various market segments, customers, and products consistent with the overall business plan.• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with various levels within the organization and to influence without direct authority.• Strong verbal and written communication skills.• Strong results-orientation and execution characteristics• Ability to effectively organize, prioritize and accomplish multiple conflicting tasks, make intelligent, timely planning on next steps, and solve problems independently• Ability and willingness to travel as required in the US

Created: 2025-02-14