Key Account Manager - Steering Systems - Thornley Corporate Solutions

Key Account Manager Steering Systems Division
Location: Metro Detroit, MI (with Remote Flexibility)
Salary: $100,000 + Car Allowance & Comprehensive Benefits

Embark on a career journey with a leading innovator in bearing systems for steering applications. As a third-party recruiter, I am on the lookout for a Key Account Manager with a profound understanding of the automotive industry and a proven track record in managing tier 1 supplier relationships. This role, based in the vibrant automotive hub of Metro Detroit with the option for remote work, is your chance to drive significant impact within a prestigious portfolio of clients.

What Youll Do:

• Client Management & Support: Provide unwavering support to an established roster of tier 1 automotive suppliers in Michigan, ensuring their needs and expectations are not just met but exceeded.
• Drive Revenue & Account Growth: Deliver on ambitious revenue targets by strategically expanding services and solutions within your existing accounts, securing our position as a key partner in steering systems innovation.
• Strategic Innovation & Product Management: Work closely with technical teams to guide product changes and enhancements, ensuring our solutions remain at the forefront of the industrys evolving demands.
• Foundation for Future Business: Identify and lay the groundwork for new business opportunities, leveraging insights and relationships to position our company for future successes.
• Problem Resolution: Take the lead in resolving customer issues swiftly and effectively, maintaining the integrity of our client relationships and ensuring continuous satisfaction and loyalty.
• Collaborative Leadership: Act as the critical liaison between clients and our internal teams, fostering a collaborative environment that nurtures innovative solutions and meets the dynamic needs of the market.

Who Were Looking For:

• An adept Key Account Manager with a history of success in the automotive supply chain, especially skilled at managing and growing tier 1 supplier accounts in Michigan.
• Holds a technical degree, with a strong foundation in automotive component systems. Experience in bearing systems, dampers, sealing, driveline, hinges, pedals, or strut bearings is highly desirable, showcasing a comprehensive understanding of their applications within the automotive industry.
• Embodies strategic foresight, superior relationship management skills, adept negotiation capabilities, and a keen eye for both current needs and future opportunities.
• An exceptional communicator who can effectively convey complex ideas and technical details across all levels of understanding.
• Appreciates the balance of remote work flexibility with the opportunity for direct engagement within the Metro Detroit automotive community.

Why This Opportunity Is Unique:

• Offers a competitive salary of $100,000, significant car allowance, and a full benefits package.
• The chance to significantly impact the automotive industry while working with a leading supplier of innovative bearing solutions.
• Opportunities for career advancement in a supportive, dynamic, and innovative company environment.

Shape the Future of Automotive Steering Technologies:

If you're a driven professional who thrives on innovation, strategic growth, and delivering excellence in customer service, this role offers the perfect platform to advance your career. Apply now to become a pivotal player in steering the future of automotive technologies.