BASF · 1 week ago
Key Account Manager - Automotive OEM (BASF-Chemetall)
United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$110K/yr - $120K/yr
5+ years expBASF is a leading supplier of applied surface treatments worldwide, focusing on customized technology solutions for surface treatment. The Key Account Manager - Automotive OEM will manage strategic accounts, ensuring business objectives are met while building strong customer relationships and coordinating product specifications globally.
AgricultureChemicalIndustrial EngineeringManufacturingOil and GasProduct Research
No H1B
Responsibilities
Ensure strategic and tactical objectives are achieved for our customers, establish and maintain customer relations with engineering and technology on current and future production and assist with the roll out of new processes at the plant
Focus on all customer interactions while maintaining high communication and involvement within the organization
Build and strengthen relationships with the global internal team (management, RD&E, customer service, plant sales, etc.)
Customer relationship management to include interaction with: Management, Materials and Process Engineering, Purchasing, Design, Q C, Environmental, Etc
Coordinate product specifications globally (Ensure specs are global where relevant)
Develop project and product leverage around the world
Communicate needs to local directional team for new product ideas and growth
Communicate with directional team on active RD&E projects with key accounts as well as, global communication
Manage the profitability and growth of the accounts, meet financial goals
Develop a Value-Added sales model through cost saving program implementation and through new product introduction
Understand global cost issues relating to your account
Develop strategy & tactics for key accounts to successfully
Define, monitor, organize, and communicate competitive methods and other techniques/trends of assembly
Conducting technical presentations about chemical technology at key customer locations
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Engineering or related field is required
Minimum of 5 years of experience within a similar role is required
Prior experience managing large customer automotive OEM accounts is required
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Ability to use value-based selling techniques to grow sales within your area
Ability to travel 50% within your area which includes overnight travel
Preferred
Prior project management experience is preferred
Prior team leadership experience is preferred
Comfortable using MS Office tools
Benefits
Flexible work arrangements whenever possible
Highly competitive retirement savings plan with company match and investment options
Well-being programs that include comprehensive mental health support for you and your household family members
Family forming benefits (fertility, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, maternity/parental leave, and more)
Back-up child and elder care with discount programs for families of all ages and stages
Mentoring and career development opportunities that allow you to share, learn, and thrive
Matching gifts program that allows you to deepen the impact of your contributions to qualified charities.
Employee crisis support for when the unexpected happens
Access to our BASF wine cellar, employee discounts, and much more!
Company
BASF
BASF is a manufacturing company that offers chemicals for industries such as construction and coatings, automotive, and various sectors.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$337.39MKey Investors
Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy (BMWi)
2024-10-15Grant· $337.39M
2018-10-30Non Equity Assistance
2002-01-01IPO
Leadership Team
Carsten Weers
Vice President Logistics Procurement Maritime & Air Transportation, Tank Storage
Brian Standen
Global Head of Digital Innovation
Recent News
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