Sales 2023-07-27 09:00:08
Permanent
Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire
OEM Account Manager – Automotive
An experienced Automotive OEM Account Manager is required to join the UK team of a Global OEM and aftermarket automotive components manufacturer. This role will form part of the OEM team in the UK and provide effective engineering and commercial support to Ford.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a brand leader in the automotive industry and an integral part of the OEM team at an exciting time within their history. Alongside a competitive salary you will receive company car, generous pension contributions, Bupa, Life Insurance, fully expensed lunch, free on-site parking and 25 days holiday (plus Christmas shutdown, plus bank holidays). The company pride themselves on a family-feel environment and excellent training opportunities and can offer hybrid working.
Ideal locations – St Albans, Watford, Hemel Hempstead, Luton, Stevenage, Berkhamsted, Welwyn Garden City, Leighton Buzzard, Aylesbury, High Wycombe, Slough, Maidenhead, Wembley, Hertford
Salary ££competitive + car + generous pension contributions, Bupa, Life Insurance, fully expensed lunch, free on-site parking and 25 days holiday (plus Christmas shutdown, plus bank holidays) + hybrid working.
The Role
Provide effective commercial and engineering support to Ford.
Maintain engineering and commercial contacts through regular customer visits.
Work closely with the Project and Applications Engineer.
Work closely with design and development engineers, purchasing and Ford themselves to identify new business opportunities and implement successfully pre-agreed projects.
Establish pricing and strategy through solid customer relationships and competitor analysis.
Introduce and demonstrate new products & process change approvals.
Keep abreast of the latest engineering developments in the automotive field.
Identify future vehicle programmes and volume requirements through discussions with customers.The Candidate
A recognised Engineering qualification, preferably a degree, or a proven, successful background in an Automotive OEM environment.
A commercial focus with the ability to manage, develop and nurture customer accounts.
Previous experience of working with Ford or an equivalent volume vehicle manufacturer.
The ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
Experience of automotive new product introduction (PPAP).
Strong presentation and negotiation skills.
Advantageous, is a knowledge of internal combustion engines, ignition components, vehicle electronics and exhaust after treatment.
An analytical mindset with experience of using Microsoft Excel to prepare detailed reports and analysis for senior managers and customers.This role will involve travel to customer sites and occasional overseas trips.
Apply in Confidence
To apply for the OEM Account Manager – Automotive job please forward your CV to Kayleigh Bradley, Senior Recruiter at Glen Callum Associates Ltd or call Kayleigh directly on (phone number removed) for a further chat on the job.
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