Johnson Electric
Sales Manager
Germany · Work style not stated · Full time
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- EmployerJohnson Electric
- LocationGermany
- Work styleWork style not stated
- Employment typeFull time
- Employer posted
Come Innovate Motion with Us
Are you ready to elevate your career with one of the most innovative companies in the automotive industry? At Johnson Electric, we are not only shaping the future of mobility but also thriving in the current European and global markets. Our extensive product portfolio, including actuators, pumps, electric motors and many more- demonstrates our commitment to delivering high-quality solutions across various applications.
We are currently seeking a Sales Manager in the Stuttgart area to join our team, taking over a key role working with major European customers. You will be responsible for building and maintaining strong relationships with these strategic accounts, driving sales, and identifying new business opportunities.
Your responsibilities will be to:
- Manage the current business with existing allocated customers, keeping those products at profitable price levels (LTA, VA/VE and Raw material/rate adjustments)
- Manage the acquisition of new profitable business with existing or new customers meeting booking targets
- Influence the organization to develop new products based on markets and customers needs
- Define a middle and long-term strategy for the allocated applications and customers to ensure profitable growth
- Develop and drive collaborative business plans, including sales forecasts and budget planning, aligned with customer and company growth goals
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams and international colleagues
- Ensure timely execution of contract reviews, price adjustments, and related processes
- Stay informed about market trends and drive internal product development
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Our requirements:
- Bachelor's degree from Engineering/Technical background
- Ideally 3+ years of relevant Sales experience with customers in the automotive industry
- English language skills are mandatory, knowledge of German language would be considered as a plus
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and influence key stakeholders
- Strong proactive mindset – eager to identify opportunities, take initiative, and follow through
- Ability to establish and grow long-term customer relationships while actively seeking new business leads
- Ability to work well independently or within a global, multi-cultural team environment
- Strong selling, marketing and negotiating skills
- Willingness to frequent travel globally: up to 30% of working hours
What do we offer:
- The opportunity to develop your professional skills thanks to the wide range of products we manufacture and our global presence
- Work-life balance: 30 days of vacation and many more
- Become a part of an international team with a pleasant working atmosphere
Come join our global, inclusive & diverse team
Our purpose is to improve the quality of life of everyone we touch through our innovative motion systems. We are a truly global team bound together by our shared values. Our culture is built on the diversity, knowledge, skills, creativity, and talents that each employee brings to the company. Our people are our company’s most valuable asset. We are committed to providing an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace where employees of different backgrounds feel valued and respected, regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity or religious background. We are committed to inspiring our employees to grow, act with ownership and find fulfilment and meaning in the work they do.
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