
[pro] Service Account Manager
ZF Friedrichshafen AG, Phoenix, AZ, United States
Service Account Manager
Country/Region: US
Location
AZ, US
Job Description
About the team: The Service Account Manager is responsible for maintaining and expanding the ZF Service Workshop Network by driving network quality, coverage, and value. This role serves as a critical link between internal functional teams and external workshop partners to ensure alignment, promote program benefits, and enhance the customer experience. The ideal candidate combines technical understanding, customer service excellence, and program development skills to support the growth of our service ecosystem and drive product sales.
This is a remote position requiring up to 30% travel. The ideal candidate will be located in the state of Arizona (Phoenix is preferred).
What you can look forward to as a Service Account Manager:
Maintain and execute the strategic roadmap for the ZF Service Network and expand network presence by onboarding qualified workshops across target geographies.
Conduct annual audits of network partners to ensure compliance, performance, and service quality and identify gaps in network coverage and implement corrective actions as needed.
Support the development of marketing initiatives aimed at increasing brand awareness and network value.
Collaborate cross-functionally (Training, Sales, Warranty, etc.) to enhance program benefits.
Coordinate and lead network conferences and engagement events and serve as the primary point of contact for service partners.
Build and maintain strong relationships through proactive support and service.
Ensure all activities contribute to the direct or indirect sale of ZF products and services.
Maintain a comprehensive and accurate customer database and ensure partner visibility across internal systems and marketing platforms.
Your profile as a Service Account Manager:
Bachelor's Degree in Business, Engineering, or other relevant field
3+ years of experience in Sales and/or Customer Service
Automotive industry experience required; Commercial Vehicle market experience preferred
Experience in training content development and program certification a strong plus
Technical understanding of systems, products, and diagnostics preferred
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.) and Salesforce
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including public speaking and presentations
Highly self-motivated with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
Why you should choose ZF?
A supportive collaborative team environment
Annual Incentive Plan
Paid Vacation
401k Plan
Health Care Benefits
Paid Holidays
Supportive Employee Groups and community outreach activities
Be part of our ZF team as Service Account Manager and apply now!
Contact
Bethany Vijayakumar
DIVERSITY COMMITMENT:
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are more than just words for us. They are at the core of the ZF Way that propels our team members towards their utmost success. We strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is a natural reflex. We actively seek ways to remove barriers so that every member of ZF can rise to their full potential. We aim to embed this in our legacy through how we operate and build our products as we shape next generation mobility, safety, sustainability and social justice.
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