Key Account Manager

About the company

A global supplier of adhesive, sealing and coating solutions to the automotive industry, supporting leading OEMs manufacturers across North America. The business has a strong reputation for technical expertise and long-standing customer partnerships, and is investing in continued growth across North America.

Why this role?

If you have experience selling into the automotive industry and enjoy owning key customer relationships, this is an opportunity to step into a highly visible, commercially focused role.

You will take full responsibility for major OEM accounts, driving growth, influencing strategy, and making a direct impact on business performance across North America.

What you will be doing

• Manage and grow key automotive OEM accounts across North America
• Develop and execute account strategies to increase revenue and profitability
• Build strong, long-term relationships with commercial and technical stakeholders
• Identify new business opportunities within existing and target customers
• Collaborate with internal technical and commercial teams to deliver customer solutions
• Lead forecasting, pricing strategy, and commercial negotiations

What we are looking for

• Experience in sales or account management within the automotive industry
• Proven track record of managing and growing key customer accounts
• Strong commercial mindset with the ability to drive revenue and margin growth
• Experience working with OEMs and/or Tier 1 suppliers
• Ability to build relationships at multiple levels within customer organizations
• Technical background (materials, chemicals, engineering) is advantageous but not essential

What is on offer

• Competitive package with strong performance-related earning potential
• Opportunity to work with leading automotive OEMs and Tier 1 customers
• Clear career progression within a global organization
• High level of autonomy and ownership in a commercially critical role

Apply now for a confidential discussion with Walker Lovell.

Or contact Natalie Worsley:

+44 161 515 6343

📧 natalie@walkerlovell.com