Business Development Specialist – Electric Motors

Key Account Manager - Automotive Electronics  
Overview  A Japanese manufacturer in Almere is seeking a Key Account Manager to drive business growth, develop client relationships, and manage relationships with existing clients. The role requires strong commercial skills, a strategic mindset, and the ability to work in an international environment. The role requires frequent business trips within Europe, approximately once a week. The company may consider sponsoring visas for especially well-suited candidates.
Details   Type:
Full-time, Temp/Contract/Project

Location:

Almere, Netherlands

Working hours:

9:00-17:30 (30 minutes lunch break)

Contract:

1 year contract, with aim for long-term employment
Salary: €60k - €90k (including holiday allowance) depending on experience + up to 10% performance-based bonus
Start: ASAP
Benefits: transportation fee, company car (optional), and other benefits
Main Responsibilities   Business Development:
Actively identify, pursue, and secure new key accounts while expanding business with existing clients across Europe.
Project Leadership:
Serve as the primary point of contact for customer projects, leading them from the initial stages to the start of mass production by collaborating with global teams.
Strategic Partnerships:
Cultivate deep relationships with key accounts and prospects to uncover new opportunities for both horizontal and vertical business expansion.
Market Presence:
Travel frequently (25-35%) to meet with customers and prospects, promoting products and services.
Sales Strategy:
Develop and execute sales budgets, monitor progress, and build a healthy project pipeline to ensure sustainable long-term growth.
Negotiation:
Conduct annual negotiations on pricing and business conditions.
Global

Collaboration:

Work closely with overseas affiliates, providing periodic reports and addressing a variety of cross-functional issues.
Ideal Candidate   Minimum 5-10 years of experience in a sales or business development role, preferably in manufacturing or B2B sales
Electronics, mechanical engineering, or a similar technical field is beneficial
A proactive, results-driven individual (hunter mentality) with a hands-on approach and the ability to thrive in a multicultural environment
Fluent in English (Japanese, German and other European language is a plus)
Bachelor’s degree in business, Sales, or a related field
Strong negotiation and communication skills
Ability to develop long-term relationships with clients
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and CRM systems
Goal-oriented, proactive, and able to work independently

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