Account Manager- John Deere

Position Summary

Molex is seeking a highly motivated Account Manager to support and grow a strategic OEM account. This role requires a strong blend of commercial acumen and technical expertise, with the ability to engage both engineering and purchasing organizations. The successful candidate will step into a critical position supporting a long-standing customer relationship and will be responsible for maintaining continuity while driving new growth opportunities.

• Own and manage relationships across multiple customer functions (engineering, purchasing, operations)
• Drive revenue growth by identifying new opportunities, securing design wins, and expanding product penetration
• Serve as the primary commercial interface for all account activity including pricing, negotiations, and contract management
• Translate customer technical requirements into viable Molex solutions by working closely with engineering, product management, and manufacturing teams
• Provide technical product guidance on connectors, cable assemblies, and electronic interconnect solutions
• Lead account planning, pipeline development, and forecasting activities
• Coordinate cross-functional teams (engineering, supply chain, quality, customer service) to ensure successful program execution and customer satisfaction
• Support prototype development, quoting, and production ramp activities
• Manage escalations and ensure timely resolution of customer issues
• Conduct regular business reviews and maintain strong executive-level relationships with key stakeholders

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related field strongly preferred)
• 5+ years of experience in technical sales, account management, and/or engineering.
• Strong understanding of interconnect systems, cable assemblies, or related products.
• Proven ability to work with both engineering and purchasing teams
• Demonstrated success in managing complex accounts and closing technical sales opportunities
• Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast‑paced environment

• Experience supporting large OEM customers within industrial, automotive, or heavy equipment markets
• Background in connectors, wiring systems, or embedded electrical systems
• Experience working in a global organization and coordinating across regions
• Familiarity with ERP/CRM tools (e.g., Salesforce)

• Technical aptitude with the ability to understand and explain complex engineering solutions
• Relationship management and customer engagement at multiple organizational levels
• Problem‑solving and solution‑oriented mindset
• Cross-functional collaboration and project management
• Strategic thinking with a strong focus on growth and profitability

For this role, we anticipate paying $120,000- $150,000 per year. This role is eligible for variable pay, issued as a monetary bonus or in another form.

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