Account Manager

Future Starter

Are you ready to make an impact? ZF is looking for talented individuals to join our team. As a Future Starter, you’ll have the opportunity to shape the future of mobility. Join us and be part of something extraordinary!

Country/Region: US

Location:

North Mankato, MN, US, 56003

At ZF Off-Highway Solutions Minnesota, Inc., the Sales team drives business growth and customer satisfaction through strong relationships, customer engagement, market analysis, and sales strategy. The team collaborates with engineering, product management, and logistics to introduce new products and enhance existing ones, ensuring compliance with industry standards and fostering a positive work environment. The position would not be able to support fully remote work but could sit in either Vernon Hills, IL or North Mankato, MN.

• Defend and grow business with assigned customers in North America
• Ensure customer satisfaction in products, price, quality, service, and technology
• Build connections with customer engineering teams and decision-makers
• Manage customer relationships through virtual and in-person meetings (25%-50% travel)
• Support quality and logistics discussions
• Work on new RFQs and ensure timely delivery of offers
• Collaborate with ZF functions to deliver on-time responses
• Solve technical and commercial issues, coordinating internal resources
• Support operational planning and manage price lists and adjustments
• Ensure KPIs are under control and identify new market opportunities
• No direct reports

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or related fields;
  Master’s preferred
• 7+ years of experience in Sales Management (B2B; preferably Tier 1 suppliers)
• Experience in complex/matrix organizations
• Technical knowledge of complex engineering products
• Proactive, assertive, and good communication skills
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams
• Willingness to travel in North America (and sometimes overseas)
• Proficient in MS Office and SAP
• Demonstrated integrity and commitment to continuous improvement
• Fluent in English

The expected base compensation for this role is $103,800 to $123,000 annually. Actual base compensation within the identified range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.

• Annual Incentive Plan with a 5% Target
• 401(k) Plan
• Health Care Benefits
• Paid Sick Time (ESST)
• Supportive, collaborative team environment
• Diverse and inclusive workplace culture
• Supportive Employee Groups and community outreach activities

North Mankato offers small-town charm with urban amenities, a strong economy, vibrant arts scene, and recreational opportunities. Close to Minneapolis/St. Paul, it is recognized for its livability and quality of life.

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.

With four generations across 118 nationalities in 41 countries, ZF combines a unique variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and ideas. Together, we solve problems, drive innovation and shape next generation mobility.

Our company is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity and to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with us and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please contact us. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be considered on a case‑by‑case basis.

ZF is an Equal Opportunity and affirming Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job‑related reasons regardless of an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

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Bethany Vijayakumar