Global Key Account Manager Automotive (w/m/d)

Location: Darmstadt, Germany (DE)
Job Function: Sales
Career Level: Professionals
Company: Röhm GmbH

WHO WE ARE

We are a leading supplier of methacrylate chemistry. As a global company with around 2,900 employees, we are represented on four continents. We serve a global market with our MERACRYL® methacrylates and PMMA molding compounds under the PLEXIGLAS® brand (in the Americas registered under the trademark ACRYLITE®), which we manufacture in our worldwide production network. Our products supply growth markets including the automotive, construction, and medical technology industries.

Röhm is committed to operating with social responsibility, and sustainability forms an integral part of our business strategy. We view our employees as our strength, and we value diversity and inclusion. If you thrive in an environment where individual contributions are both visible and recognized, Röhm may be right for you.

You can expect development opportunities for your future with us. This position is hybrid, i.e. up to 50% working from home with regular attendance at headquarter in Darmstadt is possible. The position is permanent and can be filled at the earliest possible date.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• You take responsibility: You are responsible for maintaining the existing business and for developing profitable and sustainable growth with the Global Key Accounts of the Business Unit Molding Compounds. You will actively identify new market potentials, trends and customer needs and turn business opportunities into success.
• You are right in the middle of it: You will handle global pricing and contract negotiations with global key customers and be a key link between customers and our internal regional automotive teams
• Your support is needed: Building global relationships with key customers and promoting our product range through technical presentations and participation in events, exhibitions and trade fairs with a focus on the automotive industry
• Your expertise is in demand: Your commercial expertise is complemented by an understanding of technical aspects/contexts in the plastics sector.
• The position requires availability in regional time zones (Asia, Europe, America). Up to 30% domestic and international travel time may be required.

WHAT WE ARE SEEKING

• First of all, your personality: You are characterized by a high level of motivation, a genuine passion for our business and a conscientious approach to work. You like to work cross-functionally with people from different cultures and you enjoy working successfully in a matrix organization and an international environment
• Strong sales and communication skills in addition to technical affinity are key success factors
• You are familiar with the automotive industry
• Analytical, holistic thinking and quick comprehension skills
• Master's degree in one of the following fields: Chemical Engineering, Polymer Engineering or Materials Science. An additional degree in economics is an advantage
• At least 10 years of field sales experience in the chemical or plastics market selling to key decision makers
• Expertise in MS Office and CRM; Knowledge of SAP is desirable
• Business fluency in German and English, spoken and written. Further languages are desirable

WHAT WE OFFER

Competitive compensation and a benefits package that you’d expect from a global company: competitively priced medical, dental and vision; 401k with company match; separate company funded retirement account equal to 6% of your pay; life and disability insurance; a strong paid time off plan; and a range of elective insurances at group rates to cover some of life’s curve-balls.... and much more. You can find an overview of our benefits on our careers page.

YOUR APPLICATION

Sounds interesting? Learn more about us and apply here: https://www.roehm.com/en/career. Realize your dreams at Röhm!

If you have any questions regarding your application or the application process please contact Melanie Giesche at melanie.giesche@roehm.com and refer to the Requisition ID cited below.

Röhm seeks the best candidates, and as a result is an equal opportunity employer that is proud to provide equal access to jobs regardless of protected status.

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