Business Development Manager / Key Account Manager für Deutschland (automotive OEM´s)

About Our Client

Our client is a leading Austrian company in engineering and quality management, already acting as a strategic partner for some of the world's most renowned automotive manufacturers. Due to its excellent reputation with leading automotive groups, our client now has a clear ambition to become one of the key players and top suppliers in the German market as well. To drive this growth and expand its local presence, we are expanding the German team with an experienced expert (m/f/d) in this key position.

In this role, you will be the central "Door Opener" for the German market. Your focus will be on the holistic management of projects – from initial market exploration to long-term partnership.

Your Responsibilities

• Identification and proactive development of new business potential with German OEMs.
• You will manage the entire process from the initial RFI/RFQ phase through technical bid management to successful contract conclusion.
• After project success, you will take over strategic customer support to ensure a sustainable and trusting collaboration.
• You will work closely with the teams in other European branches to leverage synergies and implement best practices across locations.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with decision-makers at management level.

Your Profile

• Solid track record in Business Development or Key Account Management in the automotive industry (engineering services or Tier-1).
• An active, "warm" network with German automotive manufacturers is required.
• Deep understanding of automotive processes, quality standards (VDA, IATF), and the specific purchasing mechanisms of German OEMs.
• Native-level German (C2) and fluent English (C1).
• A results-oriented hunter type with excellent communication skills and the ability to represent our client at eye level with top management.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to significantly shape the expansion of a market leader in Germany.
• An annual target salary starting from EUR 80,000 (depending on experience) plus bonuses and benefits.
• A key role in an expanding company with an international focus.
• Company car for private use and state-of-the-art work equipment for flexible working.

If you are interested in this challenging position, we look forward to receiving your comprehensive application documents, quoting reference number ref.no. 110.511, via email to "pliesovsky@isg.sk". Absolute discretion is a matter of course for us – we guarantee all applicants complete confidentiality and discretion in handling their documents and information throughout the entire selection process.