Key Account Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Illinois.

📋 Description

• Act as the main strategic liaison and "voice of the customer" between Bosch and prominent national accounts that have a significant impact.

• Foster sustainable and profitable sales growth.

• Create alignment throughout global supply chains.

• Position Bosch as the preferred partner for technology and services.

• Lead cross-functional teams without having direct authority.

• Address complex challenges related to operations, pricing, and logistics.

• Secure long-term strategic partnerships.

• Oversee multiple intricate initiatives from conception to execution.

• Coordinate internal functions and engage with customer stakeholders.

• Manage project scope, timelines, resources, risks, and deliverables.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Sales, Marketing, Engineering, or a comparable combination of education and extensive industry experience.

• Over 5 years of pertinent experience in sales, category management, or account management.

• At least 3 years specifically managing Large National Accounts or experience in the Automotive/Automotive Aftermarket sector.

• Familiarity with complex global logistics networks, inventory planning, warehouse fulfillment models, and product life-cycle management.

• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office, particularly in Excel data modeling.

• Knowledge of modern CRM systems.

• Experience with SAP/ERP order management systems.

• Demonstrated ability to independently lead and execute complex cross-functional projects.

• Proven experience in coordinating diverse internal teams and ensuring customer alignment from project inception to implementation.

• Familiarity with project management methodologies and tools for planning, milestones, action items, risks, and status updates.

• Must have indefinite U.S. work authorization; future sponsorship is not available.

• Preferred: Master's degree or MBA in General Management or Supply Chain.

• PMP or equivalent project management certification is advantageous.

• Preferred: Experience with Microsoft Project, Jira, or similar project management platforms.

🏝️ Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance plans.

• Health savings accounts (HSA).

• Flexible spending accounts.

• 401(K) retirement plan with a competitive employer match.

• Bosch Defined Contribution plan with an appealing employer match.

• Wellness programs.

• Life insurance coverage.

• Short- and long-term disability insurance.

• Paid time off.

• Parental leave.

• Adoption assistance.

• Education expense reimbursement.

• Availability of remote work options.