Account & Channel Management:Build, nurture, and maintain long-term relationships with key automotive aftermarket Specialty Business (OES/SMS/EMS) customers.
Sales Strategy & Growth: Define and implement account-specific sales plans to increase market share and expand the penetration of Vitesco’s parts portfolio (e.g., sensors, actuators, and e-drive systems).
Business Strategy: Develop both short- and long-term business strategies to hit Specialty Business (OES/SMS/EMS) sales and revenue targets.
Sales & Revenue Growth: Identify growth potential within existing OEM accounts, acquire new Specialty Business projects, and drive cross-selling and upselling initiatives.
Commercial Negotiations: Lead pricing strategies, contract renewals, and rebate programs to ensure both customer satisfaction and internal profitability.
Pricing & Profitability: Monitor Specialty Business (OES/SMS/EMS) pricing corridors, manage product-specific margins, and process cost compensations (e.g., raw material/FX fluctuations).
Forecasting & Demand Planning: Collaborate with the client to forecast spare parts demand and coordinate closely with internal logistics and production teams to ensure timely delivery.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Act as the primary bridge between your clients and internal teams—including design, engineering, product management, logistics, and technical support—to ensure seamless order fulfillment, after-sales service & other Value Analysis/Value Engineering (VAVE) activities.
Market Intelligence: Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and product obsolescence risks to adjust sales strategies and advise on future product requirements.
Reporting & Forecasting: Track account performance metrics (KPIs) and manage sales forecasts for head office reporting.
Relationship Management: Act as the primary point of contact for OEM clients, ensuring customer satisfaction and resolving any commercial or operational escalations.