Manager, Regional Key Account - Kenworth
LOCATION: Avon / Ohio (US-OH), United States | BRAND: Bendix | REQUISITION ID: 10063 | JOB GRADE: 18
| ON-SITE/REMOTE: Remote
Want to help shape tomorrow? At Bendix, we set the standard with advanced dynamic solutions that drive improved commercial vehicle performance and safety. We’re part of the Knorr-Bremse Group, the global leader in braking technologies. As part of our team, you’ll collaborate with a world of talented and dedicated colleagues whose sense of purpose complements your own. You’ll find rewarding opportunities, diverse experiences, partnerships, and an unwavering commitment to ethics and integrity.
Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Position Title: Key Account Manager (KAM) – Kenworth
Reports To: Director, OE Sales – Volve & PACCAR
Date Last Revised: April 6, 2026
Position Summary:
This position is responsible for implementing strategic customer account initiatives as well as leading the interface with the Engineering, Product Planning, and Operations Groups to drive business results in line with those of the company.
Essential Functions:
- Establish and maintain strong relationships at the Assistant GM, Chief Engineer and senior levels of the division, specifically with the engineering, product planning, operations, and service organizations.
- Provide the Voice of the Customer within Bendix and adequately represent Bendix to the Customer.
- Provide support to Customer Sales and Marketing events on behalf of Bendix for the Truck Brand.
- Participation in the development of customer strategies for North America based on interaction with Bendix CoC (Center of Competency) Directors and the Account Team.
- Support the coordination and introduction of new Bendix Technologies via alignment of Product Plans and Technology Roadmaps.
- Participation in creation of customer budgets incl. coordination with Controlling
- Help develop short and long term sales plans via the Sales Planning Process
- Effectively monitor, track and communicate key activities as they relate to product development and product launches with Bendix departments.
- Possess a basic understanding of the impact that decisions made surrounding program strategies have on a global basis.
Knowledge:
- Thorough understanding of the technical aspects of the Bendix Product Line including the operation, design and application of air brake and foundation brake systems.
- Working knowledge of all areas in the transportation industry including Suppliers, OE, Fleets, Original Equipment Service (OES), independent distribution channels, etc.
- Possess thorough knowledge of Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and rulemaking.
- Extensive competence in customer service, customer relationship management, sub-project responsibility and conflict management.
- Solid knowledge of marketing strategies.
- Working knowledge of computer based programs. (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Experience:
- A minimum of 7 years experience in account management within the heavy vehicle industry required.
- A minimum of 5 years experience with heavy vehicle brake systems or a minimum of 3 years brake system sales experience at a heavy vehicle OEM desired.
Skills:
- Must possess the ability to both articulate the value proposition and Unique Selling Proposition (USPs) of Bendix products to potential customers
- Must possess the ability to obtain the Voice of the Customer (needs and preferences) and articulate that concisely to product development and other business teams.
- Must possess the ability to work with Customer’s Safety and Compliance teams to discuss potential product performance issues.
- Must possess the ability to work independently.
- Excellent customer relationship skills are a priority.
- Excellent Negotiating Skills
- Ability to understand and conduct market analysis and develop business strategies.
- Excellent problem solving skills including the ability to develop creative solutions that address customer needs.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills that facilitate effective formal and informal discussions.
- Excellent Presentation Skills
- Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, Word and SAP reporting.
Education:
- B.S. Degree required. Engineering discipline preferred; MBA a plus.
Travel Requirement:
- Must be able to travel domestically 20% per year, with the potential to occasionally travel internationally.
- Customer based position must be domiciled near Denton, Texas.
Position Requirements:
The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
| The anticipated salary range for candidates who will work Remotely is $115,900–$183,100 per year. The final pay offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and years of experience within the job, the type of years and experience within the industry and education. Avon is a multi-state employer, and this pay scale may not reflect positions that work in other states or locations. Provided they meet all eligibility requirements under the applicable plan documents, employees (and their eligible dependents) will be eligible to enroll in group healthcare plans that offer medical, dental, vision, and basic life and disability insurance. Employees also will be able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan. Employees will also receive 120 hours of vacation leave and 40 hours of Personal Paid Absence every year. Employees will also enjoy 12 paid holidays, and 1 floating holiday throughout the calendar year, subject to relevant terms outlined in the employee handbook. 6 weeks of paid parental leave will also be available for use. Requirements for these benefits will be controlled by applicable plan documents and policies. Employees working on federal contracts covered by the Federal Paid Sick Leave requirements will be notified and will receive benefits consistent and compliant with the FPSL requirements. Hired applicant will be able to purchase company stock, subject to the relevant plan documents and annual bonuses based on achievement of certain metrics of up to 20% of annual salary. This is intended to provide a general description of benefits and other compensation and is not a substitute for applicable plan documents or company policies. Applications for this position are accepted on an ongoing basis. |
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