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Sales Account Manager - Automotive Aftermarket OES

Role overview

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s in engineering (preferably mechanical/electrical or electronic) or business degree with significant experience in a technical environment
  • Significant sales and marketing experience at a senior level in Business-to-Business key account management in an industrial environment
  • Experience of working with sensors and industrial automation products is preferable
  • Exceptional commercial acumen paired with solid operational and technical backgrounds

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for selling the company's products or services, developing new accounts and/or expanding existing accounts
  • Primary responsibility may include finding, generating and developing new distribution partners in order to sell the company's products to end-users
  • Pursue sales leads and lead in visits to existing and new customers
  • Analyze customer needs and suggest appropriate products and services

Key facts

Other skills

  • Relationship Building
  • Sales
  • Business Acumen
  • Communication
  • Analytical Skills
  • Negotiation
  • Planning
  • Time Management

About the company

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Sensata Technologies

Electronic Equipment, Instruments & Components

Sensata Technologies (NYSE: ST) is one of the world's leading suppliers of sensing, electrical protection, control and power management solutions with operations and business centers in 13 countries. Sensata's products improve safety, efficiency and comfort for millions of people every day in automotive, appliance, aircraft, industrial, military, heavy vehicle, heating, air-conditioning and ventilation, data, telecommunications, recreational vehicle and marine applications. Headquartered in Attleboro, Massachusetts, Sensata is a $3 billion+ business with over 21,000 employees worldwide. We pride ourselves on being a leading global company with strong, local decision making and innovative, complex products that make a real difference. For over 100 years we have practiced deep understanding, impressive collaboration, practical creativity and unwavering integrity. Note to applicants for positions in the United States: Sensata is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Affirmative Action (AA) /Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled Employer.

Company details

Company typeLarge
IndustryElectronic Equipment, Instruments & Components
Company size10001

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Job description

The Sales Account Manager is responsible for driving growth across Sensata's automotive aftermarket and Original Equipment Service (OES) channels, with a primary focus on dealer networks and OEM-affiliated service organizations. This role develops strategic relationships with key dealer groups, supports aftermarket product initiatives, identifies revenue growth opportunities, and works closely with customers to increase product adoption and market penetration.

The position serves as the primary commercial contact for assigned accounts, collaborating with product and project teams, marketing, pricing/contracting, and OE Account Managers to execute growth strategies, improve margins, support customer needs, and strengthen Sensata's presence within the automotive service and repair market. Success requires strong account management, business development, and relationship-building skills, along with a solid understanding of automotive aftermarket distribution, dealer programs, and OEM service networks.

Job Responsibilities:
• Responsible for selling the company's products or services developing new accounts and/or expanding existing accounts.
• Primary responsibility may include finding, generating and developing new distribution partners in order to sell the company's products to end-users
• Creates awareness and demand for company products
• Pursue sales leads
• Lead in visits to existing and new customers
• Analyze customer needs and suggest appropriate products and services
• Respond to customer enquiries; and conclude sales orders to meet established revenue targets
• Innovate / create sales skills and knowledge of the organization's products, services, and customers
• Perform supplier audits on site at distributor warehouse locations
• Identify and implement efficiency opportunities such as distributor dashboards, etc.
• Initiate regular communication with distributors to mitigate shipment errors and discrepancies

Experience / Qualifications
• A bachelor’s in engineering (preferably mechanical/electrical or electronic), or a business degree with significant experience in a technical environment.
• Significant sales and marketing experience at a senior level in Business-to-Business key account management in an industrial environment. Distribution sales and management experience will be a strong plus.
• Experience of working with sensors and industrial automation products is preferable.
• Exceptional commercial acumen paired with solid operational and technical backgrounds.
• Ability to convert customer needs into compelling offerings.
• Holds self and others accountable to achieving goals and standards.
• Excellent communication (oral, written and presentation), analytical and negotiation skills.
• Organization, planning and time management skills to achieve results.
• Strong personal and professional ethical values and integrity.

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Base Salary Range:

$97,040.00 - $133,430.00

At Sensata, our employees are the key to our success and growth.  We recognize that each individual brings their own unique experience, therefore the base salary range information shown above is a general guideline only.  Sensata considers several factors when extending an offer, including, but not limited to, a candidate’s experience and qualifications, as well as internal equity, market and business considerations. In addition to base salary, Sensata offers competitive medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance plans, along with education reimbursement, wellness programs, a 401(k) retirement plan with Company matching, and a variety of paid time off, such as vacation or flex-time, sick, bereavement, and parental leave. Certain positions are also eligible for short-term incentive and long-term incentive programs.

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  • Collaborating at Sensata means working with some of the world’s most talented people in an enriching environment that is constantly pushing towards the next best thing

  • Employees work across functions, countries and cultures gaining new perspectives through mutual respect and open communication

  •  As OneSensata, we are working together to make things work together 

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