Account Manager German OEMs (f/m/d)

We are looking for a motivated and professional Account Manager German OEMs in either one of the following APTIV locations: Böblingen, Unterschleißheim (Munich), Neumarkt in der Oberpfalz or Wuppertal.

Your Tasks:

• Serve as the main commercial point of contact for assigned German OEM

• Lead RFQs from initial request to final quotation submission.

• Coordinate cross-functional input (engineering, costing, manufacturing, logistics)

• Manage all commercial aspects of engineering changes, including customer communication, quotation, approval tracking, and implementation support

• Negotiate long‑term agreements (LTAs), annual price reviews, raw material indexation with the customer

• Sensitive to market changes/intelligence, make sure the potential opportunity gets identified and communicated with the team.

• Regular customer visits, maintain good customer relationship

• Drive customer growth strategies to increase market share and profitability

Your Background:

• Bachelor degree and/or Masters degree in Technology or Business (or similar)

• 2+ years above working experience in Wiring Harness industry, Sales experience working with German OEMs preferred

• Self-motivated, target/result driven.

• Understand/experience with the quotation logic of different customers, finance knowledge, with good communication/negotiation skills.

• Languages: fluent German (speaking and writing) as well as fluent English (speaking and writing)

Why join us?

• You can grow at Aptiv. Aptiv provides an inclusive work environment where all individuals can grow and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity or beliefs.

• You can have an impact. Safety is a core Aptiv value; we want a safer world for us and our children, one with: Zero fatalities, Zero injuries, Zero accidents.

• You have support. We ensure you have the resources and support you need to take care of your family and your physical and mental health with a competitive health insurance package.

Your Benefits at Aptiv:

• Our working style: flexible work environment

• Learning, professional growth and development in a world-recognized international environment.

• Access to internal & external training, coaching & certifications.

• Recognition for innovation and excellence.

• Opportunities to give back to the community

Important Company Update – Please Read Before Applying. On January 22, 2025, Aptiv announced its decision to separate its EDS division to form two separate independent companies:https://www.automotiveworld.com/news-releases/aptiv-announces-intention-to-separate-its-electrical-distribution-systems-business/

This role is within the EDS segment, and you will be joining that segment as it becomes its own entity, with a rich heritage and proven track record as a global leader in low and high voltage power and signal distribution systems. Our solutions are central to enabling the next generation of electrified, automated, and connected vehicles, and we are committed to innovation, sustainability, and engineering excellence. We are looking for talented individuals who are excited by the opportunity to help shape the future of EDS and delivering industry-leading solutions to the world’s top automotive manufacturers.

Apply today, and together let’s change tomorrow!

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