Global Account Manager (m/f/d)

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Stuttgart, Baden-Württemberg, DEU
In-Office
Mid level
Hardware • Other • Appliances
The Role
Leads strategic global automotive accounts, building executive relationships, driving profitable growth, negotiating contracts and pricing, and expanding customer programs. Oversees awarded business lifecycle, program launches across Flex sites, financial performance, forecasts, profitability, customer satisfaction, inventory, risks, and KPIs. Develops account plans, coordinates cross-functional teams, improves operational execution, and travels regularly to customer and company locations. Requires strong commercial, analytical, communication, negotiation, and stakeholder-influence skills, plus fluent German and English.
Summary Generated by Built In
Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world.A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment. If you are excited about a role but don't meet every bullet point, we encourage you to apply and join us to create the extraordinary.

Job Summary

The Global Account Manager will be based in Stuttgart, reporting to the Director, Global Account Management.
As a Global Account Manager, you will be the strategic commercial leader for key automotive customers, responsible for driving profitable growth, strengthening executive-level relationships, and ensuring outstanding customer satisfaction. You will manage awarded business throughout its lifecycle while identifying opportunities to expand Flex's footprint within major automotive accounts.

What a Typical Day Looks Like :

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with key automotive customers at executive and decision-making levels.
  • Drive profitable business growth by identifying new opportunities and expanding existing customer programs.
  • Lead commercial negotiations, contract renewals, pricing discussions, and business agreements.
  • Manage the successful execution and launch of awarded programs across multiple Flex sites.
  • Review account financial performance, forecasts, profitability, and operational improvement initiatives.
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to deliver optimal customer solutions and ensure operational excellence.
  • Monitor customer satisfaction, business risks, inventory performance, and key account KPIs.
  • Develop strategic account plans and contribute to long-term customer growth strategies.
  • Travel regularly to customer locations and Flex sites to strengthen partnerships and support business objectives.
  • Drive best practices and collaboration across regional and global teams.

The Experience We're Looking to Add to Our Team :

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
  • Relevant experience in Account Management, Business Development, or Sales.
  • Experience within the automotive industry and managing multinational customer accounts.
  • Strong commercial acumen with proven negotiation and relationship management skills.
  • Experience managing complex programs and customer lifecycles.
  • Ability to analyze business performance, financial metrics, and identify growth opportunities.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills.
  • Fluent German and English is required;
  • Strong problem-solving mindset with the ability to influence stakeholders across all levels.
  • Experience with CRM tools and data-driven account management

What You’ll Receive for the Great Work You Provide:

  • You’ll join a high-impact team supporting some of the world's leading automotive brands.
  • Work with global customers and cross-functional teams in a dynamic international environment.
  • Competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits.
  • Opportunities for career growth within a global leader in advanced manufacturing and supply chain solutions.
  • A collaborative culture where your ideas, expertise, and leadership will directly influence business success.

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Job CategorySales - Marketing - Account Mgmt

Is Sponsorship Available?

No

Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email [email protected] and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Flex, you must complete the application process first).

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience
  • Experience in Account Management, Business Development, or Sales
  • Experience within the automotive industry
  • Experience managing multinational customer accounts
  • Strong commercial acumen
  • Proven negotiation and relationship management skills
  • Experience managing complex programs and customer lifecycles
  • Ability to analyze business performance and financial metrics
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills
  • Fluent German and English
  • Strong problem-solving and stakeholder-influence skills
  • Experience with CRM tools and data-driven account management

Flex Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Flex and has not been reviewed or approved by Flex.

  • Healthcare Strength Health, dental, and vision coverage begin on day one with options for dependents, alongside disability, life, mental‑health resources, and fertility/adoption and gender transition support. Plan choice and wellness programs indicate a robust healthcare offering.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Paid holidays, paid sick time, company‑wide shutdown days, and in some cases unlimited PTO point to extensive time‑off provisions. Flexible and hybrid work arrangements in certain teams further support work‑life balance.
  • Strong & Reliable Incentives Quarterly bonus checks and performance bonuses supplement base pay, and some roles can earn overtime at 1.5x. These elements strengthen the reliability of cash incentives.

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