Bose

Senior Account Manager - Automotive

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Stuttgart, Baden-Württemberg, DEU

Hybrid

Senior level

Automotive • eCommerce • Hardware • Music • Retail • Software • Wearables

We believe sound is the most powerful force on earth.

The Role

Manages commercial relationships with European automotive customers, including pricing, negotiations, forecasting, contracts, product development, marketing support, and customer relationship management. Develops account strategies, pursues new business, protects existing accounts, supports customer changes, and represents customer needs internally. Requires strong communication, negotiation, strategic thinking, and relationship-building skills in a complex B2B automotive sales environment.

Summary Generated by Built In

At Bose Corporation, we believe sound is the most powerful force on earth - and for over 60 years, we have been a company built on innovation, excellence, and independence. Privately owned, fiercely customer-focused, and driven by our values, we continue to lead industries and transform lives through sound.
Today, Bose Corporation is entering an exciting new era. Across multiple global Business Units and Global Functions, we are shaping the future of audio technology, automotive, luxury, and premium experiences. We invite you to join us in this transformation.
Job Description
Responsibilities:
Primary responsibility is managing the commercial/business relationships with European automotive customers.

This includes pricing & quoting, commercial negotiations, forecasting & planning, contract management, product development support, marketing support and customer relationship management.
In this role, you work as part of a cross-functional, local and international team to identify, pursue, and win new business development opportunities as well as secure existing businesses and support customer change requests.
Together with the team you develop, present and execute an account strategy that brings profitable and sustaining growth.
As part of the team, you act as the voice of the customer within the organization and represent the interests of Bose at the customer.
You build strong and lasting relationships with key players in various departments across the customer account.

Required Qualifications and Attributes:

Bachelor's degree in business, logistics or engineering.
5+ years experience in account management, business development or product planning in a complex B2B sales environment in the automotive industry
Experience with European OEMs desirable
Ability to develop strong relationships, both internally and externally
Experience in selling high-tech products, hardware and software
Result oriented and structured individual that enjoys working in a motivated team
Strengths include excellent communication and negotiation skills, problem solving and strategic thinking
Affinity for technology
Willingness to travel: 25%
Fluent English and German language skills. French is an added benefit.

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Skills Required

Bachelor's degree in business, logistics, or engineering
5+ years of experience in account management, business development, or product planning in a complex B2B sales environment
Experience in the automotive industry
Ability to develop strong internal and external relationships
Experience selling high-tech hardware and software products
Strong communication, negotiation, problem-solving, and strategic-thinking skills
Fluent English and German language skills
Experience with European OEMs
French language skills
Willingness to travel 25%

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Bose Compensation & Benefits Highlights

Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, mental-health support, employee assistance programs, wellbeing apps, and a 24/7 nurse line. Coverage extends to dependents, aligning with a comprehensive healthcare offering.
Retirement Support — Retirement offerings include a 401(k) with employer match plus a Core Contribution plan, alongside disability and life insurance. Some roles or tenures are noted to have defined-benefit pension coverage, considered particularly valuable for longer-term employees.
Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Benefits feature paid time off, hybrid work for many roles, education assistance, volunteer time, and notable employee product discounts. The product-purchase program is frequently highlighted as a standout perk.

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The Company

HQ: Framingham, MA

2,900 Employees

Year Founded: 1964

What We Do

At Bose Corporation, we’re powered by our legendary brands — Bose, McIntosh, and Sonus faber — bringing together more than 175 years of combined technical expertise, craftsmanship and artistry. Founded by Dr. Amar Bose, our company is driven by purpose and devoted to advancing what’s possible in audio — creating transformative experiences in the home, on the go, and on the road.

Why Work With Us

At Bose Corp., we’re united by a simple belief: sound is the most powerful force on earth. It moves us, focuses us, connects us. It’s why we exist to invent—advancing science and art—to deliver transformative experiences. Join us to invent what’s next—and unleash the power of sound, together. Let’s Make Waves.