Sales Manager (m/f/d) (2 year contract) at Aptiv

Stuttgart, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
AutomotiveIndustries

Requirements

  • Degree in economics or industrial engineering
  • Strong financial background
  • German automotive experience with VW Group
  • Clear verbal communication and negotiation skills
  • Ability to interpret technical drawings, preferably wiring-harnesses (Kabelbaum)
  • Strong teamwork approach
  • Flexible and proven ability to work under pressure
  • Very good negotiation skills
  • Good execution capability
  • Effective presentation skills
  • Strong German and English language skills – spoken and written

Responsibilities

  • First point of customer contact for VW brand
  • Establish proactive communication and relationship with the OEMs and Tier#1s to promote confidence and trust
  • Ensure alignment with other Aptiv Product Lines when responding to customer issues
  • Ensure APTIV maximizes its content per vehicle by supporting robust multi-product battle plans that results in profitable and sustainable growth
  • As needed enable portfolio decision making (e.g. price and ‘givebacks’) across our EDS portfolio through an objective data-driven process
  • Lead price negotiations and price agreements
  • Ensure customer demands are managed through the appropriate internal processes, EOS
  • Lead customer RFQ activity, ensuring responses are made in a timely manner (e.g. Flow 3)
  • Organize and coordinate APTIV functional representatives on customer visits as required
  • Accountable for customer profitability and revenue growth in the EDS product line, including quality, delivery and cost performance levels on customer VOC metrics
  • Plan and execute Account reviews within the cross functional management team
  • Support and monitor project launches and transfers with its associated costs and prices development from Business award until EoL and After-Market support
  • Drive cross functional activities to improve the cost structure and define opportunities to enhance the price quality with every opportunity (MI/ECM)
  • Prepare and lead the customer strategy meetings
  • Support the Business Planning and manage this in the SPS

Skills

Account Management
Customer Relationship Management
Price Negotiation
RFQ Management
Project Coordination
Profitability Analysis
Sales Planning
OEM Engagement
Cross-functional Alignment
VOC Metrics

Aptiv

Develops integrated systems for vehicles

About Aptiv

Aptiv develops integrated vehicle systems for the automotive industry, focusing on software-defined vehicles. Their products help tackle challenges related to autonomous driving, vehicle electrification, and advanced safety features. Aptiv collaborates with major car manufacturers and other mobility stakeholders to enhance vehicle performance and safety through their technological solutions. Unlike many competitors, Aptiv emphasizes a partnership model, providing ongoing support and integration of their systems into vehicles. The company's goal is to improve the overall driving experience and safety in vehicles while advancing the future of mobility.

Dublin, IrelandHeadquarters
1994Year Founded
$7.8MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Automotive & TransportationIndustries
10,001+Employees

Risks

Amazon's entry into connected cars increases competition for Aptiv.
Investment in MAXIEYE exposes Aptiv to geopolitical and regulatory risks.
Oragadam plant expansion may strain finances if demand doesn't meet expectations.

Differentiation

Aptiv integrates software and systems for autonomous driving and vehicle electrification.
The company collaborates with major car manufacturers for software-defined vehicle solutions.
Aptiv operates 14 technical centers globally, enhancing its R&D capabilities.

Upsides

Aptiv's investment in MAXIEYE expands its presence in the Chinese automotive market.
The Oragadam plant expansion increases production capacity for advanced vehicle systems.
Participation in CES 2025 showcases Aptiv's leadership in automotive technology innovation.

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