Role:
Our client is on the lookout for a confident and commercially minded OEM Strategic Relationship Manager to join their team. If you’ve got a strong background in the automotive industry and a talent for building strong, strategic relationships, this could be just the role for you.
This is a key position where you’ll work closely with senior stakeholders, both internally and externally, to deliver real commercial value. You’ll be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team and supported by their Management and Executive Board
Duties/Responsibilities:
Account Management & Development
* Develop strong relationships and a wide network of contacts within relevant OEMs at a senior/director level.
* Create and direct comprehensive strategic brand plans which will target sustainable account growth and create stronger dependencies with the company to deliver solution participation and penetration.
Knowledge & Commerciality
* Oversee and understand the technical and commercial scheme design.
* Overall responsibility for the commercial position of all schemes and solutions, working in collaboration with all parties to maximise return.
Communication & Collaboration
* Collaborate closely with OEM Partnership Managers, Sales, and Pricing to gather insights on dealer performance and plans, enhancing reliance on the company.
* Maintain up-to-date CRM records for all OEM activities and opportunities.
* Work with peers on projects to share best practices, address challenges, and achieve successful resolutions.
Experience Required
* Proven experience in managing high-profile clients at the senior or director level.
* A strong commercial and consultancy mindset.
* Skilled in building relationships and effectively leveraging your persuasive abilities to enhance value and achieve business goals.
* Adept at intelligent negotiation.
* Experience in utilising CRM systems
* Commercially astute with a genuine enthusiasm for diving deep into understanding their technical solutions.
* Exceptional verbal communication skills, capable of engaging in meaningful conversations at every level.
* Strategic thinker and doer, proficient in crafting robust business plans.
If you think your background matches the requirements, please contact Phil on 07984 199519 or send me an email to phil@4recruiting.co.uk