Global Key Account Manager at Henkel Corporation in Irvine, California

Job Description:

HENKEL IS FOR THOSE WHO STEP UP. DO YOU?

At Henkel, you can make a difference and craft your career. That’s why you own your projects and take full responsibility from an early stage. Our unique brands in markets around the world open up countless opportunities to follow your convictions and explore new paths. If you have an entrepreneurial mindset that allows you to always think out of the box - take the chance and shape the digital future together with us.

YOUR ROLE

• Key member of a global cross functional team, driving sales growth in the Americas/APAC at Henkel's Electronics customers. Formulation and execution of global key account strategy including an ambitious annual revenue and long-term target plan.


• Regularly updates of the global key account strategic plan, and monthly forecast/execution.


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  Responsibility for global revenue targets (top line and profit goals) as well as overall customer satisfaction. Working with internal teams to ensure timely and quality delivery of products.
  


• Providing clear direction and leadership to cross functional Henkel team(s) regarding global account strategy, team member responsibilities and expectations.


• Identifying and exploring new growth areas. Driving execution of key priorities and customer sales projects / opportunities.


• Translating customer’s strategy and priorities into product roadmap and building a product development pipeline.


• Developing influential network on all levels and dimensions with a focus on strategic relationship development planning to drive growth.

YOUR SKILLS

• Bachelor’s in engineering or science is a must. Master’s or MBA is preferred.


• 10+ years of experience in B2B sales/account management with strong focus on technical sales and solution selling.


• Previous experience in consumer electronics and semiconductors is preferred.


• Experience in marketing and strategy is beneficial.


• Highly systematic and conceptual thinking skills. Detail oriented and good project management skills.


• Strong skills leading cross functional project teams.


• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills across different level.

Henkel is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, and other legally protected characteristics.

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