Account Manager Automotive Chemicals - Automotive Fluids (m/f/d)

Responsibilities

• You manage and grow customer relationships in the Automotive Fluids Independent Aftermarket, focusing on coolant/antifreeze and brake fluid products.
• You provide expertise during contract negotiations and steer technical and commercial projects with customers and internal teams.
• In collaboration with colleagues, you actively acquire new customers and business opportunities, driving cross‑selling and price‑management initiatives.
• You represent BTC at industry events and fairs, ensuring visibility and cooperation with BASF counterparts.
• You contribute to digitalisation initiatives and support the development of industry‑specific strategies within local and European teams.

Qualifications

• Technical professional training in a relevant area or a completed master’s degree in business or STEM fields.
• Several years of professional experience in automotive fluid technologies and aftermarket sales.
• Strong knowledge of contract negotiations, account planning, and customer relationship management, ideally with Salesforce experience.
• Fluent German and advanced English skills, plus confident use of IT tools and MS Office applications.
• Proactive team player with excellent communication skills, intercultural competence, and a growth‑driven mindset.
• Willingness to travel.

Benefits

• 100 % home office.
• Company car.
• Inspiring networks for developing and implementing ideas (e.g., Women in Business).
• Mentoring programs and learning opportunities for professional and personal development.
• Career paths for professional growth, including opportunities to move into other roles within the company.
• 30 vacation days, plus options for special leave and sabbatical models.
• Flexible working‑time arrangements (e.g., part‑time employment).
• An attractive salary, based on business success and individual performance.
• Bicycle leasing options.

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