Local Business Segment Manager – Global Key Account Manager

Responsibilities

• Strategic responsibility for the "Basic Metals" segment (steel, aluminum and copper industries), including further development of the national market position in close coordination with international subsidiaries and the holding company
• Analysis of market trends, sales potential and competitors, and derivation of a future-oriented segment strategy and relevant growth areas
• Development and adaptation of the product and service portfolio to local and global requirements
• Promotion of cross-departmental exchange and international collaboration
• Development of defined key accounts: establishment and further development of global partnerships, networks and international projects
• Identification of market opportunities as well as the development and implementation of innovative product and sales concepts
• Close coordination with international sites to implement strategic initiatives
• End-to-end management of key accounts including commercial and technical responsibility as well as reporting

Requirements

• Successfully completed vocational training or a degree in a commercial or technical field
• Ideally, initial professional experience in the sales of technically or chemically complex products
• Excellent German and English skills, both written and spoken
• Strong communication skills, a confident and personable manner, and intercultural competence
• High willingness to travel nationally