Location: Plymouth, MI (onsite)
Vacancy Type: Existing Position
Schedule: Full0time
Travel: Regular travel to OEMs, Tier 1s, and manufacturing facilities regionally

As our Key Account Manager, you will grow and expand OEM and Tier 1 relationships. This role is ideal for amid-career, individual contributorwith astrong hunter mentality. This role owns a portfolio of OEM and Tier accounts while actively pursuingnew business in braking, lighting, and related safety systems. This is not a managerial or director-level role00it0s for someone who is actively in the market, close to customers, and ready to make an immediate impact.

What you will be doing:

• Engage directly with customers on current programsand future sourcing opportunities

• Play a key role inRFQs, quoting, and early program positioning

• Quickly contribute to growth00not just maintain legacy business

• Drivenew business developmentwithin OEM and Tier 1 customers (not just account maintenance)

• LeadRFQs, pricing strategy, negotiations, and quotation development

• Translate customer needs into actionable inputs for engineering and product teams

• Identify opportunities withinbraking systems, lighting (headlamps), and related vehicle safety components

• Partner cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and supply chain

• Support program launches, volume changes, and commercial adjustments

• Maintain accurate pipeline visibility, forecasts, and CRM updates

What we are looking for:

• 510+ years of automotive experience, ideally with Tier 1 or Tier 2 suppliers

• Bachelor0degree (Engineering or Business preferred)

• Direct exposure tobraking systems, lighting (headlamps), or automotive safety-related components

• Proven track record ofwinning new business and growing accounts

• Experience managingRFQs, pricing, and commercial negotiations

• Established OEM/Tier 1 relationships(Ford, GM, Stellantis strongly preferred)

• Demonstrated ability to operate independently in acustomer-facing, field-based role

• Strong balance ofrelationship management + business development

• Comfortable engaging technically inbraking/lighting or electro-mechanical systems discussions

• Commercially driven - understands pricing, margins, and deal structure

How to Apply:

Apply online at www.johnsonelectric.com 0 we can0t wait to meet you!