Head of Sales NA & GKAM

Horse Powertrain

$130K — $180K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of automotive sales leadership experience, preferably in Tier 1 environments.
  • Proven track record in expanding major OEM accounts in North America.
  • Strong background in implementing global commercial strategies.
  • Experience building and scaling high-performing sales teams.
  • Established relationships with U.S. OEMs and knowledge of account navigation.
  • Demonstrated executive presence and effective communication skills with senior leadership.
  • Expertise in strategic thinking and operational execution.

Responsibilities

  • Define and execute a North America sales strategy aligned with global objectives.
  • Build a robust pipeline to unlock new revenue opportunities.
  • Utilize market insights to maintain a competitive edge.
  • Lead executive-level relationships with major OEMs.
  • Close intricate, high-value contracts for long-term partnerships.
  • Drive program wins and expand business footprints.
  • Collaborate across functions to deliver competitive solutions.

Benefits

  • Global responsibility for high-impact OEM accounts.
  • Opportunity to influence strategic decision-making at senior leadership levels.
  • Access to cross-functional collaboration with R&D, Product, Operations, and Finance.
  • Hybrid work environment, allowing for flexibility between remote and on-site work.
Full Job Description
Overview

Own and drive the North America commercial strategy for a global automotive business while leading relationships with assigned OEMS, Ford & GM. This is a high-impact leadership role focused on accelerating growth, winning new business, and building long-term OEM partnerships in a highly competitive market.

What You'll Do...

Drive Market Growth
  • Define and execute a bold NA sales strategy aligned to global goals
  • Build a strong pipeline and unlock new revenue opportunities
  • Leverage market and competitor insights to stay ahead

Win & Grow Key Accounts
  • Lead relationships with major OEMs at the executive level
  • Close complex, high-value deals and secure long-term partnerships
  • Drive program wins and business expansion

Lead & Build
  • Partner cross-functionally (R&D, Product, Operations, Finance) to deliver winning solutions
  • Build and scale a high-performing U.S. sales team
  • Align regional execution with global priorities

Stakeholder Engagement
  • Represent U.S. sales in senior leadership and strategic forums
  • Shape business planning, forecasting, and investment decisions

Global Responsibility: assigned OEM Accounts
  • Own the global strategy and relationship with Ford & GM
  • Ensure a consistent, world-class commercial approach across regions
  • Drive alignment on roadmaps, contracts, and long-term growth plans
  • Act as the internal expert -guiding strategy, investments, and priorities

What you will bring...
  • 10+ years of progressive sales leadership in the automotive supplier space, ideally within a Tier 1 environment
  • Proven success winning and growing major OEM accounts across the U.S. or North America
  • Strong experience implementing and leading global commercial frameworks and processes
  • Demonstrated ability to build, lead, and scale high-performing teams
  • Established relationships with U.S OEMs and deep understanding of how to successfully navigate the account
  • Strong executive presence with proven ability to engage, influence, and present to senior leadership
  • Strategic thinking with operational execution capabilities
  • High-level analytical and data-driven decision-making skills


How to apply

Please note that due to data regulations, we do not accept applications via email.

Horse Powertrain Limited is a global leader in powertrain solutions. Learn more at www.horse-powertrain.com

Department Sales & Marketing Locations Southfield Remote status Hybrid Employment type Full-time

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