Role:

Our client is on the lookout for a confident and commercially minded OEM Strategic Relationship Manager to join their team. If you've got a strong background in the automotive industry and a talent for building strong, strategic relationships, this could be just the role for you.

This is a key position where you'll work closely with senior stakeholders, both internally and externally, to deliver real commercial value. You'll be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team and supported by their Management and Executive Board

Duties/Responsibilities:

Account Management & Development

• Develop strong relationships and a wide network of contacts within relevant OEMs at a senior/director level.
• Create and direct comprehensive strategic brand plans which will target sustainable account growth and create stronger dependencies with the company to deliver solution participation and penetration.

Knowledge & Commerciality

• Oversee and understand the technical and commercial scheme design.
• Overall responsibility for the commercial position of all schemes and solutions, working in collaboration with all parties to maximise return.

Communication & Collaboration

• Collaborate closely with OEM Partnership Managers, Sales, and Pricing to gather insights on dealer performance and plans, enhancing reliance on the company.
• Maintain up-to-date CRM records for all OEM activities and opportunities.
• Work with peers on projects to share best practices, address challenges, and achieve successful resolutions.

Experience Required

• Proven experience in managing high-profile clients at the senior or director level.
• A strong commercial and consultancy mindset.
• Skilled in building relationships and effectively leveraging your persuasive abilities to enhance value and achieve business goals.
• Adept at intelligent negotiation.
• Experience in utilising CRM systems
• Commercially astute with a genuine enthusiasm for diving deep into understanding their technical solutions.
• Exceptional verbal communication skills, capable of engaging in meaningful conversations at every level.
• Strategic thinker and doer, proficient in crafting robust business plans.