Key Account Manager – Strategic Customer Focus, Automotive Solutions

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October 11

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Vital Chemical

Agriculture • Energy • Construction

Vital Chemical is an Australian company that specializes in developing innovative solutions for erosion control, dust suppression, revegetation, water treatment, and other environmental management needs. With a focus on sustainability, they offer scientifically developed and proven products to address site challenges. Their offerings are tailored for a variety of sectors, including construction, mining, agriculture, and renewable energy. Vital Chemical is committed to contributing to sustainable development and environmental compliance, and their products are recognized for meeting stringent industry standards.

51 - 200 employees

Founded 1978

🌾 Agriculture

⚡ Energy

📋 Description

• Serve as the lead point of contact for a major automotive OEM supplier focused on optical coatings and sensor-enabled glass components • Build and maintain strong relationships across R&D, supply chain, manufacturing engineering, and procurement functions • Develop and execute a long-term strategic account plan, including program mapping, value positioning, and revenue goals • Manage technical and commercial discussions related to thin film materials, vacuum systems, and equipment lifecycle support • Lead proposals and pricing strategies for new product introductions and ongoing supply • Identify cross-selling and upselling opportunities within consumables, tool upgrades, or services • Coordinate with engineering, operations, and service teams to ensure product performance, delivery, and support exceed expectations • Support qualification processes, pilot runs, and production ramp-up as required • Manage supply forecasts, delivery schedules, and quality escalations in coordination with internal teams • Monitor automotive technology trends related to mirror systems, dimming glass, sensors, and coatings • Gather feedback and provide input on future product development opportunities aligned with customer direction

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Materials Science, Optics, or Business • 5+ years of account or program management experience in automotive, optics, or thin film materials • Strong interpersonal and organizational skills; comfortable engaging across both technical and commercial functions • Ability to manage complex timelines and deliverables in a regulated, high-volume production environment • Familiarity with capital equipment, technical consumables, or materials used in coating processes • Willingness to travel up to ~50% of time to customer sites and company facilities

🏖️ Benefits

• Up to 50% travel as required

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