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OEM Sales Engineer - (Tyres)

Bangkok Permanent View Job Description
The OEM Sales Engineer will be responsible for managing key automotive OEM accounts, driving business development activities, and supporting new product and vehicle development projects from concept through mass production.
  • Join a Global Automotive Market Leader
  • Exposure to Strategic OEM Projects and Future Mobility Technologies

About Our Client

Our client is a leading global manufacturer and supplier of automotive components and mobility solutions, serving many of the world's largest automotive OEMs across passenger vehicles, commercial vehicles, SUVs, pickup trucks, and emerging electric vehicle (EV) platforms. The company is recognized for its commitment to innovation, product quality, engineering excellence, and long-term partnerships with automotive manufacturers worldwide.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage and develop relationships with key automotive OEM customers, serving as the primary point of contact for commercial and project-related activities.
  • Drive business growth by identifying new opportunities, expanding existing accounts, and securing new vehicle program nominations.
  • Support new product and vehicle development projects from concept, evaluation, and testing through to mass production and product launch.
  • Collaborate closely with engineering, quality, manufacturing, supply chain, and regional teams to ensure customer requirements and project milestones are successfully achieved.
  • Prepare and deliver commercial proposals, pricing strategies, quotations, and business presentations to customers.
  • Lead customer meetings, project reviews, and regular business discussions to strengthen long-term partnerships and ensure high levels of customer satisfaction.
  • Monitor market trends, competitor activities, industry developments, and emerging technologies within the automotive sector to identify potential growth opportunities.
  • Coordinate product specifications, testing requirements, quality standards, and production planning activities between customers and internal stakeholders.
  • Track sales performance, project pipelines, forecasts, and business opportunities to achieve revenue and profitability targets.
  • Support contract negotiations and commercial discussions while ensuring alignment with company objectives and customer expectations.
  • Contribute to strategic initiatives related to next-generation mobility, vehicle electrification, and future automotive business opportunities.
  • Maintain accurate customer records, project documentation, and business reports while ensuring compliance with internal procedures and customer requirements.

The Successful Applicant

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field.
  • Minimum 3-5 years of experience in OEM Sales, Key Account Management, Technical Sales, Business Development, or Automotive-related industries.
  • Experience working with automotive OEM customers and managing customer-facing commercial activities within the automotive supply chain.
  • Strong understanding of automotive manufacturing processes, product development cycles, and OEM business practices.
  • Proven track record in business development, customer relationship management, and achieving sales growth targets.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and coordinate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Strong commercial acumen with the capability to prepare quotations, conduct negotiations, and manage contract discussions.
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage customers at both technical and commercial levels.
  • Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams including Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and Product Development.

What's on Offer

What is on Offer for the Candidate?

    • Opportunity to join a globally recognized market leader serving some of the world's largest automotive manufacturers and industry-leading brands.
    • Exposure to key OEM customers and involvement in strategic new vehicle development projects from concept, validation, and testing through to mass production.
    • A unique role that combines both technical engineering expertise and commercial business development responsibilities, providing broad career development opportunities.
    • Direct engagement with cross-functional teams including Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and Product Development, enhancing both technical and leadership capabilities.
    • Exposure to emerging automotive trends, including vehicle electrification, EV platforms, sustainability initiatives, and future mobility technologies.
    • Strong opportunities for career progression within a multinational organization that promotes professional development and regional collaboration.
    • Collaborative international working environment with exposure to regional and global stakeholders across the automotive industry.
    • Competitive compensation and benefits package, together with the opportunity to build long-term relationships with major automotive manufacturers and contribute to the growth of a strategically important business unit.



Contact
Akira Meelab
Quote job ref
JN-112026-7144070
Phone number
+6620125024

Job summary

Sector
Sales
Specialisation
B2B Sales
What is your area of specialisation?
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Bangkok
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Akira Meelab
Consultant phone
+6620125024
Job Reference
JN-112026-7144070

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