Sales Representative

At ZF LIFETEC, we save lives through cutting-edge technology. With over 60 years of automotive safety innovation, we blend start-up agility with corporate stability to drive meaningful impact worldwide. Operating across 51locations in 22 countries, our global presence amplifies our mission to make roads safer and save lives.

Join us in a supportive and dynamic environment committed to safety, innovation, and reliability. As a part of our international team, your contributions spark industry-leading innovations in automotive safety. Our inclusive and diverse working environment promotes creativity, career growth, and continuous development.

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  Check and specify RFQ requirements/project goals for Mercedes Benz & BMW customers in Europe and North America reg
• ion,Involve, coordinate, and drive internal stakeholders, by support of
• KAMChallenge internal stakeholder towards technical, economic, and quality requirements, create best technical and economic conditions, by support of
• KAMDefine actions within framework of specified standards and guideli
• nes,Drive and present all aspects of GDPEP
• 1-2,Preparing offer and/or be co-partner in offer process, by support of
• KAMClarify any discrepancies and work out resolutions together with KAM/BAM t
• eam.Bring in commercial view, targets, and ta
• sks,Drive change management, check and evaluate costs and present, if necessary, in CQA meeti
• ngs,Track compliance with the goals (quality, costs, and deadlines), if necessary. Suggest and initiate corrective measures, pro-active coordinat
• ion,Monitor success and report on the status of the project and acco
• unt.Track product CV and related POs in association with KAM/ BAM Team. Process POs in the ZF sys
• tem,Maintain prototype order tracker with PO status, approve, track, and ensure goods receipt closure for prototype shipme
• nts,Work as liaison between MB & BMW and KAM/BAM Team, Engineering and Program Management to communicate issues with on-time deliveries, prototype purchase orders and other discrepanc
• ies,Record, track and determine quarterly raw material inflation, support KAM/BAM Team with Claim Recov
• ery,Work with Finance and Accounts Receivable (A/R) departments to resolve invoice and payment iss

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  Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Business or related disci
• pline.Requires 6-8 years of progressive experience in business with at least 3 years direct sales exper
• ience.Experience in working in a global, cross-functional organizational structure. Proactive cooperation to work with a wide variety of functions/individuals within and across the organization at all levels; internally and exter
• nally.Ability to juggle competing demands and adapt to different situations. Must be able to perform under stressful conditions and meet immediate or short-lead time dead
• lines.Thinks strategically and considers the long-term
• view.Be able to work in a high dynamic organization and to work under pressure. Team player as part of a global sales
• team.Strong in MS Office (Excel/PowerPoint/
• Word).Solid leadership, analytical, project management, facilitation, and problem-solving s
• kills.Winning mentality and persuasion skills as well as a high level of integrity and profession
• alism.Energetic, responsive team player who is keen to take initia
• tives.Proactive, organized, and accuracy with attention to d
• etail.Professional communications skills both verbally and in writing with mandatory fluency in English required. Spanish communication skills also pre
• ferredDomestic/International travel required on an as needed basis. Frequent travel required to support cus

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enefitsCompetitive compensation and benefits | Continuous learning opportunities | Discounts for employees with several partners | Flexible working