Key Account Manager - Sensors (DACH region) (m/f/d)

Job Overview

At TE Sensors, we create the next generation of sensing technologies, driving innovation across industrial, medical, aerospace, and defence markets. Our solutions empower OEMs to design smarter, safer, and more connected products. Join a global team where your impact matters, and where customer success and cutting-edge technology are at the heart of everything we do.

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Key Account Manager (m/f/d) to drive the growth of our sensor business in Central Europe, primarily Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. You will manage and expand key OEM accounts, develop new business opportunities, and lead strategic sales initiatives. Success in this role requires strong customer relationship skills, commercial acumen, and the ability to work cross-functionally with technical and internal teams.

Job Requirements

• Manage and strategically develop key accounts to drive revenue growth and increase market share in customer-specific solutions
• Deliver profitable growth by expanding sales activities globally and identifying new business opportunities
• Own and manage a portfolio of strategic accounts in the double-digit million revenue range with full P&L responsibility
• Develop and execute strategic roadmaps to expand existing business and generate new project opportunities
• Lead the full sales cycle, including project acquisition, proposal development, pricing, negotiations, and contract closure
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deliver tailored customer solutions and competitive sales strategies
• Monitor and control sales performance, including forecasting, reporting, and proactive deviation management
• Conduct market, customer, and competitive analyses to identify risks and growth opportunities
• Represent the company externally at customer meetings, industry events, and trade shows to strengthen relationships and brand presence

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or Industrial Engineering with strong electrical/electronic expertise; additional business knowledge is a plus
• Minimum 8 years of experience in B2B sales of complex, customer-specific solutions
• Strong background in project sales, project management, and application engineering
• Industry experience in electronics manufacturing, preferably within automotive, industrial, and/or medical sectors
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams such as Strategic Purchasing or Program Management
• Proven track record in growing key accounts and driving revenue and profitability
• Fluent in English (written and spoken) and proficient in CRM systems
• Strong analytical, results-driven mindset combined with excellent communication and negotiation skills
• High willingness to travel, with flexibility, resilience, and enthusiasm for driving new ideas and solutions

SET : Strategy, Execution, Talent (for managers)

About Te Connectivity

TE Connectivity plc (NYSE: TEL) is a global industrial technology leader creating a safer, sustainable, productive, and connected future. As a trusted innovation partner, our broad range of connectivity and sensor solutions enable the distribution of power, signal and data to advance next-generation transportation, energy networks, automated factories, data centers enabling artificial intelligence, and more.

Our more than 90,000 employees, including 10,000 engineers, work alongside customers in approximately 130 countries. In a world that is racing ahead, TE ensures that EVERY CONNECTION COUNTS. Learn more at www.te.com and on LinkedIn, Facebook, WeChat, Instagram and X (formerly Twitter).

What Te Connectivity Offers

We are pleased to offer you an exciting total package that can also be flexibly adapted to changing life situations - the well-being of our employees is our top priority!

• Unlimited contract opportunity
• Pleasant working environment fostering teamwork
• Open and dynamic company culture
• Extensive training initiatives and growth opportunities
• Competitive salary package
• Comprehensive benefits including Group insurance, Hospitalization insurance, Meal vouchers etc.
• Convenient location at E40 and E403 motorway intersection
• Join a certified "TOP EMPLOYER" in a modern "FACTORY OF THE FUTURE"

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