Back to Jobs search

Account Manager - Ford

ZF • United States, United States • 2d ago

Apply

United States , Washington

Sales & Market

Professionals | Experienced

Full Time

READY TO MAKE AN IMPACT EVERY DAY?

Your journey to a meaningful career starts with ZF LIFETEC

This is a role which requires commercial savvy and business acumen. The Account Manager I is responsible for both the support of existing business, as well as the development of future business potential. Position is responsible to support Ford in the Americas region. There is tough competition in our business sector and rigorous financial pressures, so the position requires financial aptitude and a comfort level working with highly technical products. The position is in Washington, Michigan.

Your Tasks

Check and specify RFQ requirements/project goals for Ford customers,

Involve, coordinate, and drive internal stakeholders,

Challenge internal stakeholder towards technical, economic, and quality requirements, create best technical and economic conditions,

Define actions within framework of specified standards and guidelines,

Drive and present all aspects of GDPEP 1-2 (approval to quote, quote release approval),

Preparing offer and/or be co-partner in offer process,

Clarify any discrepancies and work out resolutions together with KAM/BAM team.

Bring in commercial view, targets, and tasks,

Drive change management, check and evaluate costs and present, if necessary, in CQA meetings,

Track compliance with the goals (quality, costs, and deadlines), if necessary. Suggest and initiate corrective measures, pro-active coordination,

Monitor success and report on the status of the project and account.

Face of company/voice of customer, lead communication of customer feedback internally to drive organization and vice versa as face of company to the customer.

Track product Cost Variance (CV) and related POs in association with KAM/ BAM Team. Process POs in the ZF system,

Maintain order tracker with PO status, approve, track, and ensure goods receipt closure for order shipments,

Work as liaison between customers and KAM/BAM Team, Engineering and Program Management to communicate issues with on-time deliveries, proto@type purchase orders and other discrepancies,

Record, track and determine quarterly raw material inflation, support KAM/BAM Team with Claim Recovery,

Work with Finance and Accounts Receivable (A/R) departments to resolve invoice and payment issues.

Your Profile

Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Business, Engineering, or related discipline with project management experience.

Requires 6-8 years of progressive experience in business / project management with at least 3 years direct sales experience.

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 externally.

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 deadlines.

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) with high level of coding in Excel for data set analysis.

Solid leadership, analytical, project management, facilitation, and problem-solving skills.

Winning mentality and persuasion skills as well as a high level of integrity and professionalism.

Energetic, responsive team player who is keen to take initiatives.

Proactive, organized, and accuracy with attention to detail.

Professional communications skills both verbally and in writing with mandatory fluency in English required.

Domestic/International travel required on an as needed basis. Frequent travel required to support customer.

Be part of our ZF Lifetec team as Account Manager - Ford and apply now!

Contact

Barbara Campa Fernandez

Barbara.Campa@zf-lifetec.com

DIVERSITY COMMITMENT:

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are more than just words for us. They are at the core of the ZF Way that propels our team members towards their utmost success. We strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is a natural reflex. We actively seek ways to remove barriers so that every member of ZF can rise to their full potential. We aim to embed this in our legacy through how we operate and build our products as we shape next generation mobility, safety, sustainability and social justice.

With four generations across 118 nationalities in 41 countries, ZF combines a unique variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and ideas. Together, we solve problems, drive innovation and shape next generation mobility.

Our company is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity and to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with us and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please contact us. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. ZF is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran

Account Manager - Ford

United States , Washington

Sales & Market

Professionals | Experienced

Full Time

Apply

Pay Range: $87,000.00 to $100,000.00 Annually | Hybrid Schedule of 60% On-Site and 40% Remote/Monday-Friday/8:00 AM-5:00 PM/Labor Day Holiday and Some Weekend Events Job Purpose or Objective(s): The Senior Marketing Mana...

2min ago

Go to Apply

Market Development Manager

Generac Power Systems • Charleston, SC • 2min ago

Management & Administrative

We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most. For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a mo...

2min ago

Go to Apply

Market Grille Clerk

Hy-Vee Food Stores • Burlington, IA • 2min ago

Management & Administrative

Additional Considerations (if any): - At Hy-Vee our people are our strength. We promise "a helpful smile in every aisle" and those smiles can only come from a workforce that is fully engaged and committed to supporting o...

2min ago

Go to Apply

SOCIAL SERVICES SUPERVISOR/EXPERT

State of Arkansas • Hot Springs, AR • 2min ago

Management & Administrative

SOCIAL SERVICES SUPERVISOR/EXPERT Date: Jun 5, 2026 Req ID: 57753 Location: Hot Springs, AR, US, 71913 Category: AR DEPT OF HUMAN SERVICES Anticipated Starting Salary: $63,085.98 Position Number: 22110675 County: Garland...

2min ago

Go to Apply

Market Development Manager

Generac Power Systems • United States, United States • 2min ago

Management & Administrative

2min ago

Go to Apply

Subscribe to get new jobs sent directly to you
(no charge, cancel anytime)