Key Account Manager Automotive

Location: 

Offenburg, DE, 77656

Career area:  Sales & Marketing

Department:  Market Sector - Automotive

Job Type: 

Apply by:  August 31 , 2026

Hydro Extrusions is a world-leading aluminium extrusion business counting around 100 production sites in 40 countries and employing 20,000 people. Through our unique combination of local expertise, global network, and unmatched R&D capabilities, we can offer everything from standard profiles, to advanced development and manufacturing for most industries. 

What you will be doing

As a Key Account Manager, you will develop and strengthen long-term customer relationships while driving business growth within the automotive industry. Working closely with customers and cross-functional teams, you will ensure successful project execution and deliver commercial excellence.

Your responsibilities will include

• Managing a portfolio of key customer accounts and building long-term partnerships.
• Identifying and driving new business opportunities and supporting project acquisition.
• Preparing, negotiating, and managing quotations, contracts, and commercial agreements.
• Leading commercial activities throughout customer projects from acquisition to series production.
• Collaborating with engineering, operations, finance, and manufacturing teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Monitoring sales performance, budgets, profitability, and preparing commercial reports and forecasts.
• Maintaining accurate CRM data and ensuring compliance with customer, quality, and HSE requirements.
• Supporting product launches, customer audits, and issue resolution while ensuring high customer satisfaction.
• Monitoring market trends, competitor activities, and industry developments to identify growth opportunities.

What will make you successful?

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in Key Account Management, Sales, or Business Development, preferably within the automotive or industrial sector.
• Fluency in Korean, German, and English, as the role requires regular communication with Korean- and German-speaking customers and business partners.
• Experience working with OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, or similar automotive customers.
• Proven experience in customer relationship management, commercial negotiations, and project acquisition.
• Experience working in an international environment and the ability to collaborate effectively across different business cultures; experience working in a Korean business environment or with Korean business partners .
• Experience within the aluminum extrusion industry is considered a plus.
• Strong commercial mindset with excellent communication, negotiation, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.
• A proactive, customer-focused approach and the ability to work independently in a dynamic international environment.

What we offer you

• Whether it’s developing skills or advancing your expertise even further, we’ll support you with continuous learning and development opportunities, to help discuss and steer your long-term Norsk Hydro career path. You’ll be welcomed from day one into an inclusive, trusting environment guided by three core values – Care, Courage and Collaboration
• Opportunity to work in an international, multi-site automotive environment
• Hybrid working model
• Stable employment in a global industrial organization

Equal opportunities

At Hydro, we believe diversity makes us stronger. We welcome diverse experiences and perspectives, and invite all qualified candidates to apply. We review every application fairly and strive to provide equal opportunities for everyone to grow and succeed.

Apply before: 31/08/2026

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Why Hydro?

Are you looking to make a real impact? For over a century, our people have been the driving force in solving some of the world's most pressing issues - and we hope you'll join us in solving the next century's. Whether you're working to close the loop at one of our recycling facilities or ensuring efficient renewable energy processes to decarbonize aluminium production, your contributions make an impact in our shared purpose of propelling our industries and the world into a greener future.

Why Hydro?

Are you looking to make a real impact? For over a century, our people have been the driving force in solving some of the world's most pressing issues - and we hope you'll join us in solving the next century's. Whether you're working to close the loop at one of our recycling facilities or ensuring efficient renewable energy processes to decarbonize aluminium production, your contributions make an impact in our shared purpose of propelling our industries and the world into a greener future.

A job where you make a difference

A key part of succeeding in this mission involves encouraging a collegial environment where our differences are acknowledged as our greatest competitive advantage.

Your diverse perspective makes us stronger. Our global diversity, inclusion and belonging program enables us to cultivate a high-performing and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued.

Your career journey is unique. We strive to provide you with the support needed to achieve your full potential. With our global reach, inclusive culture, and cutting-edge technology you'll have the opportunity to build a career that aligns with your strengths and passions.

Join our global community of over 30,000 people with a presence in 40 countries and united by the values of Care, Courage and Collaboration. At Hydro, you have the chance to make a difference in the industries that matter. Explore our world and the heart of our operations.

A job where you make a difference

A key part of succeeding in this mission involves encouraging a collegial environment where our differences are acknowledged as our greatest competitive advantage. Your diverse perspective makes us stronger. Our global diversity, inclusion and belonging program enables us to cultivate a high-performing and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued.

Your career journey is unique. We strive to provide you with the support needed to achieve your full potential. With our global reach, inclusive culture, and cutting-edge technology you'll have the opportunity to build a career that aligns with your strengths and passions. Join our global community of over 30,000 people with a presence in 40 countries and united by the values of Care, Courage and Collaboration. At Hydro, you have the chance to make a difference in the industries that matter. Explore our world and the heart of our operations.

A job where you make a difference

A key part of succeeding in this mission involves encouraging a collegial environment where our differences are acknowledged as our greatest competitive advantage. Your diverse perspective makes us stronger. Our global diversity, inclusion and belonging program enables us to cultivate a high-performing and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued.

Your career journey is unique. We strive to provide you with the support needed to achieve your full potential. With our global reach, inclusive culture, and cutting-edge technology you'll have the opportunity to build a career that aligns with your strengths and passions. Join our global community of over 30,000 people with a presence in 40 countries and united by the values of Care, Courage and Collaboration. At Hydro, you have the chance to make a difference in the industries that matter. Explore our world and the heart of our operations.

About Hydro

• Hydro is a leading aluminium and renewable energy company committed to a sustainable future
• Founded: 1905
• Number of employees: 32,000
• Company presence in around 40 countries worldwide
• President and CEO: Eivind Kallevik

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