Manager Business Development in Home Office bei Solera

Solera

The Role

We are looking for a Business Development Manager (BDM), who is dedicated and passionate to manage and drive Solera’s business relationships and projects in our international sales organization. Key focus for the BDM position is the relationship management with the global and regional OEM HQs, as well as with networks such as international workshop groups, and automotive paint and glass suppliers. The BDM must be well connected in the automotive ecosystem and is enthusiastic about building up and maintaining relationships externally and internally. The BDM acts as a global key account for customers, coordinates key activities and is responsible for the success of global or regional software projects. Driving the sale of Solera’s product portfolio internationally will be the overarching objective.

What You’ll Do

Manage and retain relationships with existing OEM customers
Increase client base in the OEM field and the automotive ecosystem
Develop growth strategies and plans
Research business opportunities and viable income streams
Follow industry trends locally and internationally
Develop individual solutions for existing customers based on a deep understanding of customer needs
Collaborate closely with product, internal sales and technical teams to address client expectations
Communicate regularly with international Solera sales teams

What You’ll Bring

Friendly, respectful, and collaborative mindset
Deep understanding of automotive sales, fleet and after sales processes for different customer groups
Ability to self-motivate and to work independently
Ability to be a team player and perform in a fast-paced and dynamic international and customer-oriented environment
Willingness to go the extra mile for customers
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills in English (ideally also in French)
Passion for software solutions and digital customer journeys
Experience with design and implementation of business development strategy
Master’s degree preferred