Highlights
Essential Job Functions Own and grow customer accounts within the automotive, EV, and industrial sectors, focusing on revenue expansion and market penetration. Salary: $90-120K DOE Plus 40% Bonus and Excellent Benefits Job Summary This role will support and grow the Magnetics Division in the Detroit, MI region.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Farmington Hills, MI |
| Industry | Staffing/Employment Agencies |
| Company Size | 20 to 49 employees |
| Year Founded | 2009 |
| Website | http://www.topprospectgroup.com/ |
Description
Job Title: Magnets Sales Manager
Location: Detroit, Michigan Area
Type: Full Time Direct Hire
Salary: $90-120K DOE Plus 40% Bonus and Excellent Benefits
Type: Full Time Direct Hire
Salary: $90-120K DOE Plus 40% Bonus and Excellent Benefits
Job Summary
This role will support and grow the Magnetics Division in the Detroit, MI region. This position is designed for an individual with technical sales experience and knowledge of electric motors, their applications, and magnetic materials. The role will have a strong presence within the automotive, electrification, and industrial manufacturing sectors, with a focus on business development and account growth.
Essential Job Functions
- Own and grow customer accounts within the automotive, EV, and industrial sectors, focusing on revenue expansion and market penetration.
- Support account planning, forecasting, and portfolio growth.
- Serve as a technical resource to customers, translating complex magnetic material capabilities into practical application solutions.
- Support customer engagements, including executive meetings, contract negotiations, and technical discussions.
- Identify and develop new business opportunities in permanent magnet electric motors and their applications.
- Partner with engineering and R&D teams to align product development with customer needs and emerging market trends.
- Coordinate closely with global teams, including international subsidiaries, to ensure alignment on product strategy, pricing, and delivery.
- Monitor market dynamics, including competitors, technology shifts, and customer roadmaps, to inform business decisions.
- Support forecasting accuracy, pipeline development, and CRM management (HubSpot preferred).
- Support resolution of complex customer issues related to quality, performance, and delivery, acting as an escalation point when needed.
- Represent the organization at industry events, trade shows, and customer sites.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs)
- Technical understanding of magnetic materials (e.g., neodymium, ferrite) and their applications.
- Knowledge of automotive electrification, EV systems, robotics, and motor design principles.
- Ability to engage in technical discussions with engineers and procurement teams.
- Experience managing customer accounts and developing business opportunities.
- Understanding of business fundamentals, including forecasting and account development.
- Strong communication, relationship-building, and influencing skills.
- Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams in a global, matrixed organization.
- Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive mindset.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Materials Science, Business, or a related field required; Master's degree preferred.
- 2-3+ years of experience in technical sales, account management, or business development.
- Experience within magnetic materials, advanced materials, or related industrial sectors preferred.
- Strong background supporting automotive OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, or industrial manufacturing customers preferred.
- Proven experience developing customer relationships and driving business opportunities.
- Experience working in a cross-cultural or global environment preferred.
About Us
Founded in 2010, Top Prospect Group specializes in connecting high-quality candidates with top-tier clients. In 2023, we joined HW Staffing Solutions, expanding our national footprint across manufacturing, engineering, logistics, and technology.
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About Company
Top Prospect Group founders and management team offer more than 75 years of combined experience in Information Technology, Creative & Marketing, and Finance & Accounting staffing and solutions. Our fundamental goal is to build successful relationships resulting in accurate job and prospect representations. We meet with those we work with face-to-face to garner a better understanding of candidate or client requirements. By leveraging our experience and market insight, we are able to provide a more consistent recruitment process. Motivated by a partnership philosophy, our staff possesses a deep understanding of how to forge mutually beneficial long-term relationships. We believe in what we do and continuously strive for excellence.