Junior Global Key Account Manager - Energy & Mobility Division

GVS is looking for a Junior Global Key Account Manager to join its Energy & Mobility Division.

Based at the Group Headquarters in Zola Predosa (Bologna, Italy), the candidate will become part of a team responsible for developing and managing relationships with key customers in the Energy & mobility industry. The role will support business growth by strengthening existing partnerships, identifying new opportunities, and promoting innovative filtration solutions mainly within the mobility sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and develop an existing portfolio of customers within the Energy & Mobility filtration business.

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the assigned geographical area and market segments.

• Conduct market analysis and business intelligence activities, with a focus on the emerging mobility trends.

• Strengthen relationships with existing customers while developing new accounts through both standard products and customized filtration solutions tailored to customer needs.

• Prepare quotations, collect and share technical and commercial information, and support contract negotiations.

• Coordinate communications between customers and internal departments, ensuring efficient information flow and project alignment.

• Collaborate closely with Engineering and Product Development teams around the world to monitor project progress and ensure compliance with timelines, technical requirements, and cost targets.

• Act as a liaison between customers and the Quality Department in the management of claims, technical inquiries, and product-related issues.

• Identify new applications and market opportunities in sectors where GVS technologies can generate value and support future business expansion.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree, preferably in Engineering, Business, or a related field.

• Previous experience, even limited, in a sales, account management, or business development role within the Automotive Tier 1 and/or OEM environment is considered a plus but not mandatory.

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

• Fluent Italian and English, both written and spoken.

• Availability for international travel (approximately 30% of working time).

Personal Skills

• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.

• Team-oriented mindset with the ability to work effectively in an international environment.

• Proactive attitude

• Resilience, and determination in pursuing objectives.

• High level of autonomy, problem-solving capability, and customer focus.

The annual compensation range for this position is €25,000 to €32,000, with additional benefits such as a variable bonus. This compensation range has been determined based on objective and gender-neutral criteria, including the scope of the role, required skills, relevant professional experience, qualifications, and level of responsibility. Additional information regarding compensation, benefits, and career progression criteria will be provided during the recruitment process.