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Sika

Key Account Manager

Sika, Oakland, California, United States, 94616

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About Sika With more than 100 years of experience, Sika is a worldwide innovation and sustainability leader in the development and production of systems and products for commercial and residential construction, as well as the transportation, marine, automotive, and renewable energy manufacturing industries.

Company Description Sika has subsidiaries in 102 countries around the world and in over 400 factories, produces innovative technologies for customers worldwide. In doing so, it plays a crucial role in the transformation of the construction and transportation sector toward greater environmental compatibility. With more than 34,000 employees, the company generated sales of CHF 11.76 billion in 2024.

Job Description Roles & Opportunities

Sika is looking for an experienced Key Account Manager to join our growing team, in our various U.S. markets. Key Account Managers at Sika will play a key role in driving profitable sales growth by promoting and selling Sika technologies. Experience within the electronics industry or knowledge of adhesives and sealants is required. Demonstrated experience or familiarity with Chinese cultural norms, traditions, and business etiquette.

At Sika, the Key Account Manager will achieve assigned sales target, maintain a “Sales Force” customer database in addition to:

Leading technical solution development

Executing strategic Initiatives aligned with business goals

Identifying new business opportunities

Incorporating core competencies including problem solving, consultative selling etc.

Utilize Process Analysis to learn customer needs and to identify opportunities

Prepare and present formal and informal presentations and seminars supporting the customer’s requirements

Preferred Skills

Requires minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in a related field (Marketing, Business, Engineering, etc.)

Minimum five years Sales experience

Must have excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills along with excellent oral and written communication skills

Requires excellent analytical and quantitative skills

Job Description

Account Management & Business Development - Build and maintain strong relationships.

Coordinate product trials, technical validation, and implementation processes in collaboration with application engineering and R&D.

Work with functional support personnel to bring solutions to customer needs

Prepare and present formal and informal presentations and seminars supporting the customer’s requirements

Achieved assigned sales and distribution goals on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis

Prepare and submit business plans and reports as required in order communicate projects, activities, and resource requirements, etc.

Identify and communicate market segments, product ideas, and product technologies through PCP

Incorporate Core Competencies including problem-solving, elastic bonding, consultative selling, etc.

Enthusiastically practice the ideas of Sika Spirit, Vision, and Mission

Forecast monthly sales for each account within acceptable Corporate guidelines on a regular basis

Maintain an accurate and up-to-date CRM “SalesForce” customer database

Submit timely reports detailing activities, trends, competitive analysis, etc.

Additional Information

Perks & Benefits

401K with generous company match

Bonuses

Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits

Paid Parental Leave

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays

Floating Holidays + Paid Volunteer Time

Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements

Education Assistance

Professional Development Opportunities

Employee Referral Program & More!

Sika fosters a culture of entrepreneurship, empowering each individual to make decisions, learn from experience and shape their own career path. The safety and well-being of employees are top priorities at Sika, with a strong commitment to open communication and maintaining a safe workplace. In addition, Sika actively contributes to the community and promotes sustainability by giving back, minimizing environmental impact and embracing social responsibility.

Sika Corporation is committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals that apply. As an equal opportunity employer Sika will consider all qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, or other protected characteristics.

Qualifications Qualifications/Experience:

Proficiency in Chinese (Mandarin) language, both written and spoken

Demonstrated experience or familiarity with Chinese cultural norms, traditions, and business etiquette

Prior work, study, or residency in a Chinese-speaking region is a plus

Ability to engage with Chinese-speaking clients, partners, or stakeholders effectively

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required, preferably in business or engineering field

Minimum five years of progressively responsible sales experience in which the candidate must have demonstrated a proven track record in achieving specific goals.

Must have proven record of creativity, innovation, sales growth, and significant achievement

Familiarity with adhesives, sealants is preferred

Must have excellent interpersonal and negotiating skills, excellent oral and written communication skills, excellent analytical, planning and time management skills, and quantitative skills

Experience within the electronics industry or knowledge of adhesives and sealants

Additional Information

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Industries

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