Account Sales professional / Key Account Manager

About Amat

Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting-edge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips – the brains of devices we use every day. As the foundation of the global electronics industry, Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world – like AI and IoT. If you want to push the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next generation technology, join us to deliver material innovation that changes the world.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Account Sales professional / Key Account Manager to join our Applied Global Services (AGS) division in Germany. This is a permanent, full-time role focused on managing key customer relationships and driving service solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Grow the Service revenue and booking in the region and in the allocated major accounts
• Identify customer needs and develop/implement complex sales strategies – generate service solutions that will help our customers cope with their innovative and changing business environments
• Lead independently customer relations and negotiations, from the initial service quotes to the final contract signature
• Communicate and present Applied Materials’ product roadmaps and capabilities to the customer

Requirements

• Strong business acumen and negotiation skills, gained through 2–3 years of sales experience in the semiconductor industry or 5+ years of sales experience outside the industry
• Excellent communication skills to lead working sessions and discussions both internally and with customers
• Creativity in generating solutions while remaining aligned with standard selling concepts (Product Option Architecture) and its requirements
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant discipline