Sales Director - Automotive

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TITLE Sales Director - Automotive Location Plymouth, Michigan: Company JTEKT North America: Summary/Purpose: As a senior member of the Sales Team for North America, the Director of Sales is responsible for overall business performance and strategy development within their respective customer group. Also, partners with other senior leaders to ensure effective coordination and relationships with all disciplines of the organization. The Sales Director will manage and be accountable for closure of all commercial issues in a timely manner that is relevant with the customer, develop sales growth plans including, future technology needs of the OEM and align a strategy for future growth, and guide communication globally to establish common strategies, goals, and best practices. Essential Duties and Accountabilities: 1. Develop Global Customer Strategy– Work with members of Senior Management and the cross functional teams, to drive the creation and implementation of sales growth to increase market share and profitability in each product group. 2. Managing Activities of the Sales and Marketing Organization– Provide leadership to ensure the achievement of customer sales and profitability targ...