Key Account Manager – Chemicals

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Key Account Manager (Chemicals) to lead the growth of strategic customer relationships in the chemical industry. Reporting to the Country Manager Switzerland and based near Zurich, you will work closely with sales, marketing and international teams to drive commercial success.

Key responsibilities

• Strategically manage and develop national key accounts, building long‑term relationships with senior decision‑makers.
• Identify and develop new business opportunities and implement account‑specific growth strategies.
• Negotiate and conclude commercial agreements, monitoring revenue and profitability of assigned accounts.
• Coordinate key customer projects with internal and international stakeholders.
• Monitor market, customer and competitor developments and create individual business plans for strategic customers.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Sales or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Business Development, Key Account Management, Sales or Marketing, preferably in the automotive aftermarket/aftersales sector.
• Proven ability to negotiate with senior‑level customers and a strong strategic and commercial mindset.
• Entrepreneurial attitude, excellent communication skills and fluency in German and French, with fluent English; Italian is a plus.