Key Account Manager - Robotics/Actuators

About the role

Step into the innovative world of LG Electronics. As a global leader in technology, LG Electronics is dedicated to creating innovative solutions for a better life. Our brand promise, 'Life's Good', embodies our commitment to ensuring a happier life for all. We have a rich history spanning over six decades and a global presence in over 290 locations.

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At LG, we believe in the power of collective wisdom through an inclusive work environment. Join us and become a part of a company that is shaping the future of technology. At LG, we strive to make Life Good for Everyone.

Key Account Manager (Sales KAM) dedicated to managing key accounts and expanding LG Electronics' actuator solutions business within the North American robotics and automation market. Responsible for driving new business creation with a strong entrepreneurial mindset and systematically managing complex stakeholder interests and long-cycle sales processes. Oversees the entire project lifecycle, including establishing customer relationships, developing new pipelines, managing revenue, and collaborating with HQ R&D to lead robot component business growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Account Management & Revenue Ownership
• Primary Point of Contact (POC): Manage and expand relationships with North American actuator customers; serve as the primary business communication hub throughout the project lifecycle.
• Revenue & Credit Management: Directly manage all sales operations related to revenue and settlements, including order management, supply chain coordination, and Accounts Receivable (AR) tracking.
• Strategy & Business Development
• GTM Strategy Execution: Develop and execute regional business plans and Go-to-Market (GTM) strategies to expand actuator adoption in the North American robotics market.
• Pipeline Development: Identify new business opportunities and secure a robust project pipeline through rigorous market analysis and proactive customer engagement.
• Market Presence Enhancement: Represent actuator solutions and increase brand awareness in the market by attending industry events, trade shows, and customer meetings.
• Cross-functional Collaboration & VOC
• VOC Collection & Delivery: Document customer requirements and market insights (Voice of Customer) to inform next-generation product/feature development and convey them to internal stakeholders.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Partner with HQ Product Management teams, local subsidiaries, and other cross-functional stakeholders to ensure timely project delivery and maximize customer satisfaction.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's degree or higher (STEM majors strongly preferred).
• Experience: Minimum 5 years of components sales experience within tech-based industries. Minimum of 10 yrs of sales experience with at least 5 years of components sales experience within tech-based industries.
• Key Competencies:
• Strong entrepreneurial mindset with a proven ability to build new business from the ground up.
• Demonstrated experience in customer engagement and strategic account management.
• Ability to systematically manage, document, and organically share sales progress.
• Experience utilizing and managing CRM tools such as Salesforce.
• Robust project management skills.
• Proven capability to lead complex customer relationships and long-cycle sales processes.
• Native or near-native proficiency in English.
• Other Requirements:
• Ability to travel frequently (30% to 50% of working time; must be eligible for international travel).
• Valid work authorization in the United States (No visa sponsorship required).

Preferred Qualifications

• R&D or engineering experience in humanoid robotics or robot actuators.
• Master's or Ph.D. degree in Robotics, Actuator engineering, or a related field.

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• Recruiting Range $110,000—$150,000 USD

Benefits Offered Full-Time Employees

• No-cost employee premiums for you and your eligible dependents for competitive medical, dental, vision and prescription benefits.
• Auto enrollment with immediate vesting of competitive company matching contributions in a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with several investment options.
• Generous Paid Time Off program that includes company holidays and a combined bank of paid sick and vacation time.
• Performance based Short-Term Incentives (varies by role).
• Access to confidential mental health resources to help you and your loved ones improve your quality of life. Personal fitness goal incentives.
• Family orientated benefits such as paid parental leave and support for families raising children with learning, social, behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities.
• Group Rate Life and Disability Insurance.

Benefits Offered Temporary/Contractors

• Eligible for the relevant benefit programs offered through our partner agencies.