Pasona NA
Account Manager - Job Num:
Pasona NA, San Jose, California, United States, 95199
Account Manager - 56044 Job Num: 56044
Sales / Marketing
Job Description
POSITION TITLE:
Account Manager (Tesla Business)
SUPERVISOR:
General Manager Sales and Marketing
DEPARTMENT:
Sales (San Jose Office)
FLSA STATUS:
Exempt
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Account Manager will manage sales and marketing activities related to Tesla. This role supports multiple global teams during Pre-Selection, Pre-Production, and Production stages.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Oversee effective APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning) during pre-selection, including business award management, design reviews, physical samples, and evaluation forms. Support global teams (e.g., engineering and sales) in post-selection activities. Communicate with customers (mainly engineering and purchasing) to identify needs for automotive interior fabrics and plastics while maintaining relationships. Prepare and present summaries for internal meetings, update schedules, and report issues. Provide pre-selection sales support for projects requiring global coordination and technical knowledge. Coordinate activities such as Materials Engineering, Costing, Sales Promotion, Schedule Management, and physical testing during pre- and post-selection stages. Participate in marketing research and benchmarking efforts. Support the development of account plans, receipt of orders. Collaborate closely with Japanese advisors and other personnel to align with company culture and management expectations. Facilitate communication between Sales and Marketing, the General Manager, and global design and development teams. Travel as needed to present or participate in meetings and training, both domestically and internationally. Perform additional duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor. QUALIFICATIONS: Automotive account management experience required. Proven ability to develop effective sales strategies and negotiation capabilities. Must be able to work in the San Jose, CA area. Proficiency in English is required, and proficiency in Japanese or Chinese is preferred. Bachelor's degree required. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Excellent organizational, project management, and customer service skills. Ability to work independently and make high-level decisions. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
This position does not supervise other employees.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The role requires frequent standing, walking, sitting, talking, and listening. Occasionally involves stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling, and may require lifting up to 25 pounds.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
While primarily office-based, this position involves occasional visits to plant areas with moving mechanical parts and fumes. Travel is required 10%-25% of the time.
To apply, please send resume to abutterfield@pasona.com.
Job Details
City:
San Jose State:
CA Job Type:
Permanent Job Salary High:
150000.00 Salary Low:
120000.00 Languages:
English Hours of Operation:
8am - 5pm Benefits:
Health Ins;Dental Ins;Vision Ins;401K;Life Ins;Bonus;Paid Time Off
Contact Information
Job Owner:
Ayu Butterfield Job Owner Email :
abutterfield@pasona.com
Job Description
POSITION TITLE:
Account Manager (Tesla Business)
SUPERVISOR:
General Manager Sales and Marketing
DEPARTMENT:
Sales (San Jose Office)
FLSA STATUS:
Exempt
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Account Manager will manage sales and marketing activities related to Tesla. This role supports multiple global teams during Pre-Selection, Pre-Production, and Production stages.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Oversee effective APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning) during pre-selection, including business award management, design reviews, physical samples, and evaluation forms. Support global teams (e.g., engineering and sales) in post-selection activities. Communicate with customers (mainly engineering and purchasing) to identify needs for automotive interior fabrics and plastics while maintaining relationships. Prepare and present summaries for internal meetings, update schedules, and report issues. Provide pre-selection sales support for projects requiring global coordination and technical knowledge. Coordinate activities such as Materials Engineering, Costing, Sales Promotion, Schedule Management, and physical testing during pre- and post-selection stages. Participate in marketing research and benchmarking efforts. Support the development of account plans, receipt of orders. Collaborate closely with Japanese advisors and other personnel to align with company culture and management expectations. Facilitate communication between Sales and Marketing, the General Manager, and global design and development teams. Travel as needed to present or participate in meetings and training, both domestically and internationally. Perform additional duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor. QUALIFICATIONS: Automotive account management experience required. Proven ability to develop effective sales strategies and negotiation capabilities. Must be able to work in the San Jose, CA area. Proficiency in English is required, and proficiency in Japanese or Chinese is preferred. Bachelor's degree required. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Excellent organizational, project management, and customer service skills. Ability to work independently and make high-level decisions. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
This position does not supervise other employees.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The role requires frequent standing, walking, sitting, talking, and listening. Occasionally involves stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling, and may require lifting up to 25 pounds.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
While primarily office-based, this position involves occasional visits to plant areas with moving mechanical parts and fumes. Travel is required 10%-25% of the time.
To apply, please send resume to abutterfield@pasona.com.
Job Details
City:
San Jose State:
CA Job Type:
Permanent Job Salary High:
150000.00 Salary Low:
120000.00 Languages:
English Hours of Operation:
8am - 5pm Benefits:
Health Ins;Dental Ins;Vision Ins;401K;Life Ins;Bonus;Paid Time Off
Contact Information
Job Owner:
Ayu Butterfield Job Owner Email :
abutterfield@pasona.com