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Kontron Americas · 3 months ago

Key Account Manager – Defense Vertical

Kontron Americas is a global leader in Embedded Computing Technology, providing cutting-edge solutions to the Defense community. The Key Account Manager will focus on driving sales growth and securing design wins within Tier 1 and Tier 2 embedded OEM customers, particularly in the Defense vertical.

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Responsibilities

Develop and implement a Territory Sales Plan to achieve revenue growth and market share gains
Cultivate senior-level relationships within key accounts to build trust and align Kontron’s solutions with customer needs
Drive prospecting and new business development, focusing on incremental growth in design wins, bookings, and revenue
Lead the entire sales process from discovery to closing deals, positioning Kontron’s products as the best fit for customers
Maintain accurate records in Kontron's CRM, including sales activity reports, pipeline reviews, and forecasts
Work closely with engineering, product management, and marketing teams to ensure solutions meet customer needs
Analyze customer organizations to stay ahead of market trends and customer demands

Qualification

Sales StrategyBusiness DevelopmentEmbedded SystemsDefense Vertical ExpertiseAccount ManagementTechnical AcumenNegotiation SkillsTrack RecordCommunication SkillsSelf-Motivation

Required

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
5–10 years of sales within high-tech markets, with a strong background in selling Embedded Systems to the Defense industry
Deep experience in the Defense vertical (a must), with embedded systems
Proven business development, consultative sales, and account management experience for Tier 1 & Tier 2 OEM customers
Strong negotiator who knows how to manage and close large complex deals
Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences, including C-level executives
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Capable of working independently and within a team
40%–50% travel to customer sites required
Success in hunting, quota attainment and closing design wins
Applicant must be a U.S. Citizen or green card holder

Preferred

Familiarity selling into other markets such as Industrial, Medical, Transportation or Communications, while not mandatory, is a plus

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans.
A dynamic work environment that fosters professional growth.
Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and be part of a globally recognized leader in embedded computing solutions.

Company

Kontron Americas

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We drive IoT innovation with rugged embedded solutions! Kontron Group continues its mission to enable IoT-driven, secure applications across industries like medical, industrial, aerospace, transportation, and broadband communications.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
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2007-08-13Acquired

Leadership Team

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Ted Christiansen
Chief Executive Officer
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