Sales Account Manager – Electronics Manufacturing
Location
Auburn Hills, MI
Employment Type
Full time
Department
General
Salary
Undisclosed
Location
Auburn Hills, MI
Employment Type
Full time
Department
General
Salary
Undisclosed
Sales Account Manager – Electronics Manufacturing
Job Overview
Company: Sigma Electronics Location: Auburn Hills, MI (In-person) Department: General
Sigma Electronics is seeking an experienced, results-driven Sales Account Manager to lead new business development and expand our presence across the automotive, defense, aerospace, industrial, and other electronics manufacturing markets. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electronics manufacturing services (EMS), printed circuit board assembly (PCBA), and contract manufacturing, with a proven ability to identify opportunities, develop customer relationships, and secure profitable new business. This is a growth-focused position requiring an entrepreneurial mindset, strong technical understanding, and the ability to develop business across multiple industries. Note: Candidates should be located within 25 miles of Auburn Hills, MI.
Responsibilities
- Identify, develop, and secure new business opportunities across automotive, defense, aerospace, industrial, and other electronics manufacturing sectors.
- Build and maintain relationships with OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, contract manufacturers, and key decision-makers.
- Develop strategies to diversify Sigma Electronics' customer portfolio and expand into new markets.
- Promote Sigma Electronics' capabilities in PCB assembly, SMT, electronic assemblies, and value-added manufacturing services.
- Lead RFQ activities, including technical and commercial reviews, pricing strategies, and contract negotiations.
- Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Supply Chain to develop competitive and profitable proposals.
- Manage and grow existing customer accounts while identifying additional business opportunities.
- Maintain an active sales pipeline, prepare forecasts, and track customer activities using CRM systems.
- Monitor market trends, competitive activity, and emerging opportunities within the electronics manufacturing industry.
- Support customer programs from initial business development through production launch and ongoing commercial management.
Requirements
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
- Minimum of 7 years of B2B sales, account management, or business development experience, preferably in electronics manufacturing services or contract manufacturing.
- Demonstrated success acquiring new customers and generating profitable business.
- Knowledge of PCB assembly, SMT processes, and electronics manufacturing.
- Experience managing RFQs, commercial negotiations, pricing, and customer relationships.
- Strong communication, negotiation, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills.
- Experience with CRM systems, preferably HubSpot.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively across technical and operational teams.
Preferred Qualifications
- Established customer relationships within automotive, defense, aerospace, industrial, or other electronics manufacturing markets.
- Experience selling electronics manufacturing services to OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers.
- Familiarity with industry quality standards, including IATF 16949, ISO 9001, AS9100, or IPC standards.
- Understanding of defense and aerospace customer requirements, including ITAR and applicable contractual compliance requirements.
- Experience developing new markets and building a customer portfolio from the ground up.
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
About the Company
Sigma Group is a global electronics supplier and smart-surface manufacturer, combining electronics production, decorative finishing, lighting integration, and assembly for automotive and other industries.