Malone Workforce Solutions

Lead sales growth, manage sales teams, and develop customer relationships in automotive manufacturing. | Proven automotive sales leadership with OEM/Tier One experience and strong strategic planning skills. | Director of Sales / General Manager – Automotive Manufacturing - Novi, Michigan This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced sales leader to join a well-established automotive manufacturing organization serving major OEM and Tier One customers throughout North America. About this role: This highly visible leadership role will be responsible for driving sales growth, strengthening customer relationships, leading business development initiatives, and managing a high-performing sales team. The successful candidate will partner closely with engineering, operations, and executive leadership to support strategic growth objectives and deliver exceptional customer value. Key Responsibilities: • Develop and execute strategic sales and business development initiatives • Lead, mentor, and develop a sales team focused on achieving growth objectives • Build and strengthen relationships with OEM and Tier One automotive customers • Manage key accounts, customer negotiations, forecasting, and sales strategy • Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and leadership teams • Identify new market opportunities and drive revenue growth Qualifications: • Proven sales leadership experience within automotive manufacturing • Experience supporting OEM and/or Tier One automotive customers • Strong background in business development, account management, and customer relationship management • Demonstrated success leading teams and driving revenue growth • Excellent communication, negotiation, and strategic planning skills Why Consider This Opportunity? • Executive-level leadership role with significant visibility and impact • Opportunity to influence growth strategy and customer relationships • Established and respected automotive manufacturing organization • Collaborative environment with strong cross-functional leadership support • Comprehensive benefits package & 401k plan w/company match • Direct-hire, full-time position If you are an automotive sales leader looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful impact while helping shape future growth, I would welcome a confidential conversation. ~Best, Lorrie Kempfer Malone is an equal opportunity employer