International Key Account Manager (Spanish/Italian speaker)

About BYD

Our Purpose is to build a zero-emission future that reconnects humanity with nature. We are looking for talent that connects with this mission and want to create positive impact by joining a diverse and dynamic team.

BYD is a leading, high-tech multinational, based in Shenzhen, China. Operates in four core fields of IT, automotive, new energy, and rail transit and employs over 300,000 people worldwide. As a global pioneer in New Energy Solutions BYD is dedicated to building a zero-emission ecosystem.

BYD Europe offers a full line of BYD electric vehicles, including all-electric cars, all-electric buses, and all-electric forklift trucks.

Position Overview

As an International Key Account, you will play a central role in driving the company’s growth across corporate, rent-a-car and mobility channels. You will manage and develop multi-national partnerships while ensuring alignment between headquarters and local markets to deliver a seamless, customer-focused experience globally.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage and develop international partnerships with strategic customers ensuring strong long-term collaboration and business development.

  • Lead and support commercial discussions, RFI/RFQ/RFPs and multi-country contract negotiations with key partners, in close coordination with internal stakeholders.

  • Proactively identify and acquire new business opportunities across markets to drive growth and strengthen market presence.

  • Implement and oversee international framework agreements ensuring full activation and consistent execution.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support complex business initiatives and secure alignment across regions and departments.

  • Maintain and continuously improve the customer and opportunity database, ensuring high data accuracy and visibility on contracts and performance metrics.

  • Analyze customer trends, tender activities, and market developments to deliver reliable forecasts and actionable strategic insights.

Qualifications & Skills

  • 8+ years of professional experience, including 5+ years in International Key Account Management or Fleet Sales within the automotive or mobility sector.

  • Advanced level of Spanish and/or Italian language, fluent English.

  • Excellent communication, commercial and analytical skills.

  • Ability to work independently across multiple teams and functions.

  • Proficiency in MS Office (CRM experience is a plus).

We offer:

  • Job in a fast-growing company and industry which represents sustainable technology.

  • Performance and experience based competitive remuneration, commuting allowance.

  • Team building events and employee learning opportunities.

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