Thomas L.
About Thomas L.
Thomas L. is a Key Account Manager for Heavy Industry EMEA at Materion Corporation, with over 20 years of experience in managing OEM automotive clients. He has a strong background in hydraulics, drive technology, and customer relationships, particularly in Southern Germany and Switzerland.
Work at Materion
Thomas L. has been serving as the Key Account Manager for Heavy Industry EMEA at Materion Corporation since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for managing key accounts within the heavy industry sector across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. His extensive experience in handling technically complex products positions him well to address the needs of OEM automotive clients. His tenure at Materion reflects a commitment to fostering strong customer relationships and delivering tailored solutions.
Previous Experience in Automotive Sales
Before joining Materion, Thomas L. held significant positions in the automotive sector. He worked as a Senior Area Sales Manager at Rheinmetall Automotive from 2016 to 2018, focusing on OEM clients in Europe. Following that, he served at Trelleborg Sealing Solutions as a Senior Area Sales Manager from 2018 to 2020. His experience also includes a role at Kramp as an Area Sales Manager for OEM clients in mobile hydraulics and agricultural technology from 2014 to 2016.
Education and Expertise
Thomas L. has a solid educational background in technical and business management. He studied at Richard-Fehrenbach-Gewerbeschule Freiburg, where he achieved qualifications in automotive technology. He also completed a Bachelor of Technology (BTech) in Technischer Betriebswirt from 1997 to 1998. Additionally, he studied at Walter-Eucken-Schule Freiburg im Breisgau, earning a degree in Groß- /Aussenhandelskaufmann. His expertise encompasses hydraulics, drive technology, bearings, and special vehicle construction.
Professional Skills and Attributes
Thomas L. is recognized for his strong customer relationship skills, particularly in Southern Germany and Switzerland. He has over 20 years of experience working with OEM automotive clients, which has honed his ability to manage technically complex projects. His professional attributes include loyalty, teamwork, and entrepreneurial thinking, which contribute to his effectiveness in sales and account management.
Career Timeline
Thomas L.'s career spans over two decades, with a focus on the automotive industry. He began his education in automotive technology from 1984 to 1988 and progressed through various roles in sales and management. His career includes significant positions at Kramp, Rheinmetall Automotive, Trelleborg Sealing Solutions, and currently at Materion Corporation. His experience reflects a continuous advancement in responsibilities and expertise within the heavy industry sector.