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Senior level key account director jobs center on setting strategic direction for enterprise relationships, owning revenue outcomes, and leading the teams and initiatives that drive client retention and growth. Openings are concentrated in Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, Staffing & Recruiting, and Consulting & Professional Services, with a 33% remote and hybrid mix, and employers like UCB, Google, and Taylor Strategy Partners hiring at this level now.
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Syensqo is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.
Role and Responsibilities
Your mission is to implement Syensqo’s Consumer Care strategy, by developing a business with contract manufacturers in North America.
The Key Account Manager, Contract Manufacturing will be responsible for developing and executing our Contract Manufacturer Strategy. You will coordinate all communication and oversee all short-term projects and long-term strategic priorities for CM accounts. You will manage an existing base & develop new business on a directed and non-directed basis. This includes gathering business information, developing commercial tactical plans, and executing these plans to generate expanded growth for the company.
- You will work with the regional NA Business Development Managers and our Global Marketing & R&I organization to leverage our operational marketing and research initiatives to deliver new sales with profitable contribution margins.
- Build and maintain strong relationships through proactive communication and regular visits to discuss existing business & commercial opportunities in targeted applications.
- Act as a key contact point for customers and educate them on products, applications, and trends.
- Continuously monitor industry trends, customer needs, and competitive landscape to inform strategy and identify new opportunities.
- Evaluate and propose innovative solutions for customer problems and coordinate with internal resources (R&I, etc.) when needed to meet customer requests/demands and ensure issues are resolved
- Achieve KPI objectives according to global marketing & pricing strategy, as well as commercial guidelines.
- Design and update the Key Account Plan (KAP) as needed.
- Maintain and continuously improve knowledge about products, applications, and markets in the industry.
- You will have the opportunity to create and develop a new market segment in North America within a global organization.
Experience and Skills
With a strong development mindset, strategic thinking, and sales/technology/formulation background, you will interact with multiple stakeholders both internally (sales, marketing, R&I, regulatory) as well as externally, positioning Syensqo as an innovation specialty ingredients supplier and solutions provider.
- BS/BA preferred in a chemical or associated field. MBA a plus
- 8+ years of experience in the Home & Personal Care Market
- Sales experience in the Contract Manufacturing space or direct experience working within a contract manufacturer.
- Experience with selling in Consumer Care products, and development of a 5-year strategic roadmap for growth.
- Scientific and technical background in chemistry, formulation, and consumer markets.
- Hunter / entrepreneurial spirit, driven by the delivery of business results. Strong team player and ability to navigate complex organizations.
- Strong communication skills, ability to create presentations, communicate marketing and technical information to a broad audience.
What We Offer
Competitive salary and benefits package
The U.S. base salary range reasonably expected to be paid for this position is $127,680 to $159,600.00 per year. Since actual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted base salary range. Total compensation for this role also includes bonus and/or other incentives.
16, or more, weeks of maternity/paternity and co-parenting leave, according to local regulations
Training platform for all employees
Free well-being sessions (physical and psychological)
Additional information:
Hybrid role. Must be available and able to visit on-site labs.
About us
- Syensqo is a science company developing groundbreaking solutions that enhance the way we live, work, travel and play. Inspired by the scientific councils which Ernest Solvay initiated in 1911, we bring great minds together to push the limits of science and innovation for the benefit of our customers, with a diverse, global team of more than 13,000 associates. Our solutions contribute to safer, cleaner, and more sustainable products found in homes, food and consumer goods, planes, cars, batteries, smart devices and health care applications. Our innovation power enables us to deliver on the ambition of a circular economy and explore breakthrough technologies that advance humanity.
- At Syensqo, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.
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Syensqo is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.
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Syensqo is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.
Role and Responsibilities
Your mission is to implement Syensqo’s Consumer Care strategy, by developing a business with contract manufacturers in North America.
The Key Account Manager, Contract Manufacturing will be responsible for developing and executing our Contract Manufacturer Strategy. You will coordinate all communication and oversee all short-term projects and long-term strategic priorities for CM accounts. You will manage an existing base & develop new business on a directed and non-directed basis. This includes gathering business information, developing commercial tactical plans, and executing these plans to generate expanded growth for the company.
- You will work with the regional NA Business Development Managers and our Global Marketing & R&I organization to leverage our operational marketing and research initiatives to deliver new sales with profitable contribution margins.
- Build and maintain strong relationships through proactive communication and regular visits to discuss existing business & commercial opportunities in targeted applications.
- Act as a key contact point for customers and educate them on products, applications, and trends.
- Continuously monitor industry trends, customer needs, and competitive landscape to inform strategy and identify new opportunities.
- Evaluate and propose innovative solutions for customer problems and coordinate with internal resources (R&I, etc.) when needed to meet customer requests/demands and ensure issues are resolved
- Achieve KPI objectives according to global marketing & pricing strategy, as well as commercial guidelines.
- Design and update the Key Account Plan (KAP) as needed.
- Maintain and continuously improve knowledge about products, applications, and markets in the industry.
- You will have the opportunity to create and develop a new market segment in North America within a global organization.
Experience and Skills
With a strong development mindset, strategic thinking, and sales/technology/formulation background, you will interact with multiple stakeholders both internally (sales, marketing, R&I, regulatory) as well as externally, positioning Syensqo as an innovation specialty ingredients supplier and solutions provider.
- BS/BA preferred in a chemical or associated field. MBA a plus
- 8+ years of experience in the Home & Personal Care Market
- Sales experience in the Contract Manufacturing space or direct experience working within a contract manufacturer.
- Experience with selling in Consumer Care products, and development of a 5-year strategic roadmap for growth.
- Scientific and technical background in chemistry, formulation, and consumer markets.
- Hunter / entrepreneurial spirit, driven by the delivery of business results. Strong team player and ability to navigate complex organizations.
- Strong communication skills, ability to create presentations, communicate marketing and technical information to a broad audience.
What We Offer
Competitive salary and benefits package
The U.S. base salary range reasonably expected to be paid for this position is $127,680 to $159,600.00 per year. Since actual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted base salary range. Total compensation for this role also includes bonus and/or other incentives.
16, or more, weeks of maternity/paternity and co-parenting leave, according to local regulations
Training platform for all employees
Free well-being sessions (physical and psychological)
Additional information:
Hybrid role. Must be available and able to visit on-site labs.
About us
- Syensqo is a science company developing groundbreaking solutions that enhance the way we live, work, travel and play. Inspired by the scientific councils which Ernest Solvay initiated in 1911, we bring great minds together to push the limits of science and innovation for the benefit of our customers, with a diverse, global team of more than 13,000 associates. Our solutions contribute to safer, cleaner, and more sustainable products found in homes, food and consumer goods, planes, cars, batteries, smart devices and health care applications. Our innovation power enables us to deliver on the ambition of a circular economy and explore breakthrough technologies that advance humanity.
- At Syensqo, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.
-
Syensqo is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.
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Senior Level Key Account Director Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level key account director job?
Employers at this level want candidates who have owned large books of business, led complex renewals or expansions, and managed or mentored junior account teams. Demonstrating measurable outcomes, such as retention rates or revenue growth tied directly to your strategy, carries far more weight than tenure alone. Familiarity with enterprise sales cycles, executive stakeholder management, and cross-functional coordination gives candidates a clear edge.
Which companies hire senior level key account directors?
Companies hiring senior level key account directors right now include UCB, Google, and Taylor Strategy Partners, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level tends to come from large enterprise software vendors, professional services firms, logistics providers, and health and life sciences companies that manage long-term, high-value client relationships.
Are there remote senior level key account director jobs?
Yes, though many roles still involve regular client travel or on-site presence given the relationship-driven nature of the work. About 33% of senior level key account director openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with fully remote positions more common in technology and SaaS sectors where client engagement happens primarily through digital channels.
What makes a key account director role senior level?
Senior level key account director roles carry significantly broader scope than mid-level positions. Expectations include owning a portfolio of strategic or enterprise accounts independently, setting account plans that align with company-wide revenue goals, influencing product or service roadmaps based on client feedback, and mentoring or managing junior account managers. The role shifts from executing relationship tasks to leading the strategy behind them.
Which industries hire the most senior level key account directors?
Senior Level key account director roles concentrate in Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, Staffing & Recruiting, and Consulting & Professional Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors tend to drive hiring at this level because their revenue models depend on retaining and expanding large, long-term client accounts rather than high-volume transactional sales.