--- title: 'Strategic Account Manager - DACH REGION at Velocity Electronics' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/strategic-account-manager-dach-region-velocity-electronics-munich-6w91h0k0dp6h' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-12' --- # Strategic Account Manager - DACH REGION at Velocity Electronics - **Company:** Velocity Electronics - **Location:** Munich, Germany - **Posted:** 2025-08-13 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-12 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/velocityelectronics/jobs/7081683 ## Job description Join a Team That Moves Fast and Thinks Big — Join Velocity Electronics as our next STRATEGIC ACCOUNT MANAGER in Munich! We are looking for a talented professional to deliver exceptional experiences and drive results by managing a portfolio of key customer accounts, fostering sustainable and long-term business growth. Key Responsibilities: - Foster trusted, long-term partnerships with key customers - Own and grow a portfolio of strategic accounts with a solution-focused approach - Collaborate on global sales and procurement initiatives to deliver business-wide impact Qualifications: - High School Diploma or equivalent; 4-year college degree preferred - 2+ years of sales experience in the electronic components industry - Demonstrated expertise in sourcing, product knowledge, account management, CRM - Computer literate: experience with complex ERP systems preferred Why Join Velocity Electronics? At Velocity Electronics, our culture is powered by purpose and defined by values: Be Amazing Today, Demonstrate Mutual Respect and Trust, Act Courageously, and Own Your Outcomes. These aren’t just words — they’re the foundation of how we lead, grow, and win together. Are you someone who thrives in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment? Here, you'll be empowered to own your journey, build meaningful partnerships, and make a real impact through bold, innovative solutions. Join one of the world’s leading independent electronic component distributors, trusted by top-tier contract manufacturers and OEMs across the globe. This is an on-site role based in Munich — at the heart of where global ideas meet world-class execution. ## About Velocity Electronics ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Velocity Electronics is a global electronic component distributor and trusted supply chain partner that provides sourcing, quality inspection, and inventory management solutions to OEMs and contract manufacturers. - **Entity Type**: Private - **Headquarters**: Austin, Texas, United States - **Founded**: 1999 - **Founders**: Not publicly disclosed (President & CEO is Kris Kelly) ## Core Business - **Primary industry**: Electronic component distribution / Semiconductor supply chain - **Target customers**: B2B – OEMs, contract manufacturers, and high-tech organizations - **Mission/purpose**: “Deliver exceptional experiences and outcomes both internally and externally” by increasing the pace of innovation for customers through reliable supply chain solutions. ## Products & Services - **Component Sourcing & Shortage Management**: Sourcing hard-to-find, end-of-life (EOL), and shortage components from a global network of vetted suppliers. - **Quality Inspections**: Industry-leading counterfeit avoidance and detection protocols, with over 55,000 sq. ft. of secure inspection and warehousing space. - **Obsolescence Management**: Extends equipment life by locating EOL components. - **Capital Recovery / Excess Inventory Mitigation**: Helps customers recover capital from excess or obsolete electronic inventory. - **Proprietary Software Suite**: Integrated platform for procurement, inventory tracking, and supply chain visibility. - **Third-Party Procurement, Warehousing & Logistics**: Custom programs to reduce costs, increase inventory turns, and improve cash-to-cash cycles. ## Market Standing - **Valuation**: Not publicly available (private company) - **Key Metric**: Annual Revenue – **$652 million** (LinkedIn estimate, 2025/2026) - **Key Metric**: Total Employees – **153** (as of mid-2026, +5.9% YoY) - **Notable Recognition**: Ranked **#16** in *Source Today*’s Top 50 Electronics Distributors (2026), up 10 spots from the prior year. - **Global Presence**: Operates in 17 countries with 3 global distribution centers; employees represent 20 nationalities and speak 19 languages. ## Competitive Advantages - **Counterfeit Avoidance**: Rigorous quality assurance protocols and certifications that provide unmatched supply chain security. - **Global Scale**: 55,000 sq. ft. of secure inspection/warehousing; presence in the Americas, Europe, Asia Pacific, and Middle East & Africa. - **Integrated Technology**: Proprietary software suite for real-time procurement and logistics management. - **Trusted Partnerships**: Long-standing relationships with leading OEMs and contract manufacturers. ## Strategic Focus - **Growth & Expansion**: Continued geographic expansion (recent growth in Mexico, Colombia, and APAC) and climbing the *Source Today* rankings. - **Supply Chain Resilience**: Deepening capabilities in shortage mitigation, obsolescence management, and counterfeit detection. - **Employee Empowerment**: Investing in personal and professional development programs to retain talent and drive innovation. ## Why Work Here - **Culture**: Described as “distinctive” and “family spirit” – employees are empowered to take calculated risks, celebrate successes, and learn from mistakes. - **Diversity**: 20 nationalities, 19 languages spoken; teams across 17 countries. - **Career Development**: “Create your own journey” philosophy; performance recognition programs; opportunities to move across departments (Sales, Operations, Finance, Quality, etc.). - **Global Opportunities**: Roles in Austin, Boston, Singapore, Shanghai, Munich, Guadalajara, and more. - **Work Policy**: Not explicitly stated as remote/hybrid; many roles appear office-based at distribution centers or regional hubs. - **Perks**: Not detailed, but emphasis on personal and professional development, recognition, and a supportive environment. ## Sources 1. [velocityelectronics.com](https://velocityelectronics.com/) 2. [LinkedIn – Velocity Electronics](https://www.linkedin.com/company/velocityelectronics) 3. [Built In – Velocity Electronics](https://builtin.com/company/velocity-electronics) 4. 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