Key Account Manager CEE Region

Key Account ManagerJoin SteelSeries on a mission to redefine the gaming landscape across Central and Eastern Europe. As a Key Account Manager, you will drive growth, strengthen partnerships, and accelerate market share by building strategic alliances with leading retailers and e-tailers. Working in close collaboration with the Regional Marketing team, you will turn data-driven insights into actionable business strategies that elevate our presence and performance across the CEE region.This fully remote position requires an analytical, results-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment. You will play a critical role in regional business planning, sales execution, and partner managementowning the end-to-end P&L and ensuring that SteelSeries remains top-of-mind among our retail partners.If you are self-motivated, commercially savvy, and passionate about gaming and esports, this is your opportunity to become a key player in one of the most innovative brands in the industry.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and implement regional sales strategies to achieve sales, profit, and market share targets.Own and manage the full P&L responsibility for the CEE region.Build and execute quarterly business plans (QPM) with account- and category-level breakdowns, supported by SKU-level promotional and marketing alignment.Conduct impactful product training sessions, new product introductions (NPIs), and presentations for key retail partners.Build and maintain strong relationships with key channel partners, including retailers, e-tailers, and distributors, through regular meetings, field visits, and follow-ups.Analyze and forecast sales performance on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis to ensure continuous growth.Monitor market dynamics and competitive activity, adjusting sales responses and strategies as needed.Collaborate closely with the Regional and EMEA Marketing teams to plan and execute local marketing initiatives.Provide market intelligence on trends, opportunities, and consumer insights to guide strategic decision-making.Represent SteelSeries at key industry events, trade shows, and partner meetings.Continuously enhance understanding of customer needs and translate insights into actionable business recommendations.Ensure administrative excellence in managing sales targets, reporting, and customer satisfaction initiatives.Qualifications47 years of proven experience in key account or sales management roles within gaming, consumer electronics, or related premium brand sectors.Strong command of P&L management and a track record of delivering profitable growth.In-depth understanding of the CEE market, including retail dynamics and consumer trends in gaming and electronics.Advanced analytical and planning skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data-driven business decision-making.Demonstrated expertise in trade marketing and e-commerce operations.Strategic mindset with the ability to balance long-term vision and short-term execution.Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.Passion for gaming and esports culture.Fluent in English; proficiency in Czech or another CEE language is an advantage.Willingness to travel frequently across the region.For the right candidate this position may be available to applicants residing in SK/HU/RO/PL as well as CZ.At SteelSeries, we believe in pushing boundariesof technology, performance, and personal growth. Join a global leader in gaming peripherals and become part of a passionate, fast-moving team that's shaping the future of play. The question iswill you be the one to lead us there?