Key Account Manager (On-Site)

C.H. Robinson is seeking an On-Site Key Account Manager (KAM) to support one of our key customers. You will play a critical role in driving growth and deepening partnerships within your aligned account. Acting as the primary point of contact and trusted advisor, you will be responsible for uncovering new opportunities, creating demand, and delivering innovative, customer-centric solutions that align to evolving business needs. You will champion the customer internally, collaborating across teams and geographies to ensure seamless execution and continuous improvement. By leveraging a deep understanding of C.H. Robinson’s industry-leading services, technology, and capabilities, you will strengthen relationships, maximize retention, and unlock new avenues for growth within this customer.

This position will be based on-site at the customer location in the Greater Minneapolis area.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The duties and responsibilities of this position consists of, but are not limited to, the following:

Business Development:

• Accountable to elevate and expand credible relationships across functional departments within the customer supply chain
• Leverages network SME’s to collaborate on the solution and pipeline development of product, mode, or service line opportunities  
• Expands market share by driving an active opportunity pipeline and qualification process in CRM, and when applicable collaborate with additional resources to identify and drive market share expansion
• Conducts regular business reviews, leveraging internal data and market intelligence to gain customer insights, and understand positive and negative trends in data, to uncover new opportunities for growth, increase sales, and retain and grow the business by presenting strategic solutions to customers
• Uses strategic negotiation and sales strategies at the management and director level in discussing complex pricing and selling solutions with customers
• Analyzes and shares customer specific data, requirements and expectations with internal resources in order to collaboratively create viable supply chain solutions for customers
• Can confidently and effectively represents our digital solutions through a deep understanding of how to apply technology and analytics to customer strategy
• Applies multi-faceted knowledge of market intelligence, customer information and internal data/intelligence to identify new opportunities, provide customers with business insights, and improve customer outcomes
• Owns account strategy including RFP, proposal, and award management through a clear understanding of customer buying habits and CHRs position within the customer’s supply chain
• Proactively manages customer pricing strategy by leveraging internal tech, tools and SMEs
• Consistently pursues personal development opportunities to expand understanding of Robinson’s modes/services/products and technology

Customer Experience:

• Manages conflict and navigates difficult conversations with the customer, using tact and diplomacy
• Acts as an advocate for customers, internally conveying their customer-specific needs across the organization, to ensure proper alignment and prioritization of resources
• Targets and manages road map toward continuous improvement for their customers working directly with the account team to ensure exceptional service is delivered to C.H. Robinson customers
• Collaborates and actively communicates with partners on the capacity/product/supply team to identify strategic solutions for complex issues
• Engages internal leadership team members to ensure alignment, resource prioritization and participation in account strategy
• Partners with operations and capacity/product/supply teams to ensure optimal execution through the use of SOPs, best in class business processes, and mutually agreed upon customer KPI’s
• Partners with sales team to provide holistic plan for transition of customer accounts, define expectations and timelines, seek opportunities to leverage automation and set plans for execution
• Accountable to customer feedback, inclusive but not limited to NPS survey corrective response action planning

Financial Accountability and Process Efficiency:

• Proactive review of financial results, volume, and service performance reports and to monitor and drive account health 
• Identifies and implements solutions to champion process improvement and cost avoidance for customer
• Understands negotiated payment terms and ensures AR processes are adhered to
• Regularly reviews AR dashboard and ensures timely action is taken with customers

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• High School diploma or GED
• Minimum 4 years of experience in sales and/or account management
• Ability to travel up to 30% (domestically and internationally)

Preferred:

• Supply chain knowledge
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite of Programs
• Demonstrates and drives a data driven approach
• Demonstrated influencing, negotiation, collaboration, communication and presentation skills
• Proven track record of delivering measurable financial results through sales or account management solutions
• Values a diverse and inclusive work environment

We will review applications for this role on an ongoing basis and encourage all interested candidates to apply at their earliest convenience.

Compensation Range

The base pay range displayed on the job posting reflects the minimum and maximum base pay for this specific location.  Your individual base pay within this range is determined by job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base pay only and do not include additional variable compensation.

Questioning if you meet the mark? Studies have shown that some individuals may be less likely to apply unless they match the job description exactly. Here at C.H. Robinson, we’re building an inclusive workplace where all employees feel they belong. If this position excites you, we welcome you to apply whether you check all the preferred qualifications or just a few. You may just be our next great fit!

Equal Opportunity

C.H. Robinson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to a workplace and performance culture that reflects the strengths of our worldwide marketplace. We value unique experiences and diverse backgrounds of our people within our company, our business relationships, and our communities. We’re committed to providing an inclusive environment, free from harassment and discrimination, where all employees feel welcomed, valued and respected.

EOE\Disabled\Veteran 

Benefits

Your Health, Wealth and Self

Your total wellbeing is the foundation of our business, and our benefits support your financial, family and personal goals. We provide the top-tier benefits that matter to you most, including:

• Three medical plans which include

• • Prescription drug coverage

  • Enhanced Fertility benefits

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Health Savings Account (including employer contribution)

• Dental and Vision

• Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance

• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

• Paid observed holidays

• 2 paid floating holidays for U.S. hourly employees

• Flexible Time Off (FTO) offered to U.S. salaried employees — no accruals and no caps. Paid Time Off (PTO) offered to all other employees in the U.S. and Canada

• Paid parental leave

• Paid time off to volunteer in your community

• Charitable Giving Match Program

• 401(k) with 6% company matching

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

• Plus a broad range of career development, networking, and team-building opportunities

Learn more about our benefit offerings on our BENEFITS & WELLBEING page