Key Account Manager

Posted 3 Days Ago
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Eden Prairie, MN, USA
In-Office
76K-158K Annually
Mid level
Logistics • Transportation • 3PL: Third Party Logistics
The Role
Manages strategic customer accounts within global forwarding, building relationships, expanding revenue, improving retention, leading business reviews and negotiations, managing RFPs and proposals, and coordinating cross-functional supply chain solutions. Monitors financial and service performance, resolves complex issues, advances CRM opportunities, and drives continuous improvement, automation, cost avoidance, and customer KPI achievement. The role requires up to 30% domestic and international travel and follows a hybrid schedule.
Summary Generated by Built In

C.H. Robinson is looking for a strategic and customer-focused Key Account Manager for our Global Forwarding division to drive growth, strengthen retention, and expand partnerships across a portfolio of key accounts. In this role, you will make a direct impact on the organization by identifying new business opportunities, delivering innovative supply chain solutions, and helping customers achieve their business goals while growing revenue and market share. You will serve as a trusted advisor, lead complex negotiations, collaborate across global teams, and champion continuous improvement to deliver exceptional customer outcomes. If you thrive in a fast-paced, relationship-driven environment and are passionate about creating value for customers, we encourage you to apply.

At C.H. Robinson, we’re firm believers in the power of in-person collaboration to fuel innovation and propel success. In this role, you will engage with peers on-site two days a week, igniting creativity and driving impactful results. With the flexibility for remote work three days a week, this role strikes the perfect balance between teamwork and autonomy.

Responsibilities:

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

  • Build and expand trusted relationships with key stakeholders across customers’ supply chain organizations

  • Develop and execute account strategies that grow market share, strengthen retention, and advance qualified opportunities through the CRM pipeline

  • Lead strategic business reviews using customer data, performance trends, and market intelligence to uncover growth opportunities and recommend impactful solutions

  • Partner with subject matter experts and cross-functional teams to design integrated supply chain, technology, analytics, and service solutions

  • Lead complex pricing discussions and negotiations with management- and director-level customer stakeholders

  • Manage RFPs, proposals, awards, pricing strategies, and account transitions based on customer priorities and buying behaviors

  • Advocate for customers across the organization, align internal resources, navigate challenging conversations, and drive timely resolution of complex issues

  • Collaborate with operations, sales, capacity, product, and supply teams to establish effective processes, optimize execution, and deliver against customer KPIs

  • Monitor financial results, volume, service performance, accounts receivable, and customer feedback to protect account health and drive corrective action

  • Champion continuous improvement, automation, cost avoidance, and innovative solutions that enhance customer outcomes and operational efficiency

Required Qualifications:
  • 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 Qualifications:
  • 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

$75,700.00 - $158,340.00

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

Skills 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
  • Supply chain knowledge
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Data-driven approach
  • 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

C.H. Robinson Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about C.H. Robinson and has not been reviewed or approved by C.H. Robinson.

  • Healthcare Strength Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and mental health coverage is offered alongside FSAs and employer HSA contributions. Feedback suggests health coverage is often viewed as strong and supportive of wellbeing.
  • Retirement Support A 401(k) with a dollar-for-dollar company match and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan strengthen long-term financial security. Additional offerings like performance bonuses and charitable matching further bolster the package.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, volunteer time, and role-based FTO/PTO structures provide multiple avenues for rest and flexibility. Feedback suggests generous PTO and work-from-home options are valued by many employees.

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The Company
HQ: Eden Prairie, MN
17,478 Employees
Year Founded: 1905

What We Do

C.H. Robinson solves logistics problems for companies across the globe and across industries, from the simple to the most complex. With nearly $21 billion in freight under management and 19 million shipments annually, we are one of the world’s largest logistics platforms. Our global suite of services accelerates trade to seamlessly deliver the products and goods that drive the world’s economy. With the combination of our multi-modal transportation management system and expertise, we use our information advantage to deliver smarter solutions for our more than 105,000 customers and 73,000 contract carriers. Our technology is built by and for supply chain experts to bring faster, more meaningful improvements to our customers’ businesses. As a responsible global citizen, we are also proud to contribute millions of dollars to support causes that matter to our company, our Foundation and our employees.

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