Strategic Account Manager

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28 Locations
In-Office or Remote
Senior level
Logistics • Transportation • 3PL: Third Party Logistics
The Role
Manages strategic client relationships, financial performance, service delivery, retention, and upsell opportunities for assigned transportation and supply chain accounts. Identifies freight optimization opportunities, leads cross-functional collaboration, provides transportation rate and analytical support, and guides client service teams. Requires strong executive communication, relationship-building, analytical, presentation, and transportation-industry expertise. Domestic travel of up to 40% is required.
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COMPANY STATEMENT:

As the e-commerce trends continue to evolve, Transportation Insight has strategically positioned itself in the industry with top talent that boasts strategic involvement in the continued evolution of the small package/parcel and freight marketplace. In addition to our knowledge, we have built out the technology to help companies (shippers) unlock the power of their supply chain.

Transportation Insight is recognized as a premier employer regionally and nationally because of our reputation, workplace culture and growth opportunities. At the core of our culture, team members are motivated to improve our clients, our communities and ourselves every day.

JOB PURPOSE:

The Strategic Account Manager (SAM) leads the Client Experience and Delivery of Service between Transportation Insight and their assigned clients. Serving as the Internal Voice of the Customer, the SAM acts as the driving force to ensure the clients business needs are met within the terms and conditions of the commercial agreement – with an ultimate the outcome being client retention.

CRITICAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

  • Manage and maintain the financial results of the client P&L.
  • Pioneer the communication throughout the organization, including introduction and collaboration with cross-functional business partners within the business to achieve targeted strategic objectives and milestones as defined by the scope of each client’s commercial agreement.
  • Manage client relationship strategy across assigned book of business to drive internal and external communication that continues to advance (or expand) a three wide, three deep rich relationship.
  • Identify opportunities for upsell business that are not included in the current scope of the client(s) commercial agreement and lead internal strategy on how to best position with the client.
  • Identify freight and supply chain optimization opportunities (e.g., consolidation, mode optimization, network redesign, continuous improvement opportunities, M&A support, etc.) that advance the clients strategic market position.
  • Act as the Subject Matter Expert on the suite of TI service offerings, leveraging industry expertise and supply chain experience to bring valuable insight and thought leadership to a variety of complex supply chain scenarios with clients.
  • The SAM may also work collaboratively with a team of tactically focused support staff to include leading and coaching.

SUPPORTING DUTIES TO THE CRITICAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

  • Own the published communications (reports, internal meetings, and business alignment meetings) to highlight the progress in relation to the defined goals of the assigned clients.
  • Provide strategic direction to assigned client services support staff that aligns their day-to-day priorities with the objectives and outcomes of the commercial agreement.
  • Lead the delegation and successful completion of tactical responsibilities such as carrier vetting, remediation of day-to-day issues, invoicing, etc. with appropriate supporting cross-functional business partners.
  • Provide transportation rate support for domestic (US/Canada) bids.
  • Assist with ad-hoc analysis to include transit time analysis and mode comparison analysis.
  • Provide recommendations to address coverage-deficient freight lanes.
  • Provide trending and root cause analysis to develop recommendations that serve as catalyst for continuous improvement for the client in regards to cost and efficiency, while remaining aligned with the operational requirements/needs of the client.

IDEAL CANDIDATE MAY POSSESS:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or similar field.
  • 5 years of large client experience.
  • 5 years minimum experience with the Transportation Industry.
  • Up to 40% domestic travel (client site visits)
  • Proven experience building client relationships.
  • Ability to partner with and communicate effectively at all levels of the client – including VP/C-suite.
  • Ability to effectively plan and possess strong analytical skills.
  • Excellent written, oral and presentation skills.
  • Eagerly accept new challenges.
  • Self-managed and motivated.

We provide competitive benefits that matter to you most, including:

  • Competitive compensation package plus eligibility for associate bonus plan
  • Paid and floating holidays
  • Paid health days
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • Paid parental leave
  • Diverse Benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Pet insurance, and 401(k) with Company Matching
  • Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
  • Short-term and Long-term Disability
  • Mental health aid through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Build relationships and take part in learning opportunities through our Employee Resource Groups
  • Great people know great people, all employees are eligible for our Referral Program!

EEOC/ADA STATEMENT:

We are an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, veteran, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law. In an effort to recruit, develop and retain top talent, we are committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in all personnel practices to ensure equal opportunity for employment, promotion, and training for a more inclusive workforce.

RECRUITMENT SCAM NOTICE:

Transportation Insight/Nolan Transportation Group is aware of scams involving fake job interviews and offers. Our hiring process includes a formal interview with a member of our recruitment team. We do not conduct interviews exclusively through text or instant messaging platforms. TI/NTG does not require candidates to pay for training, equipment, or any other fees as a condition of employment. Any request for payment is a scam. Official communication from our recruitment team about your application will only come from emails ending in ‘@ntgfreight.com’ or from ‘[email protected].' 

Skills Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a similar field
  • At least 5 years of experience managing large clients
  • At least 5 years of transportation industry experience
  • Ability to travel domestically up to 40%
  • Proven experience building client relationships
  • Ability to communicate effectively with client stakeholders at all levels, including VP and C-suite
  • Strong planning and analytical skills
  • Excellent written, oral, and presentation skills
  • Self-management and motivation
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The Company
HQ: Atlanta, NC
831 Employees
Year Founded: 2000

What We Do

Transportation Insight Holding Company (TI) is the combination of industry-leading logistics providers Transportation Insight and Nolan Transportation Group (NTG). TI brings over two decades of multi-modal expertise and technology to the logistics industry and ranks amongst North America’s top 10 largest logistics companies. TI services more than 14,000 shippers and over 80,000 carriers through its proprietary Beon™ digital logistics platform – a single point of access to TI’s mode-agnostic network and services from port-to-porch. The TI services and digital product portfolio spans across North America, offering domestic freight and parcel transportation solutions, warehousing, data intelligence, and supply chain consulting. Visit our website to learn more about our capabilities, solutions, and career opportunities at www.transportationinsight.com. For more information about TI Holding Company, visit www.TIholdco.com.

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