C.H. Robinson seeks an Account Manager to drive growth and retention within a defined customer portfolio. In this role, you will identify opportunities, stimulate demand, and promote tailored solutions through adept relationship-building and top-tier service. As a primary point of contact, you'll ensure timely delivery of customer commitments, troubleshoot and resolve concerns, and proactively seek enhancements while harnessing C.H. Robinson's expertise to expand and retain the customer base. If you're armed with strategic insight and a passion for customer-centric service, this unique role is your calling. Ready to make your mark? Apply today and become part of our team.
This opportunity offers a hybrid work model based in Franklin, TN. Embrace the best of both worlds with a balance of remote and in-office collaboration, fostering a flexible and innovative work environment.
Responsibilities:
Establish and nurture relationships across various levels and departments within the account to penetrate and expand account reach
Conduct regular business reviews, utilizing internal analytics and market intelligence to gain customer insights, identify growth opportunities, and present strategic solutions
Collaborate internally and cross-functionally to sell to new brands and collaborate with sales teams to develop effective supply chain solutions, ensure customer satisfaction, and streamline processes from onboarding to execution using SOPs, KPIs, and automation
Engage in effective negotiation strategies regarding pricing and solutions, staying abreast of customer business changes for opportunity identification
Manage conflicts diplomatically, advocate for customer needs within the organization, and align resources for customer priorities
Develop and execute pricing strategies by leveraging insights into customer buying behaviors, C.H. Robinson's supply chain position, and utilizing internal tools and expertise from service line and pricing subject matter experts
Lead Request for Proposal (RFP) initiatives tailored to clients within the portfolio
Performs other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications:
High School diploma or GED
Minimum 2 years of previous sales and/or account management experience
Ability to travel up to 25% (domestically and internationally)
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to make data-driven decisions
Strong strategic orientation, relationship building, business acumen, negotiation skills and ability to influence
Ability to thrive under deadlines and work in a team environment, while also delivering independent results
Strong prioritization skills, multi-tasking skills, and works with a sense of urgency
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; must work effectively with all levels of management and employees
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite of programs
Values a diverse and inclusive work environment
Questioning if you meet the mark? Studies have shown that women and people of color may be less likely to apply unless they match the job description exactly. Here at C.H. Robinson, we’re building a diverse and 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 and Affirmative Action Employer
C.H. Robinson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We believe in equality for all and celebrate the diversity of our employees, customers and communities. We believe this increases creativity and innovation, drives business growth and enables engaged and thriving teams. We’re committed to providing an inclusive environment, free from harassment and discrimination, where all employees feel welcomed, valued and respected.
Affirmative Action Employer/EOE/M/F/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:
Two medical plans (including a High Deductible Health Plan)
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 and floating holidays
Paid time off (PTO)
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
Dig in to our full list of benefits on OUR CULTURE (https://jobs.chrobinson.com/culture) page.
Why Do You Belong at C.H. Robinson?
Standing out among the world’s largest logistics platforms, C.H. Robinson solves logistics problems for companies across the globe and across industries, from the simple to the most complex. For 100+ years, our global suite of services has innovated trade to seamlessly deliver the products and goods that drive the world’s economy. With 20 million shipments annually for 100,000 customers, and millions of dollars contributed to support causes that matter to us, our people and technology literally move the world.
As a FORTUNE 200 company, FORTUNE has also named C.H. Robinson one of the World’s Most Admired Companies 2023. Headquartered in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, we are proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work 2023 - 2024 by the Great Place to Work Institute. And we’re not stopping there… Join us as we collaborate, innovate, and work as one global team to make life better and more sustainable for our customers, communities, and world.