MaerskSealand

Client Manager, Strategic Accounts

MaerskSealand • $180K — $220K *
Transportation
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8+ years in strategic account management or related roles
  • Proven track record in managing large customer relationships
  • Strong executive presence to engage senior stakeholders
  • Exceptional stakeholder management in global teams
  • Experience in developing growth strategies
  • Strong commercial acumen and customer-focused mindset
  • Background in logistics, supply chain, or related fields
  • Desirable experience with project logistics and warehousing solutions

Responsibilities

  • Own and implement strategic growth plans for enterprise customers
  • Develop and nurture relationships with key decision-makers
  • Identify and secure new business opportunities
  • Lead customer engagement and strategic business discussions
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create customer solutions
  • Drive customer satisfaction and long-term profitability
  • Advocate for customer interests within Maersk
  • Monitor market trends to discover growth opportunities

Benefits

  • International career opportunity with a global trade company
  • Daily interaction with passionate colleagues worldwide
  • Professional development through training and on-the-job learning
  • Collaborative, customer-focused work environment
  • Opportunity to build long-term partnerships that create impact
Full Job Description

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Client Manager, Strategic Accounts to lead one of Maersk’s most important customer relationships within a dynamic and globally connected environment.

 

In this role, you will serve as the primary commercial partner for a major strategic customer, developing long-term growth strategies, strengthening executive-level relationships, and identifying new opportunities across Maersk’s integrated logistics portfolio. You will work closely with cross-functional teams across commercial, operations, project logistics, warehousing, and product organizations to deliver value-driven solutions that support customer success and business growth.

 

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded professional who thrives in complex stakeholder environments and enjoys building trusted partnerships that create long-term impact. The role has significant visibility across global teams and requires strong collaboration across regions and functional groups. 

 

What We Offer

This is an exciting career opportunity to work in a truly international company that makes global trade happen. You will be interacting daily with passionate colleagues around the world, giving you the opportunity to develop your professional skills in a global environment. Through the training and support we provide and learning on the job, you will have the chance to truly take your career all the way. 

 

In addition, you will:

  • Manage a highly visible strategic account with global reach and executive exposure.

  • Partner with cross-functional experts across logistics, warehousing, transportation, and commercial teams.

  • Influence customer strategy and business growth through integrated logistics solutions.

  • Work in a collaborative, customer-focused environment that values innovation and long-term relationships.

Key Responsibilities

  • Own and execute the strategic growth plan for a large enterprise customer.

  • Develop and maintain trusted relationships with senior executives and key decision-makers.

  • Identify, qualify, and close new business opportunities across Maersk’s integrated logistics portfolio.

  • Lead customer engagement plans, strategic business reviews, and executive discussions.

  • Collaborate with commercial, operations, product, project logistics, and warehousing teams to deliver customer solutions.

  • Drive customer retention, satisfaction, and long-term profitability.

  • Act as the customer's advocate within Maersk while aligning internal stakeholders around shared objectives.

  • Monitor customer performance and market trends to proactively identify growth opportunities.

Who We Are Looking For

We recognize that experience comes in many forms. If you don’t meet every qualification, we still encourage you to apply. 

 

You may be a great fit if you have:

  • 8+ years of experience in strategic account management, enterprise sales, business development, or customer leadership roles.

  • Demonstrated success managing large, complex customer relationships with measurable commercial impact.

  • Strong executive presence and the ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders.

  • Exceptional stakeholder management skills across global and matrixed organizations.

  • Experience developing growth strategies and expanding customer portfolios.

  • Strong commercial acumen with a customer-centric mindset.

  • Experience within logistics, supply chain, transportation, project logistics, industrial, energy, infrastructure, or related sectors.

  • Exposure to project logistics and warehousing solutions is highly desirable.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $180,000 – $220,000*

*The stated pay range is the anticipated starting salary and may be adjusted based on market conditions, experience, and location. Final compensation will be discussed directly with the selected candidate(s) in compliance with all applicable laws.

Notice to applicants applying to positions in the United States: You must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.

About MaerskSealand

Maersk Sealand is a Danish shipping company that provides container shipping services. The company was founded in 1904 and is headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark. Maersk Sealand is a subsidiary of A.P. Moller-Maersk Group, a global conglomerate that operates in various industries including shipping, logistics, and energy. Maersk Sealand has a fleet of over 700 vessels and serves clients in various industries including retail, automotive, and healthcare.
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