Crane Worldwide Logistics

Global Account Director

Crane Worldwide Logistics$100K — $145K *
Business Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • 7+ years experience in sales/account management or operations in freight forwarding, logistics, or transportation
  • 5+ years of management experience
  • Experience with CRM systems
  • Ability to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain business relationships with clients
  • Conduct account mapping and align regional/global teams
  • Prepare and run quarterly business reviews (QBRs)
  • Ensure office compliance with standard operating procedures (SOPs)
  • Monitor performance and reporting from the team
  • Conduct regular market analysis to stay informed
  • Lead collaborative efforts to improve process and deliver value

Benefits

  • Quarterly Incentive Plan
  • 136 hours of Paid Time Off each year
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
  • Tuition Reimbursement for job-related education
  • Employee Referral Bonuses
  • Recognition and Rewards Program for employees
  • Paid Volunteer Time for community support
  • Discounts for employees
  • Wellness Incentives up to $100 annually for participation in challenges
Full Job Description
Essential Job Functions

  • A client-facing role that develops the business relationship
  • Account mapping, business unit breakdown (touchpoints to align regional/global team)
  • Run QBRs & ensure they are adequately prepared for
  • Ensure each Crane Worldwide office servicing the account understands the SOPs and executes accordingly
  • Report Monitoring, Analysis, and Distribution (responsible/accountable)
  • Conduct Performance management for reporting team
  • Regular Market Analysis and Industry Awareness to maintain knowledge
  • Drive collaborative efforts internally by supporting and sharing best practices in the following key areas:
    • Client Reviews
    • Strategic Business Plan
    • Value-add Programs
    • Process Improvements
    • Tender Management
    • Technology Solutions
  • Lead and review impact and coverage to identify service and opportunity gaps.
  • Direct account monitoring activities by the team to ensure timely payment and collection
  • Create and implement business development plans with short-term and long-term business objectives to be achieved globally.
  • Other duties as assigned


Skills & Competencies

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong leadership skills
  • Excellent presentation and interpersonal skills
  • Thorough knowledge of transportation industry logistics and freight forwarding
  • Thorough knowledge of successful sales techniques
  • Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office suite
  • Detail-oriented, able to multitask and meet deadlines
  • Self-motivated, able to work in a team and independently
  • Good analytical and program management skills; ability to define, develop and document business processes and procedures
  • Vital customer service, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills
  • Internal/external sales skills
  • Troubleshooting and problem-resolution skills


Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Minimum of 7 years of related experience in sales or account management or operations experience in freight forwarding, logistics, or transportation
  • Minimum of 5 years of management experience
  • Experience with CRM systems


Minimum Requirements

  • Must be eligible to work in the United States for any company in an ongoing capacity without company sponsorship
  • Must be able to perform the physical requirements of the position


California required disclosure: Salary range for this position is between USD 100,000 - 145,000 annually.

  • Quarterly Incentive Plan
  • 136 hours of Paid Time Off which equals 17 days for the year, that can be used for Sick Time or for Personal Use
  • Excellent Medical, Dental and Vision benefits
  • Tuition Reimbursement for education related to your job
  • Employee Referral Bonuses
  • Employee Recognition and Rewards Program
  • Paid Volunteer Time to support a cause that is close to your heart and contributes to our communities
  • Employee Discounts
  • Wellness Incentives that can go up to $100 per year for completing challenges, in addition to a discount on contribution rates


Come join the leader in logistics and take your career in the right direction.

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

About Crane Worldwide Logistics

Crane Worldwide Logistics is a global logistics company that provides customized supply chain solutions to various industries. The company offers air freight, ocean freight, customs brokerage, warehousing and distribution, and other logistics services. Crane Worldwide Logistics operates in more than 120 locations across 30 countries. The company was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
Learn more about Crane Worldwide Logistics
Size
2,500 employees
Industry
Founded
2008

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