Operational Account Manager
About this role
DSV – Global Transport and Logistics
DSV encourages inclusivity and are committed to diversity in the workplace while welcoming applications from all qualified individuals including women, members of visible minorities, aboriginal persons, and persons with disabilities. Our goal is to provide an inclusive environment for all to succeed. We work with candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process to ensure that they have what they need to be at their best. Please reach out to Human Resources should you require accommodation during the recruitment process.
Location: CAN - Brampton, Intermodal Drive Job Posting Title: Operational Account Manager Time Type: Full Time
Compensation: Salary starting at $65,000, plus eligible benefits, in accordance with experience and internal equity
This posting is for an existing vacancy and not intended to create a talent pipeline
SUMMARY The Operations, Account Manager is responsible for managing and developing the assigned Accounts for the DSV Road team as well as meeting the objectives of growth and profitability across the organization. The primary purposes of this roles are take overall responsibility of assigned accounts between Montreal and Milton Office and to increase profitability on all areas of the designated accounts across North America, Including Internal accounts with DSV Air & Sea and DSV Solutions.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Analyze booking information from customers to determine and verify the service requirements Co-ordinates the flow of inbound and outbound freight while staying abreast of daily priorities and weekly transportation targets. Create Weekly, Monthly Quarterly & Annual Business review Power Point Presentations for the customer. Conduct Monthly Quarterly & Annual Business reviews with the customer to understand their trends. (in person or Virtual) Meet and exceed customer requirements at every stage of the order fulfillment process by assuming responsibility for total customer satisfaction. Being courteous and responsive in all interactions with clients. Ensures the timely resolution of customer inquiries, concerns, and problems. Develop SOPs for your assigned accounts and ensure cross-training of colleagues Effectively negotiate rates and terms with carriers and customers Effectively and efficiently responding to internal and external client’s inquiries; resolving any conflicts or problems that might arise Focus on servicing and building book business with DSV Air & Sea and establish a one stop-shop for all of their transportation needs. Build a Center of Excellence (CoE) for any transportation needs originating from Air & Sea Business, across North America (as required). Focus on communication and customer service. Work closely with Colleagues to plan and execute the requirements from customers, including but not limited to training and outsourcing functions to colleagues Assist as needed with pricing internal and external business (via the shared rates email) Communicate with carriers to monitor freight movement Milestones updates are entered in Real time in the TMS Monitor carriers who are unresponsive and inform dispatchers and supervisor of escalated issues Communicate any modifications to sales team to update clients Ensures that tracking meets established standards but will escalate for resolution as appropriate. Understand current industry market conditions. Communicate any carrier issues that might impact operations. Working knowledge of transportation cargo claims, transportation laws and risk management Keep the Operations Team and Sales updated on significant issues or trends.