GXO LogisticsGL

Director, Account Management

GXO Logistics, Inc. is an American global contract logistics company that manages outsourced supply chains and warehousing for blue-chip customers. They are a world leader in providing cutting-edge logistics solutions, focusing on moving goods through supply chains with critical efficiency and reliability.

GXO Logistics

Employee count: 5000+

United States only

Logistics at full potential.

At GXO, we’re constantly looking for talented individuals at all levels who can deliver the caliber of service our company requires. You know that a positive work environment creates happy employees, which boosts productivity and dedication. On our team, you’ll have the support to excel at work and the resources to build a career you can be proud of.

Logistics at full potential.

Are you ready to take your career to the next level with a rapidly expanding global company? As the Director of Account Management, you will manage the customer experience within the company, as well as lead complex solutions that deliver value. Become a part of our dynamic team and we'll help you develop to a level that will exceed your expectations.

Pay, benefits and more.

We are eager to attract the best, so we offer competitive compensation and a generous benefits package, including full health insurance (medical, dental and vision), 401(k), life insurance, disability and the opportunity to participate in a company incentive plan.

What you’ll do on a typical day:

  • Establish a strategic direction for achieving account penetration and delivering plans
  • Cultivate new opportunities with customers to diversify and expand our core business
  • Utilize a Voice of Customer (VoC) methodology to manage the customer experience within the company
  • Maintain accountability for growth while ensuring that GXO exceeds customers’ SLAs and expectations
  • Drive value-creating insights, recommendations and solutions to ensure long-term viable relationships are nurtured and sustained
  • Provide leadership in project management, process control, quality initiatives, RFP response, creating Statements of Work (SOW), etc.
  • Partner with internal teams including Sales, IT, Procurement, Solutions, Engineering & Real Estate on RFP/RFQ response processes, from review to scope discovery to solution design, delivery and operations and commercial execution
  • Lead negotiations and develop relationships to navigate both internal and external initiatives
  • Stay current on customer’s business strategy, trends and supply chain industry trends and communicate to key stakeholders in the organization

What you need to succeed at GXO:

At a minimum, you’ll need:

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent related work or military experience
  • 7 years of progressive experience in supply chain management
  • Experience in project management, process control, quality initiatives (ISO/ACE/6S), distribution/warehousing, production planning, statistical analysis, pricing, RFP response and SOW creation
  • Proven logistics industry/supply chain management knowledge with competency in aerospace, automotive and government

It’d be great if you also have:

  • 10 years of progressive experience in supply chain management
  • Superior customer relationship management experience and skills
  • Strong financial acumen and experience with reviewing/drafting contracts, contract renewals, work orders and related documents an ensuring adherence to contractual obligations
  • Proven leadership and collaboration skills with the ability to effectively supervise, coach and influence employees
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to present clean, organized and thorough information and data appropriate for intended audience
  • Solid project and time management skills with the ability to multitask and handle customer expectations

We engineer faster, smarter, leaner supply chains.

GXO is a leading provider of cutting-edge supply chain solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team – energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make GXO a great place to work.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran or other protected status.

GXO adheres to CDC, OSHA and state and local requirements regarding COVID safety. All employees and visitors are expected to comply with GXO policies which are in place to safeguard our employees and customers.

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test.

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

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About GXO Logistics

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At GXO Logistics, the core of our operations and success is deeply rooted in a culture of full potential and a steadfast commitment to our values: Be Safe, Be Inclusive, Make an Impact, Change the Game, and Deliver Results. We believe that innovative solutions in the complex world of logistics stem from diverse perspectives. Therefore, we are dedicated to fostering a respectful, ethical, and collaborative workplace where every employee feels they belong and is empowered to thrive. Our commitment to our people is paramount, and we invest significantly in their growth and development. This is reflected in initiatives like our 'Grow at GXO' program, which supports frontline workers aspiring to advance into higher-paying positions with more responsibility, and the extensive 1.2 million hours of learning and development training provided in 2022 alone. We understand that a supportive environment extends to an employee's entire well-being, which is why we offer progressive family benefits and focus on creating a safe and healthy workplace.

Our mission is to engineer faster, leaner, and smarter supply chains for the world's leading companies. We achieve this by embracing advanced automation, data science, and intelligent robotics to tackle our customers' most complex logistics requirements and challenges. This dedication to technological advancement not only drives efficiency and accuracy but also creates a more engaging and safer work environment for our team members. We are passionate about making a positive impact – for our people, our partners, and the planet. This includes a strong focus on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles, with ambitious goals to reduce our environmental footprint through initiatives like increasing the use of LED lighting, improving landfill diversion rates, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and moving towards renewable energy and carbon neutrality. At GXO, we are not just moving goods; we are creating game-changing opportunities and delivering logistics at its full potential, driven by a culture that values safety, inclusivity, impact, innovation, and results.

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Annual incentive bonus plan

For management.

Flexible working hours

Flex Time is available.

Payroll loans

Payroll loans available.

401(k) plan

GXO offers a 401(k) plan.

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