Account Manager

WEST COAST TRANS ALLIANCE

Account Manager

Elk Grove Village, IL +1 location
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k)

    401(k) matching

    Competitive salary

    Dental insurance

    Health insurance

    Paid time off

    Vision insurance

    Account Manager

    West Coast Trans Alliance

    Full-Time

    About the Role:

    West Coast Trans Alliance is in search of a detail-oriented and proactive Account Manager to join our dynamic team. This role involves comprehensive management and onboarding of client portfolios and daily operational tasks. The Account Manager will be the primary contact for all matters pertaining to their assigned clients, proactively identifying and addressing client requirements, coordinating internal efforts to meet client timelines, and contributing to the overall success of our clients' endeavors. The Account Manager will also focus on acquiring new clients through cold calls, emails and visiting prospective customers.

    Responsibilities:

    Communicate clearly and effectively with clients and transportation partners.

    Track, document and manage shipments throughout their entire life cycle.

    Proactively update customers on shipment status and provide needed documentation as soon as it becomes available.

    Perform profit and cost analysis for your accounts / customers. This entails setting up service reports for your customers.

    Analyze routes and means of transportation, negotiate fees, and coordinate with your team.

    Build good working relationships with customers and internal team members.

    Adhere to all needs and/or special requests and/or SOP's specific to each account.

    Coordinate with carriers throughout the shipping process to ensure proper delivery and level of service.

    Be prepared to take on new tasks and responsibilities as needed.

    Collecting and analyzing data concerning transportation trends to understand changing needs

    Who We're Looking For:

    An individual with exceptional organizational skills capable of juggling multiple tasks.

    Excellent communicator with a focus on providing best in class customer service.

    Someone who is comfortable with computers and willing to learn new systems.

    A team player who is ready to jump in and help where needed.

    A quick learner who can thrive and adapt in a dynamic, high-energy environment.

    QUALIFICATIONS:

    High School Diploma or Equivalent

    2-3 years logistics experience required

    The ideal candidate will have a background in sales and operations

    Ability to communicate thoroughly and professionally with all internal/external parties

    Ability to be highly organized/detail-oriented

    Ability to multitask, problem solve and function in a fast-paced environment

    Proficiency in Microsoft Office and TMS system.

    BENEFITS

    Health, Dental, and Vision

    401k Company Match

    Paid Holidays

    Paid Time Off (PTO)

  • Locations
    Long Beach, CA • Elk Grove Village, IL