Global Senior Manager- Key Account Management - Perishables

DP World; Dubai; On-site; AED 700,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

DP World seeks a Global Senior Manager for Key Account Management in Perishables. You will nurture top Agri-commodity clients worldwide, drive revenue, and lead a vertical growth engine.

The role requires deep logistics knowledge, exceptional relationship-building, and ability to manage large account portfolios across global tender opportunities. You will collaborate with solution designers and teams to optimize packing stations, terminals, and warehousing for perishables, with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. MBA or advanced degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Nurture and grow relationships with key Agri-commodity clients globally.
• Deliver revenue and profitability targets within budget.
• Build and manage account plans, invitations to tender, and cross-capability opportunities.
• Proactively manage 500 key accounts with structured plans and tools.
• Improve tender visibility and secure opportunities across all capabilities.

Skills

Key account management

Logistics

Negotiation

Communication

Presentation

CRM systems

Excel

Lean/continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business / logistics / supply chain

MBA or advanced degree preferred

Tools

CRM systems

Logistics software

Excel

Job description

Global Senior Manager- Key Account Management - Perishables

About Us

Trade is the lifeblood of the global economy, creating opportunities and improving the quality of life for people around the world. DP World exists to make the world’s trade flow better, changing what’s possible for the customers and communities we serve globally.

With a dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 115,000 employees from 160 nationalities, spanning 78 countries on six continents, DP World is pushing trade further and faster towards a seamless supply chain that’s fit for the future.

We’re rapidly transforming and integrating our businesses -- Ports and Terminals, Marine Services, Logistics and Technology – and uniting our global infrastructure with local expertise to create stronger, more efficient end-to-end supply chain solutions that can change the way the world trades.

What's more, we're reshaping the future by investing in innovation. From intelligent delivery systems to automated warehouse stacking, we’re at the cutting edge of disruptive technology, pushing the sector towards better ways to trade, minimizing disruptions from the factory floor to the customer’s door.

DP World is on a mission to transcend boundaries and bridge the gap between all nations and cultures – not just in what we do but also in how we behave.

We are dedicated to creating a culture where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential. We believe that embracing inclusion and diversity, drives innovation and growth and helps us connect people, businesses, and societies. Free minds and different perspectives are changing our world, and together we can change what’s possible.

WE MAKE TRADE FLOW

TO CHANGE WHAT'S POSSIBLE FOR EVERYONE.

Job Description

Job Purpose:

The Global Senior Manager, Key Account Management will be responsible for nurturing and growing relationships with our key Agri-commodity clients across the globe. This role is pivotal to our organisation's growth strategy, focusing on client retention, expansion, and delivering top-notch logistics solutions.

The successful candidate will be an expert in the logistics and agri-commodities industry, have a deep understanding of client needs, and possess exceptional relationship-building skills.

Key Accountabilities:

Deliver / exceed revenue and profitability targets set in budget

Build vertical-led growth engine:Proactively manage 500 key accounts using structured plans (Account plans, Bingo card, Spiderweb), secure invitations to all potential tender opportunities and participate in qualified opportunities across all capabilities in our toolbox

Secure & convert opportunities: Proactively manage global key accounts using structured plans (Account plans, Bingo card, Spiderweb), secure invitations to all potential tender opportunities and participate in qualified opportunities across all capabilities in our toolbox

Maximize wallet share and account profitability: Proactively manage 500 key accounts using structured plans (Account plans, Bingo card, Spiderweb), secure invitations to all potential tender opportunities and participate in qualified opportunities across all capabilities in our toolbox

Improve tender visibility: Secure visibility and invites to all possible tender opportunities across assigned accounts.

Qualifications, experience and Skills:

Bachelor’s degree in business, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. MBA or advanced degree preferred.

Insider knowledge and/or prior interaction with companies in the Agri-commodities industry.

Experience with freight and contract logistics for Agri-comodities: Inter Continental Exchange (ICE) storage (legal and insurance aspects), bulk and containerized landside and Ocean/Air/Inland/Road/Rail transport, Emergency Air Freight solutions

Prior exposure to Trade Finance and Market Access solutions

Interaction with solution designers and Property development teams, including the design of packing stations, bulk terminals, warehouses for Agri-commodities 10+ years of experience in logistics, supply chain management, or a related field.

Proven track record in global key account management, with demonstrated client retention and growth success.

Strong negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.

Exceptional problem-solving and analytical abilities.

Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities.

Proficiency in relevant software and tools (e.g., CRM systems, Excel, logistics software).

Willingness to travel as needed to meet with clients and attend industry events.

Experience with lean management principles and continuous improvement methodologies is preferred.

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DP World is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). We strongly believe that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success and we make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion or belief.

By submitting your resume and application information, you authorize DP World to transmit and store your information in the world-wide recruitment database, and to circulate that information as necessary for the purpose of evaluating your qualification for this or other job vacancies.

With a dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 111,000 employees from 159 nationalities, spanning 77 countries on six continents, DP World is pushing trade further and faster towards a seamless supply chain that’s fit for the future.

We’re rapidly transforming and integrating our businesses -- Ports and Terminals, Marine Services, Logistics and Technology – and uniting our global infrastructure with local expertise to create stronger, more efficient end-to-end supply chain solutions that can change the way the world trades.

What's more, we're reshaping the future by investing in innovation. From intelligent delivery systems to automated warehouse stacking, we’re at the cutting edge of disruptive technology, pushing the sector towards better ways to trade, minimising disruptions from the factory floor to the customer’s door.

DP World is on a mission to transcend boundaries and bridge the gap between all nations and cultures – not just in what we do but also in how we behave.

We are dedicated to creating a culture where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential. We believe that embracing inclusion and diversity, drives innovation and growth and helps us connect people, businesses, and societies. Free minds and different perspectives are changing our world, and together we can change what ’ s possible.