Key Account Manager

Peek Talent; Australia; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Commission structure

Career growth

Dynamic environment

Top customers

Training resources

Job summary

Peek Talent Ltd is currently engaged to source a Key Account Manager for an International Freight Forwarder based near the CBD in Victoria. You will manage and grow key client accounts, developing strong relationships and delivering best-in-class logistics solutions.

The role is full-time and permanent, offering a competitive salary, career progression, and a dynamic, supportive work environment with access to training and top customers across industries.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in account management or sales.
• Proven track record of managing and growing key accounts.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Australian citizenship or permanent residency.

Responsibilities

• Place freight with shipping lines & overseas agents.
• Search market for best rates, space & transit times.
• Coordinate with customer service on delays to ETAs.
• Liaise with transport companies on tariffs and quotes.
• Engage clients and prospects; convert enquiries to business.
• Quoting and following up quotes uploaded in Salesforce.
• Update Salesforce CRM with quotes and sales activity.
• Ensure Track & Tracing is in place for clients.

Skills

Account management

Negotiation

Communication

Time management

Multitasking

MS Office

Cargowise

Australian citizenship

Tools

Salesforce

Cargowise

Job description

Peek Talent Ltd has been exclusively engaged to source and vet a Key Account Manager for an International Freight Forwarder. Our client has recently been awarded as one of Australia's "best places to work" and boasts stunning offices with bright open spaces. The average tenure for its employees is 5 years. It has a track record of providing professional development and clearly defined career pathways.

Job Overview:

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Key Account Manager to join our dynamic team. As a Key Account Manager, you will be responsible for managing and growing our key client accounts. You will work closely with our clients to understand their needs and provide them with the best logistics solutions. This is a full-time, permanent position based close to the CBD.

Key Responsibilities:

• Place freight with shipping lines & overseas agents
• Search market for best available rates, space & transit times.
• Work with customer service team to ensure clients are informed of delays to ETAs and managed accordingly.
• Liaise with transport companies on tariffs and one-off quotations.
• Liaise with clients & potential new prospects, convert enquiries into business.
• Quoting and following up all quotes to be uploaded and maintained in Salesforce.
• Update Salesforce CRM with quotes and sales activity.
• Ensuring Track & Tracing is in place for clients.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in account management or sales
• Proven track record of managing and growing key accounts
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in MS Office and Cargowise software
• Australian citizenship or permanent residency

Reasons to apply?

• Competitive salary and commission structure
• Opportunity for career growth and development
• Dynamic and supportive work environment
• Work with top customers in various industries
• Access to training and resources to enhance your skills

If you are a driven and results-oriented individual with a passion for building relationships and delivering exceptional service.