Account Manager International

Sunset Transportation, Inc.; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly incentives

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K with company match

Paid vacation

Floating holidays

Personal/sick time

Award-winning culture

Sunset University

Job summary

Sunset Transportation, Inc. is seeking an International Account Manager to act as the primary contact for a portfolio of customers, ensuring seamless international logistics execution and exceptional service.

You will manage day-to-day operations, coordinate with internal teams and partners, and nurture long-term relationships to support growth and retention. You will engage in margins growth through upselling logistics solutions, and you will collaborate with carriers and vendors to meet

Qualifications

• Experience in freight brokerage, specifically truckload and LTL.
• Proven success in building and growing customer accounts.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Effective negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Business acumen and customer service experience.
• Strong salesmanship and presentation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of assigned international accounts from order entry through invoicing.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships and provide logistics solutions.
• Coordinate load tenders via API, EDI, Genesis, Email, and FreightLogik with compliance.
• Serve as liaison between customers, vendors, carriers, and internal departments.
• Monitor shipment activity, resolve service disruptions, and address supply chain challenges.
• Analyze customer performance, conduct business reviews, identify improvements and efficiency gains.
• Drive margin growth through upselling and cross-selling logistics solutions.

Skills

Freight brokerage experience

Account growth

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Customer service

Salesmanship

Job description

About the Role

As an International Account Manager, you will serve as the primary point of contact for a portfolio of customers, ensuring the seamless execution of international logistics services while delivering exceptional customer experiences. You will manage day-to-day account operations, coordinate with internal teams and external partners, and develop long-term customer relationships that support growth and retention. Success in this role requires strong communication skills, operational expertise, problem‑solving abilities, and a commitment to exceeding customer expectations in a fast‑paced global logistics environment.

Job Description

About the Role

As an International Account Manager, you will serve as the primary point of contact for a portfolio of customers, ensuring the seamless execution of international logistics services while delivering exceptional customer experiences. You will manage day‑to‑day account operations, coordinate with internal teams and external partners, and develop long-term customer relationships that support growth and retention. Success in this role requires strong communication skills, operational expertise, problem‑solving abilities, and a commitment to exceeding customer expectations in a fast‑paced global logistics environment.

What You’ll Do

• Manage the daily operations of assigned international accounts from order entry through invoicing, ensuring accuracy, service excellence, and timely execution.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships by understanding business needs and providing logistics solutions that support supply chain success.
• Coordinate load tenders through multiple channels including API, EDI, Genesis, Email, and FreightLogik while ensuring compliance with customer requirements.
• Act as the primary liaison between customers, vendors, carriers, and internal departments to ensure clear communication and effective collaboration.
• Monitor shipment activity, proactively resolve service disruptions, and provide timely solutions to transportation, documentation, or supply chain challenges.
• Analyze customer performance metrics, conduct business reviews, and identify opportunities to improve service levels, increase efficiency, and grow account profitability.
• Drive margin growth through upselling and cross‑selling logistics solutions while consistently working toward individual and company performance goals.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in freight brokerage, specifically truckload and LTL.
• Proven success in building and growing customer accounts
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills
• Effective negotiation and conflict resolution skills
• Business acumen and customer service experience
• Strong salesmanship and presentation abilities

What We Offer

• A competitive salary with monthly incentives to reward your hard work
• A Benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision coverage
• 401K with a company match, ensuring your future is secure
• Paid vacation, floating holidays, and personal/sick time
• An award‑winning company culture to help you grow, both personally and professionally
• Whether you want to join one of our many committees, nominate one of your peers for a Sunset Way Award, or learn a new skill at Sunset University , your opportunities are endless!

Who We Are

At Sunset Transportation, we are more than just a logistics company—we are a community that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe in building a team that reflects the world we live in, embracing all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Our commitment to these principles fosters a supportive environment where everyone has a voice, and every idea counts.

As a Recognized Leader In Third‑party Logistics (3PL) With Over 30 Years Of Experience, We Are Dedicated To Improving Supply Chain Efficiencies Through Cutting‑edge Technology And Exceptional People. Our Core Values— Accountability, Flexibility, Loyalty, Responsiveness, And Relationships —are The Foundation Of Our Success And Have Earned Us Numerous Accolades, Including

• G75 Green Supply Chain Partners - Inbound Logistics
• Top 3PL and Cold Storage Provider - Food Logistics
• Top Workplaces – STL Post Dispatch
• #10 Top Logistics Company – Transport Topics
• Most Trustworthy Companies – Newsweek (Armada)
• #3 Top 3PL Provider – Inbound Logistics

If you’re passionate about logistics, thrive in a collaborative, fast‑paced environment, and want to be part of a team that values your unique contributions, we want to hear from you. Join us, and let’s make logistics better—together.