Vice President of Strategic Customer Accounts

Nolan Transportation Group LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary + bonus

Paid time off

Health insurance

401(k) with company matching

Parental leave

Job summary

Nolan Transportation Group LLC in Chicago is seeking a Vice President of Strategic Customer Accounts to own the long-term success of our largest enterprise clients. You will cultivate executive relationships, guide strategic account plans, and ensure measurable business outcomes through our transportation and supply chain solutions.

This farmer-oriented enterprise role focuses on maximizing lifetime value via strategic relationships, consultative selling, and organic growth, while coordinating

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in related field.
• 7+ years of enterprise sales, strategic account management, or business development in Transportation or 3PL Logistics.
• Proven ability to grow existing accounts through consultative selling and executive relationship development.
• Experience negotiating complex commercial agreements and multi-year contracts.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the executive owner for a portfolio of enterprise customers and develop multi-year strategic plans.
• Drive customer retention and expand wallet share across transportation modes, managed services, technology, and supply chain solutions.
• Develop trusted relationships with executive stakeholders across Supply Chain, Procurement, Operations, Finance, IT, and the C‑Suite.
• Lead commercial discussions including pricing, contract renewals, amendments, and long-term partnership agreements.
• Collaborate with internal subject matter experts to develop customized transportation and supply chain solutions.
• Act as the executive quarterback coordinating Sales, Operations, Procurement, Technology, Finance, and Implementation teams.

Skills

Executive presence

Strategic thinking

Cross-functional leadership

Consultative selling

Relationship development

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent

Job description

The Vice President of Strategic Customer Accounts is responsible for the long-term commercial success of the organization's largest and most strategic enterprise customers. Serving as the executive owner of assigned accounts, this role is responsible for developing trusted executive relationships, driving customer retention, expanding wallet share, and ensuring customers achieve measurable business outcomes through the organization's transportation and supply chain solutions. This is a farmer-oriented enterprise sales role focused on maximizing customer lifetime value through strategic relationship management, consultative selling, and organic growth. The role does not own day-to-day operational execution. Instead, they leverage cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional customer experiences while remaining focused on executive engagement, commercial strategy, and profitable growth. The Vice President of Strategic Customer Accounts serves as the CEO of the customer relationship, balancing customer success with company profitability while positioning the organization as a long-term strategic partner.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Customer Leadership

Serve as the executive owner for a portfolio of enterprise customers. Develop and execute multi-year strategic account plans aligned with customer business objectives (externally) and forecasts or financial planning (internally) Build a deep understanding of each customer's supply chain, industry, competitive landscape, and growth strategy. Maintain executive ownership of the commercial health and long-term value of each customer relationship and report to Executive Leadership on account performance

Customer Retention & Growth

Drive industry-leading customer retention through proactive relationship management and value creation. Identify and execute opportunities to expand wallet share across transportation modes, managed services, technology, and supply chain solutions. Develop expansion strategies across business units, operating divisions, and geographic markets. Build and maintain a pipeline of organic growth opportunities within assigned accounts. Partner with Center of Excellence and Solution Specialists when new opportunities require additional expertise.

Executive Relationship Management

Develop trusted relationships with executive stakeholders across Supply Chain, Procurement, Operations, Finance, IT, and the C‑Suite. Serve as the primary executive contact for strategic customer initiatives. Participate in Quarterly and Executive Business Reviews focused on business outcomes, innovation, performance, and future opportunities. Expand executive sponsorship throughout both organizations.

Commercial Leadership

Lead commercial discussions including pricing strategy, contract renewals, amendments, and long-term partnership agreements. Protect account profitability while delivering measurable customer value. Develop business cases and ROI analyses supporting customer investments and solution expansion. Forecast revenue, margin, and growth opportunities within assigned accounts.

Strategic Solution Development

Collaborate with internal subject matter experts to develop customized transportation and supply chain solutions. Introduce new capabilities that improve customer performance and strengthen long-term partnerships. Translate customer business objectives into scalable logistics strategies. Champion innovation that differentiates the organization and creates competitive advantage.

Internal Leadership & Customer Advocacy

Act as the executive quarterback across Sales, Operations, Procurement, Technology, Finance, and Implementation teams. Align internal resources around strategic customer priorities. Advocate for customer needs while balancing enterprise profitability and operational capabilities. Remove organizational barriers that impact customer success and long-term growth.

**MAY PERFORM OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED**

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent.
• 7+ years of enterprise sales, strategic account management, or business development experience in Transportation or 3PL Logistics.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Demonstrated success managing Fortune 500 or large enterprise customer relationships.
• Proven ability to grow existing accounts through consultative selling and executive relationship development.
• Truckload Market Lane level expertise in pricing review Experience negotiating complex commercial agreements and multi-year contracts.
• Executive presence and communication skills.
• Strategic thinking and business acumen.
• Consultative and value-based selling.
• Relationship development and influence.
• Commercial negotiation.
• Financial and operational business understanding.
• Cross-functional leadership.
• Customer advocacy.
• Problem-solving and decision-making.

OUR BENEFITS

• Competitive base salary (starting at $75k) + bonus potential
• Paid time off
• Paid health days
• Company paid Holidays and Floating Holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Competitive Benefit Package, including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Pet insurance!
• 401(k) with Company Matching
• Casual dress code
• Access to professional development resources such as LinkedIn Learning
• Build relationships and take part in learning opportunities through our Employee Resource Groups
• Mental health aid through our Employee Assistance program (EAP)
• Get paid to work with your friends through our Referral Program!

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Standard office environment, usually indoors away from the elements with moderate noise. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL EFFORT

Maintain a stationary position for extended periods; move about the office, operate computers and files, as needed; and frequently communicate with others. The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. Occasionally, the employee is required to lift boxes up to 20 pounds.

SCHEDULING

This is a full-time benefits-eligible position, working Monday through Friday; 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. An employee in this position must be available to work occasionally on weekends and evenings, during peak periods.

TRAVEL

Local travel is required. Out-of-state travel is limited but may be required for special training/conferences.

EEOC/ADA STATEMENT: We are an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, veteran, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law. In an effort to recruit, develop and retain top talent, we are committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in all personnel practices to ensure equal opportunity for employment, promotion, and training for a more inclusive workforce.