Senior Strategic Global Logistics Account Manager

Switch Recruit; Gauteng; Presencial; ZAR 900 000 - 1 200 000; Tempo integral

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Our client, a leading and global logistics and freight forwarding organisation, is seeking a seasoned individual to drive regional or national growth, strengthen customer relationships and lead high-performing teams.

This role is ideal for someone who combines strong operational knowledge with a passion for growing an established client portfolio.

Duties:

• Drive regional or national revenue growth through new business development and existing client expansion.
• Actively manage and grow a personal book of business while identifying new commercial opportunities.
• Develop and implement sales strategies aligned with organisational objectives.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, suppliers and industry stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities to deliver integrated, multimodal supply chain solutions.
• Lead, motivate and develop teams to achieve performance targets.
• Monitor business performance, analyse trends and use data to support strategic decision-making.
• Ensure exceptional customer service and proactively resolve operational or commercial challenges.
• Contribute to long-term business growth, profitability and market positioning.

Requirements:

• Minimum 7 - 10 years’ experience in freight forwarding, customs clearing, contract logistics, cross-border road freight and exports into Africa (non-negotiable).
• Strong understanding of multimodal logistics and advanced international trade principles.
• Proven experience in sales, business development, marketing or customer-centric commercial roles.
• Demonstrated ability to grow revenue, develop new opportunities and manage an existing book of business.
• Experience working with complex supply chain environments and delivering tailored logistics solutions.