Strategic Account Specialist
About this role
POSITION OVERVIEW | |||
We are seeking a motivated, results-driven Strategic Account Specialist to drive growth within our division. This hybrid role blends new business development, strategic account management, and cross-functional collaboration across all service lines—including freight forwarding, customs brokerage, drayage, and warehousing. Ideal candidates will have experience in freight forwarding, pricing strategy, and supply chain optimization, along with a strong commercial mindset and proven client-facing skills. This role is responsible for both developing new opportunities and expanding existing relationships within assigned accounts while ensuring high service quality and operational alignment. This is a high-impact role for someone who thrives on building relationships, driving growth, and delivering customized logistics solutions. If you're commercially savvy and passionate about helping clients succeed, we want to hear from you. | |||
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS REQUIRED | |||
Integrity Adhere to Fracht’s Core Values and Vision. Ability to operate in an open and honest manner and achieve a trusting and reliable relationship with team members, customers, and vendors. Ability to accept mistakes and learn from them without apportioning blame. Flexibility Learn and keep up to date with new developments, procedures, and regulations. Work efficiently in an environment with multiple shifting priorities. |
Communication Effectively listen and communicate clearly with team members, customers, and vendors. Ability to interpret and disseminate information promptly. Problem Solving Measure effectiveness in understanding problems and making timely practical decisions. Ability to work well in groups and/or individually to develop alternative solutions. Accountability Justify responsible actions and decisions to management. Be a reliable team player who can make accurate decisions with sense of urgency. | ||
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES | |||
Account Development & Growth
Client Relationship Management
Pricing, Quoting & Collaboration
CRM & Reporting
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EDUCATION AND/OR WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIRED | |||
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PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS | |||
Diversity and Inclusion We believe in creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels empowered and supported. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to apply. We are committed to diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. | |||
Company at a glance
The Fracht Group is an international freight forwarder and an industry leader in providing general and specialized logistics solutions. The Swiss-based company was founded in 1955 by Mr. Ruedi Reisdorf and to this day, remains independently owned with over 150 offices worldwide in 45+ countries. Fracht operates as an NVOCC (Non-Vessel Operating Common Carrier) as well as a traditional freight forwarder. With over 1,700 logistics experts worldwide and financial stability of $1B + revenue per year, the Fracht Group has successfully moved over 300,000 TEUS and an excess of 10 million Kilos via airfreight annually for the last 10 years.
Key Industries
- Oil & Energy Projects
- General Projects
- Automotive
- Fashion & Retail
- Pharma Logistics
- Food & Beverage
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