Key Account Manager - Automotive & Full Vehicle Logistics (f/m/d)

Who we are

Have you worked out the logistics of your career yet? You will at Rhenus!

The Rhenus Group is one of the leading logistics specialists with global business operations and annual turnover amounting to EUR 7.5 billion. 40,000 employees work at 1,320 business sites in more than 70 countries and develop innovative solutions along the complete supply chain. Whether providing transport, warehousing, customs clearance or value-added services, the family-owned business pools its operations in various business units where the needs of customers are the major focus at all times.

Join our team and thrive in a dynamic company culture rooted in the values of Entrepreneurship, where innovative thinking is celebrated, Integrity, where honesty and transparency drive our actions, Empowerment, where each team member is encouraged to take ownership and initiative, and Leadership, where we cultivate a collaborative environment that inspires growth and excellence. At our company, these core values aren't just words on paper - they guide our everyday decisions, foster a supportive community, and drive both individual and collective success.

Job Description

* Within the region:

• Responsible for the Financial development and Volume growth of assigned key accounts on a regional level supported by Country Field Sales network & Key Account Management
• Obtain an in-depth understanding of the Definition, Criteria and Targets of Key Account Program in the Automotive and Full Vehicle Logistics
• Acquire an overall understanding into KAM Mindset to be adaptable into Regional KAM Culture
• Responsible for working out High-quality Executive Summary visualizing key accounts` Global supply chain visibility, identifying Competition Landscape & Setting up Appropriate commercial tactics
• Proactively seeking out / identifying the VALUE fitting into both Rhenus and Key Accounts to optimize customers` Global Supply Chain Process in pursuit of the long-term partnership

*Within the global network:

• Utilize Rhenus group relationship of all divisions - Cross- & Up-Selling
• Develop personal relationships with top global and regional decision makers of multinational accounts
• Align with overseas peers ( Regional Key Account Managers in other regions ) to create a common understanding landscape of key accounts
• Provide feedback to Key Account Management Reporting line & Senior Management

Candidate's Profile

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in the Freight Forwarding industry (especially Air-/Sea freight)
• Demonstrable experience/ success in sales and providing logistic solutions based on customer needs
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with aptitude in building relationships with professionals of all organizational levels in both strategically and tactically approaches
• BSc/ BA in business administration, sales or relevant field
• Willingness to travel internationally as well as fluency in written and spoken English
• Strong convincing, negotiation and influencing skills
• Ability to thrive in an ambiguous and fast-growing environment
• Ability to drive in a synergistic environment
• Strong eagerness to influence and encourage young people to relentlessly reinforce a culture in pursuit of the value

Job Offer

• A young and dynamic work environment.
• The possibility to participate in complex and stimulating projects within an exciting corporate context.
• E-Learning and career growth opportunities.
• Flexible working hours.
• Remote work opportunity.
• Permanent contracts only.