Global Account Director, Mining

DSV - Global transport and logistics
In 1976, ten independent hauliers joined forces and founded DSV in Denmark. Since then, DSV has evolved to become the world's 3rd largest supplier of global solutions within transport and logistics. Today, we add value to our customers' entire supply chain by transporting, storing, packaging, re-packaging, processing and clearing all types of goods. We work every day from our many offices in more than 80 countries to ensure a steady supply of goods to production lines, outlets, stores and consumers all over the world. Our reach is global yet our presence is local and close to our customers.  

 

Read more at www.dsv.com 

 

Location: USA - Houston, 831 

Division: Air & Sea 
Job Posting Title: Global Account Director, Mining 
Time Type: Full Time

 

Summary

The Global Account Director will be responsible for managing and growing a portfolio of key global accounts in the transportation and logistics industry. They will be accountable for driving revenue growth, developing and executing account strategies, ensuring customer satisfaction, and leading a team of account managers. The Global Account Director will report to the Vice President of Sales.

 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and execute account strategies to achieve revenue and profitability targets
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders at assigned global accounts
• Identify opportunities to expand services and increase revenue within assigned accounts
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure operational excellence and timely resolution of customer issues
• Prepare and present business reviews and performance reports to clients and DSV management
• Lead and develop a team of account managers to achieve individual and team objectives
• Conduct regular account planning and review meetings with the team
• Ensure customer satisfaction through effective communication, responsiveness, and issue resolution

 

Educational background / Work experience

• Bachelor's degree in business, logistics, or a related field is required
• Master's degree in business or a related field is preferred
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in sales or account management in the transportation and logistics industry
• Experience managing global accounts and developing account strategies is required
• Prior experience leading and managing teams is preferred

 

Skills & Competencies

• Strong business acumen and strategic thinking skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build and maintain strong customer relationships
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

 

Supervisory Responsibilities (if any)

• The Global Account Director will be responsible for leading and developing a team of account managers

 

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a multinational corporation is preferred

 

Language skills

• Fluency in English is required
• Proficiency in other languages is a plus

 

Computer Literacy

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) is required
• Experience with CRM software (e.g. Salesforce) is preferred.

 

 

At Will Employment

DSV Air & Sea Inc. employees are hired for an undefined period of time as “at will” employees. This means that an employee may be terminated for any reason, or no reason at all, at any time, provided the discharge does not violate any law*. Additionally, each employee has the right to terminate his/her employment at any time. *Except if employed in Montana, where termination requires just cause.

 

DSV is an equal employment opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, ancestry, disability, veteran status, marital status, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. If you require special assistance or accommodation while seeking employment with DSV, please contact Human Resources at hr@us.dsv.com. If you are interested in learning the status of your application, please note you will be contacted directly by the appropriate human resources contact person if you are selected for further consideration. DSV reserves the right to defer or close a vacancy at an