Service Key Account Manager managing client relationships and driving service revenue in parcel automation. Collaborating with teams to deliver effective solutions and proposals.
Responsibilities
Build and maintain relationships with clients for service and hotline contracts; operational and maintenance programs; modernization projects (replacement, retrofit, refurbishment); training; on-site service activities; and spare parts sales
Partner with leaders to grow the spares business and deliver lifecycle value through parts, upgrades, and service offerings
Serve as the primary point of contact and escalation for all service-related client matters
Develop a deep understanding of key account needs and serve as a trusted advisor on operations and service solutions
Manage existing accounts and develop new business through prospecting, qualification, proposals, and closing activities
Lead strategies for profitable penetration into new or existing market segments within policy guidelines
Coordinate and collaborate with Parcel and Automation business units and functions to plan and execute modernization go-to-market strategies
Analyze client and market data to inform customer relationship management, pipeline health, and forecasting
Monitor competition by gathering current information on pricing, products, delivery schedules, and selling approaches
Partner with the Director of Customer Service to shape solutions, proposals, and commercial terms
Prepare and maintain accurate CRM records, including opportunities, activities, quotes, and status updates
Lead the creation of service and modernization proposals in collaboration with the Bid Team and internal stakeholders
Work in close partnership with the Customer Service Manager to ensure customer success; coordinate on contract performance, incident resolution, resource planning, and escalation management, aligning commercial objectives with operational delivery
Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure a smooth post-go-live transition and provide structured customer feedback to Product and Engineering to inform product development
Collaborate with Engineering to perform on-site assessments of customer installations
Analyze system condition, obsolescence risks, and performance gaps to identify retrofit, upgrade, and modernization potential, and translate findings into actionable proposals and business cases
Drive Predictive Maintenance and Service 4.0 initiatives to adopt digital service solutions, including predictive maintenance, remote monitoring, and IoT-based analytics
Collaborate with departments to implement data-driven maintenance strategies that reduce downtime, optimize asset performance, and deliver measurable customer value
Follow all standard operating procedures and safety requirements when on customer sites, including required PPE use and incident or near-miss reporting
Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in an engineering-related field preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum of 3 years’ successful technical sales experience
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in parcel logistics, warehouse, or industrial automation preferred
Demonstrated success managing conceptual and solution-based selling cycles
Proven ability to identify opportunities, negotiate terms, and close profitable deals while minimizing risk
Strong communication, organization, and presentation skills with the ability to engage at all levels, including executive audiences
Excellent cross-functional communication skills with the ability to clearly convey complex technical and strategic information to both technical and non-technical audiences
Commitment to outstanding customer service and the ability to build trusted client relationships
Experience tracking and managing sales activity in a CRM, preferably Salesforce or a similar system
Ability to collaborate effectively across service, engineering, project management, and operations teams
Solid technical understanding of automated material handling systems (e.g., conveyors, sorters, AMRs, and WMS/WCS interfaces) in parcel and warehouse automation environments
Ability to interpret engineering documentation, perform basic system assessments, and discuss technical solutions with customers and internal teams
Ability to work effectively under pressure, manage escalations, and lead resolution during critical incidents
Comfortable navigating change, ambiguity, and shifting priorities in a dynamic business and technology landscape
Strong financial acumen to evaluate business cases, assess ROI for modernization projects, and manage service contract profitability
Ability to identify process gaps and drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance service delivery, efficiency, and customer experience
Understanding of project execution and project management principles
Demonstrated ability to lead and grow technical teams, with strong coaching, delegation, and organizational leadership skills
Willingness to travel 70%+ as business needs require
Eligible applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.
Benefits
Flexible work environment that supports your work-life balance
Paid time off for parental leave and 22+ days off for personal time and holidays
Access to medical, dental, and vision insurance plans with FSA or HSA options
401(k) plan with a company match up to six percent
Several company-paid benefits, including vision insurance, short and long-term disability and basic life insurance plans, and educational and employee assistance programs
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