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Key Account Representative

Covenant Logistics
Chattanooga, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 3/4/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/28/2025

Job Description

Job Description

The Key Account Manager plays a critical role in delivering exceptional service to our most important customers by managing client communications, resolving their issues, and streamlining operations processes. This role ensures a smooth and efficient logistics experience by building strong client relationships and supporting operational success that is the driving force behind Covenant’s customer-focused approach.

Responsibilities :

  • Manage the book of committed business to ensure a successful load lifecycle.
  • Increase dedicated commitments by cultivating a strong relationship through comprehensive account management.
  • Function as the main point of contact for assigned key customer inquiries or issues, proactively identifying problems and resolving them before they escalate.
  • Develop and execute account-specific strategies to achieve customer satisfaction, revenue growth, and profitability. Prepare tailored presentations and proposals to address customer needs.
  • Provide customers with competitive and timely spot quotes for transportation services based on current rates and market conditions.
  • Collaborate with internal departments such as carrier operations, sales, and dispatch to ensure timely and efficient transportation services, addressing any operational challenges.
  • Accurately enter load details into Mastermind (or relevant systems) and maintain up-to-date load information for all active shipments.
  • Verify and confirm load details with customers and relevant internal teams, ensuring accuracy and alignment on expectations.

Qualifications :

  • Deep understanding of the transportation and logistics industry.
  • Driven and competitive nature.
  • Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to take verbal / written instruction and execute with confidence.
  • Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships and manage multiple stakeholders.
  • Bachelor’s degree in business administration, supply or similar field required. 1 year of relevant experience may be substituted for each year of education required.
  • At least 2 years of customer service experience required.
  • Previous transportation experience required.
  • Competitive Compensation

    Covenant’s compensation philosophy’s intent is to use a competitive total compensation strategy to determine the current market value of a position while also considering individual factors such as performance in current position, time in seat of current position, experience, level of responsibility / accountability, and longevity with the company. The system will be objective and non-discriminatory.

    Pay Range : $45,011.20-$69,576

    Pay Grade : 7

    401(k) match, Serious Health Condition Pay

    Full Health Benefits Package

    Medical, Dental, Vision, Telemedicine, Short & Long Term Disability, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance

    Paid Time Off & Holidays

    Cultural Perks

    Casual Dress, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Discount Program, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Adoption Assistance and Employee Assistance Program

    Covenant Logistics is an Equal Opportunity Employer

    M / F / Disability / Veteran

    VEVRAA Federal Contractor

    Salary : $45,011 - $69,576

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