Full-Time

Client Engagement Manager

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Flexport

Flexport

1,001-5,000 employees

Logistics and supply chain management services

Data & Analytics
Automotive & Transportation
Financial Services

Compensation Overview

$90k - $100kAnnually

Senior

New York, NY, USA

Hybrid position requiring in-office presence.

Category
Strategic Account Management
Sales & Account Management
Required Skills
Supply Chain Management
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • A Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
  • Significant experience in account management or client success, ideally within logistics, supply chain, or fulfillment industries, with a demonstrated ability to manage and grow large accounts.
  • Strong knowledge of e-commerce fulfillment processes and an awareness of emerging industry trends.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to build rapport and influence cross-functional teams.
  • Strong analytical skills and an ability to interpret data to make informed, strategic recommendations for improvement.
  • Proactive problem-solving and strategic decision-making skills, comfortable with both high-level strategy and tactical execution.
  • A “compliance-first” mindset, understanding the importance of regulatory adherence in a highly regulated environment and ensuring Flexport’s practices meet or exceed standards.
Responsibilities
  • Establish and nurture strategic, long-lasting relationships with key merchants, ensuring they feel valued and supported throughout their Flexport journey.
  • Act as the primary point of contact for merchants, anticipating their needs, resolving inquiries, and proactively addressing concerns to enhance their experience with Flexport.
  • Serve as an advocate for the client within Flexport, ensuring their priorities and goals are represented across teams.
  • Drive merchant success through tailored retention strategies and by identifying growth opportunities within each client’s business.
  • Collaborate closely with merchants to understand their evolving business goals, aligning Flexport’s fulfillment solutions with these objectives to ensure a positive and scalable partnership.
  • Proactively seek opportunities to upsell and expand product/service offerings in ways that benefit the client and foster long-term relationships.
  • Educate merchants on the full capabilities of Flexport’s product and service suite, ensuring they are aware of features that enhance efficiency and fulfillment outcomes.
  • Lead initiatives to drive adoption of new Flexport tools, services, and updates, empowering merchants to fully leverage Flexport’s capabilities.
  • Regularly monitor client-specific metrics to identify trends, areas for optimization, and potential pain points.
  • Use data-driven insights to provide recommendations that enhance performance and maintain operational excellence across client accounts.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to address any challenges, ensuring a streamlined and positive fulfillment experience for merchants.
  • Work closely with Sales, Operations, Product, and other internal teams to create a seamless client experience, delivering integrated solutions that support client growth and satisfaction.
  • Communicate client needs, industry trends, and competitive insights to relevant teams, influencing product roadmaps and service enhancements.
  • Drive internal alignment around client goals, advocating for the merchant's best interests to improve service quality and operational alignment across Flexport.

Flexport provides logistics and supply chain services to facilitate global trade, including ocean shipping, air freight, ground transportation, and customs brokerage. Their technology platform allows clients to track shipments in real-time, offering transparency and control over their supply chains. Unlike competitors, Flexport optimizes container space with its OceanMatch service and offers additional financial services like trade finance and insurance. The company's goal is to streamline global trade operations, making them more efficient and environmentally friendly.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$2.4B

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2013

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-5%

1 year growth

-14%

2 year growth

-25%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Flexport's acquisition of Convoy's technology assets enhances its capabilities in the trucking sector, potentially boosting productivity and service offerings.
  • Partnerships with high-profile clients like Shein indicate strong market trust and potential for significant business growth.
  • Flexport's innovative services, such as the trucking capacity marketplace, demonstrate its commitment to leveraging technology for industry advancement.

What critics are saying

  • The departure of key executives like Parisa Sadrzadeh could lead to operational disruptions and strategic misalignments.
  • Legal disputes with major clients like Peloton and Giti Tires over excessive charges could damage Flexport's reputation and financial stability.

What makes Flexport unique

  • Flexport's technology platform offers unparalleled real-time tracking and visibility, setting it apart from traditional logistics providers.
  • Their OceanMatch service optimizes container space, reducing costs and improving efficiency, which is a unique value proposition in the logistics industry.
  • Flexport's comprehensive suite of services, including trade finance and carbon offset options, provides a holistic approach to supply chain management that few competitors can match.

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Benefits

Free Food

Company Social Outings

Health & Wellness

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

PTO / Vacation Policy

Paid Holidays

Maternity / Paternity Leave

Financial Benefits

401K / Retirement Plan

Performance Bonus

Employee Stock Purchase Plan