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Account Manager III, Fulfillment

Flexport · Atlanta, GA

Base
$70K–$93K
OTE
Not disclosed
Quota attainment
Not disclosed
Posted
4h ago

Why it matters: OTE tells you what you could earn. Attainment tells you how realistic it is.

Ask: “What percentage of fully ramped reps hit quota last year?”

Still open · checked 2h agoon Flexport's careers page

What Flexport sells

Ships businesses' goods around the world

A business that sells goods around the world has to move them across oceans, through airports, and past customs, which is a lot to juggle. Flexport takes on that shipping work for companies of all sizes, using its own technology to keep goods moving. The goal is to make global trade so easy that more of it happens.

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The Braun Read

Worth a look

Solid on the basics. Use the first call to fill in the gaps.

Pay
Base is listed but not OTE. Ask what the variable is and how many people hit it.
Transparency
Says nothing about quota, attainment, deal size, territory or sales cycle.
Pipeline
Mostly inbound or an assigned book.
Time on market
Brand new.
Company hiring
29 sales roles open, hiring at a steady pace. Ask how many reps they hired last year and how many are still there.

Red flags

None spotted.

Green flags

  • SDR or inbound support. You won't be building all of your own pipeline from zero.

Based only on what the posting says. Flags are a starting point for your first call, not a final judgment.

Questions to ask on the first call

Built from what this posting leaves out. How they answer tells you as much as what they say.

  1. 1.

    What percentage of fully ramped reps hit quota last year?

    OTE is what you could earn. This is how likely you are to earn it.

  2. 2.

    What percentage of reps on the team have been here more than 18 months?

    Tenure shows whether people stay long enough to get paid.

  3. 3.

    Has the comp plan changed in the last 12 to 18 months? What changed?

    A plan that changes every year means the goalposts keep moving.

  4. 4.

    Who sits with reps and reviews calls each week?

    Coaching is often what's behind a good or bad attainment number.

  5. 5.

    What's the OTE, and what did the median rep earn last year?

    Base is what you're guaranteed. OTE and the median show the upside.

  6. 6.

    Why is this role open? Did someone leave, or is it new?

    New headcount is growth. A replacement means someone left. Ask why.

When the offer comes

Save these for later. They land better once they've said yes to you.

  1. 1.

    Can I see the full comp plan in writing, including clawbacks and accelerators?

    What's in writing is what gets paid. Read it before you sign.

  2. 2.

    Can I see the actual comp distribution for the team last year, not just the OTE?

    The spread shows what most reps really take home. OTE is just the target.

  3. 3.

    I'd be walking away from earned commission to join. Is there room for a sign-on bonus to help cover that?

    Leaving money behind is a fair reason to ask. The worst answer is no.

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The role

Manage and grow a fulfillment merchant book (role cites $15M-$30M experience) through retention, upsell, and expansion, acting as liaison between clients and internal teams. Not a prospecting role.

Expansion · Inbound

Selling motion

Expansion

Who you're selling to

Buyer:
Merchants using Flexport fulfillment servicesIn their words: “act as a trusted liaison between our merchants and all internal Flexport teams”

Pipeline expectations

Mostly inbound or an assigned book of business.

Compensation

$70K–$93K base

What is not disclosed

This posting doesn't tell you:

  • OTE
  • Quota size
  • Quota attainment
  • Average deal size
  • Territory
  • Sales cycle length

The questions above cover the big ones.

Full posting
About Flexport: At Flexport, we believe global trade can move the human race forward. That’s why it’s our mission to make global commerce so easy there will be more of it. We’re shaping the future of a $10T industry with solutions powered by innovative technology and exceptional people. Today, companies of all sizes—from emerging brands to Fortune 500s—use Flexport technology to move more than $19B of merchandise across 112 countries a year. The recent global supply chain crisis has put Flexport center stage as we continue to play a pivotal role in how goods move around the world. We are proud to have the support of the best investors in the game who believe in our mission, solutions and people. Ready to tackle global challenges that impact business, society, and the environment? Come join us. The Opportunity: We are seeking a seasoned and proactive Account Manager III, Fulfillment to join Flexport’s dynamic team. This role is pivotal to our mission of ensuring merchant success and driving sustainable growth in our fulfillment services. As a Fulfillment Account Manager, you will act as a trusted liaison between our merchants and all internal Flexport teams, ensuring seamless communication, strategic alignment, and operational excellence. Your primary responsibility is to support merchant retention and satisfaction, working collaboratively across departments to build and implement strategies that drive value for our clients and strengthen long-term relationships. This position requires both high-level strategic insight and hands-on execution skills, ideal for a professional eager to make a meaningful impact on client success. You Will: - Strategic Leadership and Team Collaboration: - Support the account management team by following established frameworks and processes to deliver consistent service across accounts - Share best practices and customer insights with teammates - Participate and lead in cross-functional projects to help deliver strong client outcomes - Client Portfolio Management: - Lead strategic relationships with Flexport's significant accounts, ensuring exceptional service delivery and partnership at various stakeholder levels - Manage relationships with key client decision-makers, positioning yourself as a trusted strategic advisor who understands their business challenges and opportunities - Build strong working relationships with day-to-day client contacts and grow connections with senior stakeholders over time - Support initiatives that improve clients’ supply chain operations - Develop and implement strategic account plans that align with both client objectives and Flexport's growth goals - Client Relationship Management: - Build and maintain positive, lasting relationships with merchants so they feel valued and supported. - 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 - Revenue Growth and Business Strategy: - Identify and pursue upsell and expansion opportunities within existing accounts - Develop and implement strategies to maximize client retention, increase wallet share, and elevate the strategic value Flexport delivers - Identify new service opportunities that address emerging client needs - Collaborate with leadership to shape service offerings based on deep client insights - Performance and Risk Management: - Track and analyze metrics to measure account health, performance, and business impact - Lead strategic reviews on portfolio performance, growth opportunities, and risk mitigation - Identify early warning indicators of client dissatisfaction and implement preemptive intervention strategies - Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements while maintaining a focus on client satisfaction and business growth - Cross-functional Collaboration: - Serve as the bridge between clients and Flexport's internal teams, driving alignment around strategic priorities - Collaborate with Product, Operations, Sales, and other teams to ensure Flexport's capabilities evolve to meet changing client needs - Represent the voice of strategic clients in company planning and product development discussions You should have: - Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field - Extensive experience (3-5+ years) in account management or client success, with demonstrated success leading projects and driving strategic initiatives - Proven track record of managing and growing significant client relationships, with demonstrated success managing a substantial book of business ($15M -$30M) - Exceptional strategic thinking capabilities with the ability to translate complex business needs into actionable solutions - Experience leading cross-functional project teams that consistently deliver exceptional results - Deep understanding of supply chain, logistics, or fulfillment industries, with keen awareness of emerging trends and competitive dynamics - Exceptional communication skills and ability to influence at multiple levels both internally and externally - A "compliance-first" mindset, with a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of integrity and regulatory adherence #LI-onsite The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire base salary for the position in the posting's respective region. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range displayed, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and / or training. Base salary is just one part of our total rewards package at Flexport, which also includes bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefit offerings such as medical, dental, and flexible time off. The US base salary range for this position (this does not include bonus, equity and benefits): $70,000-$93,000 USD Commitment to Equal Opportunity At Flexport, our ability to fulfill our mission of making global commerce easy and accessible relies on having a diverse, dedicated and engaged workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, health status, marital and family status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Global Data Privacy Notice for Job Candidates and Applicants Depending on your location, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) may regulate the way we manage the data of job applicants. By submitting your application, you are agreeing to our use and processing of your data as required. Please see our Privacy Notice available at www.flexport.com/privacy for additional information.
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