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Key Account Manager, Winter Ops

Job in Durham, Durham County, North Carolina, 27703, USA
Listing for: IDS Inland Deicing Services, LLC
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-22
Job specializations:
  • Sales
    Account Manager, Client Relationship Manager, Customer Success Mgr./ CSM, Business Development
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 90000 - 130000 USD Yearly USD 90000.00 130000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

We are seeking an experienced Key Account Manager to oversee a portfolio of strategic airline and airport customers across North America. The role focuses on building trust, ensuring customer success, and driving growth within existing accounts.

Responsibilities
  • Serve as the trusted advisor and primary point of contact for assigned airline and airport customers.
  • Develop long‑term relationships with key stakeholders, executives, and operational leaders.
  • Lead annual contract renewals with a target retention rate of 95%+.
  • Identify opportunities to expand services and grow revenue within existing accounts.
  • Create strategic account plans focused on customer success and long‑term growth.
  • Facilitate executive business reviews and seasonal planning meetings.
  • Collaborate with operations and technical teams to ensure exceptional service delivery.
  • Monitor customer performance metrics and proactively address opportunities for improvement.
  • Lead customer communications during operational challenges while ensuring timely resolution.
  • Support proposal development, contract negotiations, and RFP responses.
  • Maintain accurate account forecasts, customer plans, and CRM records.
  • Travel throughout North America is expected, with occasional international travel.
Qualifications
  • 5+ years of experience in Key Account Management, Strategic Account Management, Customer Success, Enterprise Account Management, or Client Relationship Management.
  • Proven history of retaining and growing strategic customer accounts.
  • Experience managing complex commercial relationships with multiple stakeholders.
  • Strong consultative relationship management and executive communication skills.
  • Experience leading contract renewals, account planning, and business reviews.
  • Ability to identify customer needs and uncover opportunities for additional services.
  • Strong commercial acumen with ability to balance customer satisfaction and business objectives.
  • Experience working with CRM platforms such as Salesforce.
  • Excellent presentation, negotiation, and problem‑solving skills.
  • Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Business, Marketing, or a related field (considered an asset).
  • Experience with in aviation welcomed—but not required.
Desired Traits
  • Builds relationships that customers don’t want to lose.
  • Earns trust quickly with senior stakeholders and executive leaders.
  • Owns customer success from onboarding through renewal.
  • Anticipates customer needs before they become issues.
  • Maneuvers calmly under pressure and navigates complex situations with confidence.
  • Collaborates across multiple teams to deliver outstanding customer experiences.
  • Looks for opportunities to create additional value—not just solve today’s problem.
  • Measures success by customer loyalty, long‑term partnerships, and sustainable growth.
Benefits
  • Competitive wages
  • Health, dental, and life insurance (including AD&D and LTD)
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match / Pension plan with employer match
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee discounts
  • Advancement opportunities
  • On‑the‑job training
  • Employee Recognition Program
  • Daily Pay
  • Flexible schedule
  • $300 referral bonuses – unlimited
  • Benefits may vary by position and location.
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