Strategic Account Executive

About GLS: GLS Group is one of the largest parcel services providers in Europe, with a strong local presence in almost all countries across the continent. It also operates through wholly owned subsidiaries in Canada and on the USA’s West Coast within one GLS network. This allows GLS to seamlessly connect its customers and communities with millions of parcels and stories every day.

GLS’ network connects its markets with high velocity and flexibility to respond to their fast-changing and dynamic nature. The company provides high quality service tailored to its customers’ needs across more than 50 countries. The GLS network consists of over 120 hubs and more than 1,600 depots, supported by more than 36,700 vans, light vehicles and walkers, and 6,400 trucks.

This offers network resilience, superior flexibility, and extended reach. In 2024/25, GLS generated record revenues of 5.9 billion euros and delivered 926 million parcels across the markets. For more information, visit

Job Type Full-time

About GLS: GLS Group is one of the largest parcel services providers in Europe, with a strong local presence in almost all countries across the continent. It also operates through wholly owned subsidiaries in Canada and on the USA’s West Coast within one GLS network. This allows GLS to seamlessly connect its customers and communities with millions of parcels and stories every day.

GLS’ network connects its markets with high velocity and flexibility to respond to their fast-changing and dynamic nature. The company provides high quality service tailored to its customers’ needs across more than 50 countries. The GLS network consists of over 120 hubs and more than 1,600 depots, supported by more than 36,700 vans, light vehicles and walkers, and 6,400 trucks.

This offers network resilience, superior flexibility, and extended reach. In 2024/25, GLS generated record revenues of 5.9 billion euros and delivered 926 million parcels across the markets. For more information, visit

PRIMARY FUNCTION: The Strategic Account Executive is responsible for driving revenue growth through the acquisition, expansion, and retention of high value, strategic customers. This role manages complex, multi stakeholder sales cycles, builds long term executive relationships, and acts as a trusted advisor to customers. The Strategic Account Executive partners closely with cross functional teams to deliver solutions that align with customer business objectives and maximize lifetime value.

• Own and grow a portfolio of named strategic accounts, focusing on long term revenue, expansion, and retention.
• Develop and execute strategic account plans aligned with customer business goals and company objectives.
• Lead complex, consultative sales cycles involving multiple decision makers and influencers.
• Identify and close new business opportunities within existing accounts and through net new strategic prospects.

• Establish and maintain strong relationships with C level and senior stakeholders.
• Act as a trusted advisor by deeply understanding customer challenges, priorities, and success metrics.
• Lead executive business reviews and strategic planning sessions with customers.

• Build and maintain a healthy, multi quarter pipeline of strategic opportunities.
• Accurately forecast revenue and deal progression using CRM tools.
• Navigate complex pricing, contract negotiations, and procurement processes.

• Partner with Customer Success, Solutions Engineering, Product, Marketing, and Leadership to deliver comprehensive solutions.
• Champion customer needs internally and provide market feedback to…