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Client Manager - LHB

Rosemont, IL · On-site

$67K - $127K/yr

Job Summary Responsible for the overall relationship of a key strategic client, managing day to day activities, problem resolution, and renewal activities. Develop key relationships within internal ...

Client Manager - LHB

Lancaster, PA · On-site

$67K - $127K/yr

Job Summary Responsible for the overall relationship of a key strategic client, managing day to day activities, problem resolution, and renewal activities. Develop key relationships within internal ...

PA · On-site

$68 - $127/hr

Job Summary Responsible for the overall relationship of a key strategic client, managing day to day activities, problem resolution, and renewal activities. Develop key relationships within internal ...

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Hire, develop, and manage four Strategic Client Directors and a Renewal Operations Specialist. Define the operating model, playbooks, and escalation protocols that keep the team commercially focused.

Client Manager II

Secaucus, NJ · On-site

$77K - $123K/yr

The Client Manager collaborates with Operations to ensure the delivery of various services as ... Account portfolios generally consist of strategic accounts plus a mix of small/mid-sized account ...

OVERVIEW We are seeking a strategic, consultative Client Manager to help enterprise customers maximize the value of the Recruitics Talent Intelligence & Acquisition Platform. This role combines ...

Client Manager

Lafayette, CA · On-site

$50 - $80/hr

OVERVIEW We are seeking a strategic, consultative Client Manager to help enterprise customers maximize the value of the Recruitics Talent Intelligence & Acquisition Platform. This role combines ...

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How much do strategic client manager jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for strategic client manager in the United States is $105,038.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $94,500.00 and $116,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a strategic client manager?

Strategic Client Managers are professionals responsible for building and maintaining long-term relationships with key clients, ensuring their needs are met and identifying opportunities for growth. They act as the main point of contact between the client and the company, coordinating with internal teams to deliver tailored solutions. Their goal is to maximize client satisfaction, retention, and revenue by understanding the client's business objectives and aligning services or products accordingly.

How does a strategic client manager typically collaborate with internal teams to deliver value to clients?

A Strategic Client Manager works closely with cross-functional teams such as sales, product development, marketing, and customer support to ensure client needs are met and expectations exceeded. They act as the main point of contact for key clients, coordinating internal resources to solve challenges and deliver tailored solutions. Regular communication and strategic planning sessions with these teams are essential to anticipate client needs, address issues proactively, and drive long-term client satisfaction and growth.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a strategic client manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Strategic Client Manager, you need expertise in relationship management, business development, and account strategy, often supported by a bachelor's degree in business or a related field. Familiarity with CRM platforms such as Salesforce, data analytics tools, and contract management systems is typically required. Exceptional communication, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities help you stand out in building trust and delivering value to clients. These skills ensure long-term client satisfaction, drive revenue growth, and foster strong, mutually beneficial partnerships.

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Infographic showing various Strategic Client Manager job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 80% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $105,038 per year, or $50.5 per hour.

Sr. Director Strategic Client Relations

Crane Worldwide Logistics

Houston, TX • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO

Re-posted 20 days ago


Crane Worldwide Logistics rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 21 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

136th of 366 rated logistics


Job description

The Sr. Director of Strategic Client Relations is a position with global responsibility and accountability for assigned clients within the Strategic Account Program. Responsible for business plan proposal and support, execution of approved business plans, identifying growth opportunities, relationship-building and maintenance, process improvements and tracking results - activities resulting in high client satisfaction, efficient and effective service delivery and maximum account profitability.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
  • Propose, monitor and execute agreed global business plan for assigned client - ensuring continuous development and growth
  • Drive the RFQ / Tender process and responses for assigned client, liaising closely with Verticals, Regions, Products and where needed with counterparts
  • Maintain communication channels with client and CWW operations to deliver consistent understanding of client expectations relative to operational solutions, timelines, costs and results. Direct operational issues to the right operational owner.
  • Understand the organizational layers and decision-making process of assigned client and align our international organization to effectively operate within the process
  • Conduct regular and structured review sessions with assigned client; introducing processes for innovation and continuous improvement.
  • Set-up client executive review / strategy meetings with executive sponsor
  • Build and strengthen strategic relationships within client organization in order to understand and maximize opportunities
  • Prepare and deliver account development reports
  • Provide visibility and updates of sales activities in Vision
  • Knowledge Management and Learning
  • Ensure knowledge of Industry, are shared within the internal organization.
  • Continuously collaborate with peers to update own knowledge, pro-actively seek best practices and skills and pro-actively seek market/industry information
  • Other duties as assigned

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES
  • Demonstrated ability to quickly learn, understand, and articulate key product and value proposition knowledge in a variety of contexts.
  • Keen ability to communicate value proposition up to and including the "C Suite".
  • Demonstrated ability to create strategic vision, build action plans, set goals.
  • Proven innovative problem-solving abilities and decision making skills required, in addition to project management, prioritization, and planning skills.
  • Strong financial acumen and analytical mindset required to leverage the key drivers of profitability.
  • Strong negotiation skills, including the ability to handle objections and achieve mutually beneficial solutions with proven success in RFP management/negotiations.
  • Demonstrated ability to proactively build and maintain a comprehensive network, both internally and externally, to successfully navigate through client organizations.
  • A sophisticated range of communication and presentation skills to present complex ideas in a simple and compelling way to a wide variety of audiences.
  • Highly collaborative with proven success working in matrixed environments.
  • Advanced Excel, Word and PowerPoint skills required.
  • Must be able to travel extensively.

Physical Requirements
  • Talking, hearing and using hands to operate a computer keyboard, mouse and other computer components.
  • Sitting for extended periods of time.
  • Vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
  • Job may require regular and punctual attendance as well as presence on-site at the assigned work location.

EDUCATION AND DIRECT WORK EXPERIENCE
  • Bachelor's Degree preferred in Logistics, Supply Chain and / or related areas.
  • 7 to 10 years of global account/client management, sales, consulting experience required.
  • Previous global service delivery /account implementations experience a plus.
  • Proven success in consultative selling is required, in addition to demonstrated success increasing client revenue and profitability.

WHY SHOULD YOU WORK FOR CRANE?
At Crane, we believe in providing our employees with excellent benefits at a Great Place to Work.
We offer:
  • Quarterly Incentive Plan
  • 136 hours of Paid Time Off which equals 17 days for the year, that can be used for Sick Time or for Personal Use
  • Excellent Medical, Dental and Vision benefits
  • Tuition Reimbursement for education related to your job
  • Employee Referral Bonuses
  • Employee Recognition and Rewards Program
  • Paid Volunteer Time to support a cause that is close to your heart and contributes to our communities
  • Employee Discounts
  • Wellness Incentives that can go up to $100 per year for completing challenges, in addition to a discount on contribution rates
  • Potential to earn a strong commission based on your sales ability

Come join the leader in logistics and take your career in the right direction.
Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
This position requires the final candidate to successfully pass an E-Verify Check.
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Company benefits are contingent upon meeting eligibility requirements and plan conditions.
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