Global Account Director, Technology

DSV – Global Transport and Logistics

At DSV, our purpose is to keep customers’ supply chains flowing and enable the business of our customers by ensuring reliable and efficient transport and logistics services through storage and transport of goods by air, sea and road. Our vision is to create long-term, sustainable growth and value for our customers, employees, shareholders and society.

Close to 150,000 employees in over 90 countries work diligently to deliver great customer experiences and high-quality services. 

As a global leader, our commitment to sustainable business practices is a central element of our overall business strategy. 

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Location: USA - South San Francisco, 395 Oyster Point 

Division: Air & Sea 
Job Posting Title: Global Account Director, Technology 
Time Type: Full Time

Shape the Future of Global Supply Chains

DSV is seeking an accomplished Global Account Director (GAD) to lead and grow strategic Platinum and Gold customer relationships across our global organization. This is a high-impact commercial leadership role responsible for increasing share of wallet, driving profitable growth, and positioning DSV as a trusted strategic partner to some of the world’s largest companies.

The Global Account Director will develop and execute comprehensive account strategies, lead complex commercial engagements and negotiations, and identify opportunities to expand DSV’s integrated logistics solutions across divisions and regions. Acting as the primary day-to-day commercial leader for the account, the GAD will build trusted relationships with senior customer stakeholders while coordinating cross-functional teams to deliver measurable business value.

The ideal candidate combines deep logistics and supply chain expertise with strong commercial acumen and executive presence. You will engage C-suite leaders across Finance, Operations, Procurement, and Supply Chain to understand business priorities, shape transformational solutions, and demonstrate how logistics can improve financial performance, resilience, sustainability, and long-term enterprise value.

This role is ideal for a strategic, commercially driven leader who thrives in complex global environments and can turn customer insight into growth, innovation, and long-term partnerships.

Key tasks / responsibilities

Financial

• Gross Profit responsibility for a Platinum and/or Gold account (maintain and develop account)

Strategic

• Develop and execute the global account strategy and account plan
• Leverage vertical knowledge, industry insights and data to shape customer direction and value propositions

Customer Relationship Building

• Build long-term trusted relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Commercial single point of contact for the account on a day-to-day basis
• Actively search and identify opportunities within account, and engage colleagues to further grow the account
• Leads contract- and tender negotiations with customer stakeholders
• Act as central escalation point for commercial, operational and contractual issues (including Days Sales Outstanding (DSO) and Accounts Receivable (AR))

Operational

• Pursue and share insights from accounts in industry with similar supply chains
• Identify and resolve operational challenges of importance to customer in collaboration with the divisions
• Define and agree on goals and KPI’s for the logistics activities to match customer needs
• Motivate and drive strategic improvement projects

DSV Collaboration

• Drive coordination with executive, tender and operational teams across divisions
• Lead the account team and support Account Executive in steering the account team
• Drive pipeline management incl. collection and maintenance of opportunities and awards (e.g., in CRM)

Professional competences

Sales Proficiency

• Skilled in driving strategic account growth through consultative, value-based negotiation
• Expert in global account management and execution of strategic customer lifecyle management
• Capable of influencing senior stakeholders and steering complex end-to-end commercial engagements
• Mastering contract negotiations / renegotiation, and educated in the DSV legal policies

Customer Relationship Management

• Builds and sustains executive relationships and navigates cross-cultural dynamics to secure long-term partnerships and align customer and internal priorities
• Acts as the primary commercial contact across global business functions and locations

Product and Service Knowledge

• Strong command of DSV's integrated logistics offerings and the translation into customer-specific solutions
• Advises on scalable, customized logistics strategies aligned with customer needs and business objectives
• In-depth knowledge of DSV's logistics services across all divisions including regional strengths

Pipeline, CRM & Market Insights

• Uses CRM and performance dashboards to drive opportunity visibility, forecasting, and pipeline conversion
• Applies industry trends, vertical insights, and customer-specific intelligence to shape strategy
• Identifies emerging needs and proactively shares data-driven recommendations for account development
• Represents DSV a thought leader in the respective subvertical

Personal qualifications

• Visionary and commercially strategic with an ability to shape long-term growth roadmaps
• Trusted advisor with strong executive presence and the ability to influence at C-suite level
• Cross-cultural team leader who fosters collaboration and aligns global stakeholders
• Composed and outcome-focused, navigating pressure with structured problem-solving
• Resilient and agile in managing ambiguity and evolving customer landscapes

Supply chain & business acumen

Knowledge

• Understands corporate finance principles: drivers of enterprise value, valuation multiples, capital efficiency, and market expectations.
• Mastery of supply chain finance: how logistics and inventory management influence working capital, and how trade finance and terms of delivery affect liquidity.
• Deep awareness of how supply chain design supports investor narratives (e.g., ESG [Environmental, Social, and Governance] compliance, resilience, sustainability, and scalability).

Application

• Leads C-level workshops focused on long-term logistics transformation and value realization.
• Partners with Chief Financial Officers (CFOs), Finance Directors and Regional EVP's as well as with Chief Operating Officers (COOs) and Product Supply / Supply Chain leads to integrate logistics insights into business planning and financial reporting.
• Shapes long-term agreements or joint business plans (JBPs) based on mutual growth, financial impact, and strategic alignment.

For this position, the expected base pay range is $178,200.00 – $220,000.00 . Actual compensation will be determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, skills, education, certifications, and geographic location, in accordance with applicable laws and company policy.

Information regarding DSV’s benefits offerings, including eligibility, coverage options, and plan details, is available through the DSV Benefits Showcase . Benefits, programs, and eligibility may vary by location and division in accordance with applicable state and local laws.

DSV is an equal employment opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, ancestry, disability, veteran status, marital status, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. If you require special assistance or accommodation while seeking employment with DSV, please contact Human Resources at View email address on us.fitly.work . If you are interested in learning the status of your application, please note you will be contacted directly by the appropriate human resources contact person if you are selected for further consideration. DSV reserves the right to defer or close a vacancy at any time.

DSV – Global transport and logistics

Working at DSV means playing in a different league.

As a global leader in transport and logistics, we have been on an extraordinary journey of growth. Let’s grow together as we continue to innovate, digitalise and build on our achievements.

With close to 150,000 colleagues in over 90 countries, we work every day to offer solid services and meet our customers’ needs and help them achieve their goals. We know that the best way to achieve this is by bringing in new talent, fresh perspectives and ambitious individuals like you. 

At DSV, performance is in our DNA. We don’t just work – we aim to shape the future of logistics. This ambition fuels a dynamic environment built on collaboration with world-class team players, accountability and action. We value inclusivity, embrace different cultures and respect the dignity and rights of every individual. If you want to make an impact, be trusted by customers and grow your career in a forward-thinking company – this is the place to be.

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