Freight Forwarder Partnership Manager at SkyCell AG | Amsterdam, North Holland, NL | Rezi

Freight Forwarder Partnership Manager at SkyCell AG

Freight Forwarder Partnership Manager

SkyCell AG · Amsterdam, North Holland, NL

3 weeks ago

Freight Forwarder Partnership Manager

SkyCell AG · Amsterdam, North Holland, NL

25 days ago
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About the Role

Build and lead SkyCell's relationships with freight forwarders at the HQ and regional level, turning transactional shipping relationships into strategic, long-term partnerships. This is a high-visibility, cross-functional role at the intersection of sales, partnership management, and pharma logistics, shaping how important medicines move globally.

Responsibilities

  • Own key forwarder relationships end-to-end, including winning new logos, defending and growing existing accounts, and building C-suite relationships.
  • Build strategic partnerships with major global forwarders by aligning with leadership on joint business plans and co-developing improvement initiatives.
  • Drive adoption of SkyCell's programs and product suite across the forwarder network.
  • Lead deals cross-functionally, pulling in relevant teams to shape and close commercial opportunities.
  • Maintain clear account maps, stakeholder landscapes, and forecasts, and feed market and competitive intelligence back into the business.

Requirements

  • Experience in freight forwarding, logistics, or supply chain partnerships, ideally with exposure to pharma or another regulated, high-value cargo segment.
  • Track record of managing B2B partnerships or key accounts at the HQ/executive level.
  • Comfort working both strategically and hands-on.
  • Strong stakeholder management skills.
  • Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively with sales colleagues and specialists.
  • Must be located in, or able to relocate (without sponsorship) to one of the advertised locations.

Skills

  • Commercial ownership
  • Partnership management
  • Sales
  • Pharma logistics
  • Business plan development
  • Stakeholder management
  • Cross-functional leadership
  • Account management
  • Forecasting
  • Market intelligence
  • Competitive intelligence

Location

  • Zurich
  • Zug
  • Hyderabad

Work Type

  • Hybrid Workplace
  • Remote-friendly

Experience Level

  • Executive level

Benefits

  • Flexible working hours
  • Work-life balance
  • Opportunities for career advancement
  • Modern workspaces
  • Company-wide events
  • Immersive onboarding program (SkyWeek)
  • Generous Maternity & Paternity Leave
  • Generous annual leave package
  • Local bank holidays

About the Company

  • Purpose-Driven Work: Make a real difference by contributing to a more sustainable future in global logistics and healthcare.
  • Innovation at Heart: Work with cutting-edge technology and be at the forefront of supply chain innovation.
  • Stronger together: Join a supportive team of talented individuals from over 40 countries.
  • Growth Opportunities: Continuous learning and development are key pillars of SkyCell.
  • Award-Winning Culture: Recognized with a ‘Great Place to work’ award and a Platinum Ecovadis rating.

Equal Opportunity

  • SkyCell AG is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all.
  • We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic.