Are you thinking about advancing your career with one of the most successful logistics organizations worldwide? Here at Kuehne+Nagel, our Chicago location is looking for a new Sea Logistics Central Area Exports Development Manager to join our Sea Logistics team. Your Role Reporting to the Area Sea Logistics Manager you will be responsible for developing the export sea logistics product for the Central Region. Your Responsibilities Provide leadership & direction for the Sea Export product for the Central Region together with the local Customer Care teams and local Sea Logistics Field Sales teamsDrive volume growth on sea exports for the region while maintaining trade profitabilityYield Maximization – maximize GP through carrier choices and negotiating with internal/external stakeholders , whilst limiting service failuresTo develop pricing strategies (liaise on pricing / RFQ preparation) in tandem with Trade Management and ensure Quotation QualificationPro-actively participate in customer visits / meetings as needed and in conjunction with local/Area sales personnelManage Customer retention & focus on prospecting for new BusinessStay up-to-date with Market Knowledge & provide continuous updates to the TeamBusiness Development & Strategy setting to increase Market shareSupporting Sales in turning opportunities into Business PartnersClose cooperation with Branch & Area management as well as Sea Logistics operations (OCC) for an enhanced customer experienceEnhance customer satisfaction through the highest level of service quality achievableActively seek regular community based activities for team participationSpecial Projects & Expertise: Lead strategic initiatives, acting as a Sea Logistics Subject Matter Expert (SME) in key regional, national, and international meetings. Your Skills and Experiences 2+ years' Sea Logistics experience1+ years' Import/Export Operations experienceYou have the ability to report to the office 5 days per weekYou will be required to travel for business purposes Good Reasons to Join At Kuehne+Nagel we strive daily to inspire, empower, and deliver not only to our customers, but also to our colleagues. We offer a dynamic global work environment with opportunities for excellent training programs and career mobility. The target salary range for this position is between $130,000.00 and $135,000.00. Base salary is part of a competitive total rewards package that includes health and welfare benefits, a 401k retirement savings plan, tuition reimbursement, and incentive compensation for eligible roles. Individual pay may vary from the target range and is determined by a number of factors including experience, skills, job location, internal pay equity, and other relevant business considerations. Kuehne+Nagel reviews pay ranges regularly to ensure competitive and fair pay based on industry market data. #LI-MB1