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SME Account Manager - Maritime

Kpler
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 12/25/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/31/2026
At Kpler, we are dedicated to helping our clients navigate complex markets with ease. By simplifying global trade information and providing valuable insights, we empower organisations to make informed decisions in commodities, energy, and maritime sectors.

Since our founding in 2014, we have focused on delivering top-tier intelligence through user-friendly platforms. Our team of over 700 experts from 35 countries works tirelessly to transform intricate data into actionable strategies, ensuring our clients stay ahead in a dynamic market landscape. Join us to leverage cutting-edge innovation for impactful results and experience unparalleled support on your journey to success.

About The Role

We are seeking an experienced and driven SME Account Manager (Maritime) to enhance revenue growth within existing accounts across North America.

Responsibilities

  • Manage and nurture relationships with accounts in the Maritime and Logistics sectors to achieve sales targets and enhance customer satisfaction.
  • Initiate and lead discussions with key stakeholders, including directors and senior managers, to identify business needs and opportunities.
  • Negotiate contracts and terms to secure profitable agreements while ensuring compliance with company policies.
  • Drive upselling initiatives by exploring opportunities within existing accounts, including new departments and services.
  • Collaborate with Account Development Representatives to leverage leads and insights from existing clients.
  • Maintain comprehensive knowledge of industry trends, competitor activities, and product offerings to effectively position the company’s solutions.

Requirements

  • At least 2 years of experience in Sales (Account Management/Business Development) selling SaaS/Data/Tech specifically to the Maritime/Logistics industry
  • Experience managing a book of business (client accounts) and meeting/exceeding sales targets/quotas.
  • Driven and self-disciplined who can work with autonomy in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment
  • A team player who always puts the business first
  • Strong negotiator
  • Ability to analyze complex client requirements and needs

$70,000 - $100,000 a year

Additional Requirements & Compensation

  • Must have legal authorization to live and work in the U.S. without the need for sponsorship.
  • Compensation: 70K - 100K USD base attractive/uncapped commission
  • Hybrid role based in New York or Houston, with substantial remote-work flexibility.

We are a dynamic company dedicated to nurturing connections and innovating solutions to tackle market challenges head-on. If you thrive on customer satisfaction and turning ideas into reality, then you’ve found your ideal destination. Are you ready to embark on this exciting journey with us?

We make things happen

We act decisively and with purpose, going the extra mile.

We build
together

We foster relationships and develop creative solutions to address market challenges.

We are here to help

We are accessible and supportive to colleagues and clients with a friendly approach.

Our People Pledge

Don’t meet every single requirement? Research shows that women and people of color are less likely than others to apply if they feel like they don’t match 100% of the job requirements. Don’t let the confidence gap stand in your way, we’d love to hear from you! We understand that experience comes in many different forms and are dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team.

Kpler is committed to providing a fair, inclusive and diverse work-environment. We believe that different perspectives lead to better ideas, and better ideas allow us to better understand the needs and interests of our diverse, global community. We welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives and are an equal opportunity employer.

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We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Salary : $70,000 - $100,000

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