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Reporting directly to the Head of Coal Customers, the Customer Account Executive plays a pivotal role in driving strategic, commercial, and operational outcomes across a portfolio of Aurizon’s top tiered customers. In this position, you will contribute to shaping and executing Aurizon’s customer strategy, ensuring strong partnerships and delivering exceptional value.
Job Responsibility:
Manage all operational activities in accordance with the relevant safety, legislative & enterprise standards
Build, maintain and enhance strategic customer relationships
Manage and monitor contract performance to meet or exceed revenue budgets
Develop systems and reporting to ensure contractual compliance and yield maximisation
Develop, maintain, and execute account management plans and engagement strategies
Proactive communication with customers across commercial and operational interfaces
Develop and execute strategies for contract renewals
negotiate all contractual variations
Devise strategies to identify and deliver growth from existing accounts
Identify and lead continuous improvement projects with customers
Connect to the rail haulage market for competitive intelligence and market strategy
Promote the “First Choice” strategy by advocating for the customer across the business
Provide leadership and direction to a team of Customer Account Managers
Actively contribute as a member of the Coal Customer Senior Leadership team, influencing strategic decisions and driving organisational priorities
Requirements:
Extensive negotiation experience with the ability to influence diverse work groups
Effective business acumen, leadership, and strategic thinking skills
Analytical and problem-solving skills to optimise business processes
Knowledge of statutory requirements and policy guidelines relative to operations
Highly resilient with the ability to thrive under pressure and handle competing demands
Action-orientated with a readiness to challenge the status quo
Customer and externally orientated, with a talent for innovative customer solutions
Comfortable with demanding revenue targets and motivated by achieving results
Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to influence, collaborate and engage effectively
Extensive experience in commercial roles relevant to the coal supply-chain
Proven negotiation skills, high level of financial literacy with clear commercial acumen
Advanced contract skills, with an ability to provide clear instruction to legal specialists
Advanced understanding of statistics and excellent analytical skills
What we offer:
Development and growth opportunities
Access to mentoring and development programs
Discounts on selected health insurance funds, personal travel, gyms, vehicles and retail brands