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The Global Account Manager, Cargo Sales formulates, implements and manages cargo sales strategies and account plans using the cargo sales processes that guide the cargo sales force to results-driven revenue performance among Delta Cargo's Global Accounts - our largest and most important global cargo customers. Responsible for owning the entire account management, revenue and contracting relationship at the global and regional corporate offices as well as gateway/local interface as needed. The Global Account Manager leads and provides guidance and strategic support to regional and district sales managers, account managers and other key stakeholders both domestically and internationally to achieve division revenue objectives. The Manager also works with Sales Development (SD) and Revenue Management on tailored customer specific pricing programs including RFQ, RFP, and bids as needed. Utilizes various information and data streams in working collaboratively and cross-functionally with relevant stakeholders in order to drive desired account performance and revenue growth in helping the cargo division exceed overall yield and revenue goals across the network. Extensive global/regional travel required.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Summary of responsibilities (not comprehensive of all tasks):
- Proactively and successfully monitors assigned account revenue and share performance as measured by our corporate performance tools (Tableau, Sales Force, SD/RM Reporting, etc.)
- Identifies and executes margin opportunities by leveraging sales tools such as CASS, World ACD, GIA’s, eNCI in consultatively selling to our most strategic corporate accounts
- Performs data analysis to proactively identify revenue opportunities and creates innovative actions plans/solutions to capture opportunities and remove barriers
- Manages overall Global/Regional account performance against goals for all assigned accounts
- Supports 360-selling activities including opportunities with transportation, MRO, sustainability initiatives and opportunities, cargo charter, humanitarian efforts, and any other key initiatives
- Works collaboratively with SD and other stakeholders in managing Business Review Meeting (BRM) content and drives the execution
- Successfully collaborates with SD/RM as well as the global sales organization in leading contract negotiation, implementation strategy & quality control
- Represent the Global Account Team by traveling to all 3 regions for account visits
- Perform account performance reviews both in person and virtually when necessary
- Lead customer requests for pricing requests and work with Sales Development and Revenue Management counterparts to deliver winning bids
- Develop detailed account plans that lay out a path for share growth
- Work with local sales counterparts to drive your set account strategies
- Work with operational counterparts to solve for operational issues that may arise
BENEFITS AND PERKS TO HELP YOU KEEP CLIMBING
Our culture is rooted in a shared dedication to living our values – Care, Integrity, Resilience, Servant Leadership, and Teamwork – every day, in everything we do. At Delta, our people are our success. At the heart of what we offer is our focus on Sharing Success with Delta employees. Exploring a career at Delta gives you a chance to see the world while earning great compensation and benefits to help you keep climbing along the way:
- Competitive salary, industry-leading profit sharing program, and performance incentives
- 401(k) with generous company contributions up to 9%
- Paid time off including vacation, holidays, paid personal time, maternity and parental leave
- Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, vision, short/long term disability and life benefits
- Family care assistance through fertility support, surrogacy and adoption assistance, lactation support, subsidized back-up care, and programs that help with loved ones in all stages
- Holistic Wellbeing programs to support physical, emotional, social, and financial health, including access to an employee assistance program offering support for you and anyone in your household, free financial coaching, and extensive resources supporting mental health
- Domestic and International space-available flight privileges for employees and eligible family members
- Career development programs to achieve your long-term career goals
- World-wide partnerships to engage in community service and innovative goals created to focus on sustainability and reducing our carbon footprint
- Business Resource Groups created to connect employees with common interests to promote inclusion, provide perspective and help implement strategies
- Recognition rewards and awards through the platform Unstoppable Together
- Access to over 500 discounts, specialty savings and voluntary benefits through Deltaperks such as car and hotel rentals and auto, home, and pet insurance, legal services, and childcare
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum of 3+ years of cargo sales and account management experience is required.
- The successful candidate will possess a results-oriented, proven track record of managing global or regional clients in the air freight industry or other B2B verticals
- The ability to plan and implement sales strategies and initiatives aligned with Cargo Division goals and objectives and in alignment with fellow Global and Strategic Accounts team members
- Strong orientation towards consultative account management and the understanding of how to create and maintain profitable business relationships with top assigned cargo accounts
- A demonstrated track record of managing revenue-generating projects with measurable goals
- Must possess analytical thinking, strong negotiation skills, and solid decision-making abilities
- A desire to continually develop negotiation and analytical skills, as well as the ability to produce action plans based on data and market intelligence
- Must be able to balance multiple competing priorities in a demanding, fast-paced environment, be comfortable in front of senior level executives and have exceptional presentation, oral and written skills
- Must have relationship building abilities, be customer-focused and have good planning and organizational multi-tasking abilities while working independently
- Strong professional demeanor, be able to work under pressure, meet short deadlines, balance multiple and rapidly shifting priorities with little direct supervision
- In-depth cargo industry knowledge
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office products
- Must possess a current passport and have the ability and flexibility to travel and represent Delta Cargo at account, JV, and internal meetings as well as industry functions both domestically and internationally
- Able to travel 50% of the time as needed depending upon location / account assignments
- Must be performing satisfactorily in current position
- Additionally, candidate must demonstrate leadership capabilities amongst field sales and can disseminate information professionally in alignment with Delta core values
- Consistently prioritizes safety and security of self, others, and personal data
- Embraces diverse people, thinking, and styles
- Possesses a high school diploma, GED, or high school equivalency
- Is at least 18 years of age and has authorization to work in the United States
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- +5 years of cargo/cargo sales experience
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Experience being self-reliant for data needs using Tableau and other tools
- Salesforce.com experience highly desired
- A minimum of 5 years of global cargo sales experience
LOCATION
UNITED STATES, GEORGIA, ATLANTA
CARGO COMMERCIAL
12-MAR-2026
REF #: 31837
INTRODUCTION
The Global Account Manager, Cargo Sales formulates, implements and manages cargo sales strategies and account plans using the cargo sales processes that guide the cargo sales force to results-driven revenue performance among Delta Cargo's Global Accounts - our largest and most important global cargo customers. Responsible for owning the entire account management, revenue and contracting relationship at the global and regional corporate offices as well as gateway/local interface as needed. The Global Account Manager leads and provides guidance and strategic support to regional and district sales managers, account managers and other key stakeholders both domestically and internationally to achieve division revenue objectives. The Manager also works with Sales Development (SD) and Revenue Management on tailored customer specific pricing programs including RFQ, RFP, and bids as needed. Utilizes various information and data streams in working collaboratively and cross-functionally with relevant stakeholders in order to drive desired account performance and revenue growth in helping the cargo division exceed overall yield and revenue goals across the network. Extensive global/regional travel required.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Summary of responsibilities (not comprehensive of all tasks):
- Proactively and successfully monitors assigned account revenue and share performance as measured by our corporate performance tools (Tableau, Sales Force, SD/RM Reporting, etc.)
- Identifies and executes margin opportunities by leveraging sales tools such as CASS, World ACD, GIA’s, eNCI in consultatively selling to our most strategic corporate accounts
- Performs data analysis to proactively identify revenue opportunities and creates innovative actions plans/solutions to capture opportunities and remove barriers
- Manages overall Global/Regional account performance against goals for all assigned accounts
- Supports 360-selling activities including opportunities with transportation, MRO, sustainability initiatives and opportunities, cargo charter, humanitarian efforts, and any other key initiatives
- Works collaboratively with SD and other stakeholders in managing Business Review Meeting (BRM) content and drives the execution
- Successfully collaborates with SD/RM as well as the global sales organization in leading contract negotiation, implementation strategy & quality control
- Represent the Global Account Team by traveling to all 3 regions for account visits
- Perform account performance reviews both in person and virtually when necessary
- Lead customer requests for pricing requests and work with Sales Development and Revenue Management counterparts to deliver winning bids
- Develop detailed account plans that lay out a path for share growth
- Work with local sales counterparts to drive your set account strategies
- Work with operational counterparts to solve for operational issues that may arise
BENEFITS AND PERKS TO HELP YOU KEEP CLIMBING
Our culture is rooted in a shared dedication to living our values – Care, Integrity, Resilience, Servant Leadership, and Teamwork – every day, in everything we do. At Delta, our people are our success. At the heart of what we offer is our focus on Sharing Success with Delta employees. Exploring a career at Delta gives you a chance to see the world while earning great compensation and benefits to help you keep climbing along the way:
- Competitive salary, industry-leading profit sharing program, and performance incentives
- 401(k) with generous company contributions up to 9%
- Paid time off including vacation, holidays, paid personal time, maternity and parental leave
- Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, vision, short/long term disability and life benefits
- Family care assistance through fertility support, surrogacy and adoption assistance, lactation support, subsidized back-up care, and programs that help with loved ones in all stages
- Holistic Wellbeing programs to support physical, emotional, social, and financial health, including access to an employee assistance program offering support for you and anyone in your household, free financial coaching, and extensive resources supporting mental health
- Domestic and International space-available flight privileges for employees and eligible family members
- Career development programs to achieve your long-term career goals
- World-wide partnerships to engage in community service and innovative goals created to focus on sustainability and reducing our carbon footprint
- Business Resource Groups created to connect employees with common interests to promote inclusion, provide perspective and help implement strategies
- Recognition rewards and awards through the platform Unstoppable Together
- Access to over 500 discounts, specialty savings and voluntary benefits through Deltaperks such as car and hotel rentals and auto, home, and pet insurance, legal services, and childcare
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum of 3+ years of cargo sales and account management experience is required.
- The successful candidate will possess a results-oriented, proven track record of managing global or regional clients in the air freight industry or other B2B verticals
- The ability to plan and implement sales strategies and initiatives aligned with Cargo Division goals and objectives and in alignment with fellow Global and Strategic Accounts team members
- Strong orientation towards consultative account management and the understanding of how to create and maintain profitable business relationships with top assigned cargo accounts
- A demonstrated track record of managing revenue-generating projects with measurable goals
- Must possess analytical thinking, strong negotiation skills, and solid decision-making abilities
- A desire to continually develop negotiation and analytical skills, as well as the ability to produce action plans based on data and market intelligence
- Must be able to balance multiple competing priorities in a demanding, fast-paced environment, be comfortable in front of senior level executives and have exceptional presentation, oral and written skills
- Must have relationship building abilities, be customer-focused and have good planning and organizational multi-tasking abilities while working independently
- Strong professional demeanor, be able to work under pressure, meet short deadlines, balance multiple and rapidly shifting priorities with little direct supervision
- In-depth cargo industry knowledge
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office products
- Must possess a current passport and have the ability and flexibility to travel and represent Delta Cargo at account, JV, and internal meetings as well as industry functions both domestically and internationally
- Able to travel 50% of the time as needed depending upon location / account assignments
- Must be performing satisfactorily in current position
- Additionally, candidate must demonstrate leadership capabilities amongst field sales and can disseminate information professionally in alignment with Delta core values
- Consistently prioritizes safety and security of self, others, and personal data
- Embraces diverse people, thinking, and styles
- Possesses a high school diploma, GED, or high school equivalency
- Is at least 18 years of age and has authorization to work in the United States
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- +5 years of cargo/cargo sales experience
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Experience being self-reliant for data needs using Tableau and other tools
- Salesforce.com experience highly desired
- A minimum of 5 years of global cargo sales experience
LOCATION
UNITED STATES, GEORGIA, ATLANTA
CARGO COMMERCIAL
12-MAR-2026
REF #: 31837
How to Get Visa Sponsorship as a Global Account Manager
Frame your international background as a revenue asset
Global account managers who speak additional languages or understand foreign markets are genuinely harder to replace. Lead with specific regions or industries you cover fluently, especially if the employer has international clients or expansion plans on their roadmap.
Clarify your OPT end date and STEM extension eligibility early
If your degree qualifies for STEM OPT, you may have up to 36 months of work authorization total. Confirm this with your DSO before interviews so you can answer timeline questions confidently without creating unnecessary uncertainty for hiring managers.
Connect degree field to the account management role explicitly
H-1B eligibility for account managers depends on demonstrating specialty occupation. Business, marketing, or international relations degrees support this claim most directly. Prepare a one-sentence explanation of how your academic background maps to the strategic responsibilities of the role.
Prioritize roles with quota attainment visibility, not just base employment
Employers sponsoring OPT account managers want evidence of performance potential. Roles that track pipeline contribution, retention rates, or expansion revenue give you concrete metrics to cite in interviews and strengthen your case for H-1B sponsorship down the line.
Use Migrate Mate to find employers already open to OPT candidates
Searching broadly wastes time when many postings exclude work authorization requirements upfront. Migrate Mate filters for employers actively seeking OPT-eligible candidates, so you spend your applications on companies already prepared to work with your timeline.
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Can I work as a Global Account Manager on OPT?
Yes. OPT authorizes full-time employment in any role directly related to your field of study. Global account management typically qualifies under business, marketing, or communications degrees. Your employer doesn't need to file any petition during your OPT period, but your work must align with your degree to satisfy USCIS requirements.
Do Global Account Manager roles qualify for STEM OPT extension?
Not automatically. STEM OPT eligibility depends on your degree classification, not your job title. If you hold a STEM-designated degree, such as management information systems or data analytics, and your employer participates in E-Verify, you may qualify for a 24-month extension. Confirm your degree's STEM status with your DSO before assuming eligibility.
Will employers sponsor Global Account Managers for H-1B after OPT?
Many do, particularly at enterprise software, cloud infrastructure, and professional services companies where account managers manage complex, high-value client relationships. The key is demonstrating that the role requires a specific bachelor's degree or higher, which satisfies the specialty occupation standard. Employers with existing immigration counsel are more likely to sponsor without friction.
How do I find Global Account Manager jobs that accept OPT candidates?
The fastest approach is searching platforms built specifically for visa-authorized candidates. Migrate Mate lists Global Account Manager roles from employers already open to OPT work authorization, so you avoid wasting applications on companies that screen out international candidates before the interview stage. Filter by role type and work authorization acceptance to narrow results quickly.
What happens to my OPT if I'm between Global Account Manager jobs?
F-1 OPT allows up to 90 days of unemployment, or 150 days if you have a STEM extension. If you leave one employer and are actively job searching, those days count against your unemployment limit. Transitioning directly from one employer to another is ideal. Notify your DSO of any employment changes promptly to keep your record current with SEVP.
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