Freight Sales Executive

Job Description This is a remote position. Job Title: Freight Sales Executive / Account Executive Employment Type: Full-Time Position Overview A growing transportation and logistics organization is seeking experienced Freight Sales Executives who already understand how to sell freight and generate margin. This is not an entry-level transition role. The focus is on proven hunters who can prospect daily, build pipeline, and drive consistent gross profit in a competitive brokerage environment. The ideal candidate understands LTL pricing structures, margin strategy, and how to scale a book of business independently Key Responsibilities • Prospect daily through cold calls, outbound outreach, networking, and referrals • Build and grow a profitable book of freight business • Sell primarily LTL solutions with strong carrier pricing knowledge • Support expedite shipments when required • Handle FTL freight as part of broader customer solutions • Identify opportunities in domestic and international air freight when applicable • Negotiate rates with customers and carriers while protecting margin • Manage gross profit performance and pricing strategy • Expand existing accounts across additional lanes and services • Operate independently without reliance on heavy internal support • Maintain accurate CRM records and pipeline forecasting Requirements • 3+ years of freight brokerage, 3PL, or transportation sales experience • Strong LTL background required • Expedite experience preferred • Some FTL exposure • International air freight experience is a plus • Experience in 3PL or asset-based environments • Demonstrated ability to generate consistent monthly gross profit • Clear understanding of margin, GP, and pricing strategy • Strong cold-calling discipline and daily prospecting habits • Entrepreneurial mindset with accountability for production • Ability to articulate monthly GP numbers and performance metrics