Freight Account Executive

About Redkey Express

Redkey Express is a growing logistics and transportation company specializing in Expedited, LTL, FTL, and Warehousing solutions. Our team is committed to exceptional customer service, operational excellence, and long-term partnerships with our clients and carriers.

Position Overview

As a Freight Account Executive, you will play a key role in growing our customer base and deepening relationships with current clients. You’ll act as a sales hunter, customer relationship manager, and logistics problem-solver all in one. Your success will be driven by your ability to source freight, build trust, and manage freight execution from start to finish.

Key Responsibilities

• Sales & Business Development
  
  
  • Prospect and onboard new customers via calls, emails, networking, and referrals.
  • Manage a sales pipeline and hit weekly/monthly sales goals.
  • Understand client needs and tailor transportation solutions accordingly.
    
    
• Account Management
  
  
  • Build long-term relationships with customers through responsive service and consistent communication.
  • Maintain knowledge of customers’ lanes, volumes, seasonality, and service preferences.
• Operational Coordination
  
  
  • Work closely with dispatch, carrier sales, and customer service to ensure loads are covered and delivered on time.
  • Monitor shipments proactively and resolve issues as they arise.
  • Provide rate quotes, negotiate pricing, and secure capacity.
    
    
• Documentation & Compliance
  
  
  • Ensure accurate data entry of all load and customer information into TMS.
  • Maintain required documentation in accordance with DOT and company policies.
    
    

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in freight brokerage, trucking, logistics sales, or 3PL.
• Strong book of business is a plus (but not required).
• Self-starter with a competitive spirit and results-oriented mindset.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and follow-up skills.
• Experience working with TMS platforms and CRM systems.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple priorities.
  
  

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary + uncapped commission
• Health, dental, and vision benefits (if applicable)
• 401k - Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Flexible work environment
• Growth opportunities within a fast-growing company
• Team support and ongoing training