Freight Solutions Sales Executive

Southland Transportation; Hickory (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Southland Transportation is seeking a Sales Executive to identify new business opportunities in freight and logistics, manage client relationships, and meet sales targets. You will develop solutions, present them to clients, and collaborate with operations to ensure service excellence.

Requirements include 3–5 years in sales within freight/logistics, a Bachelor's degree, and strong CRM and negotiation skills. Occasional travel to meet clients and industry events is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in business, logistics, or related field.
• 3–5 years of sales experience in freight/logistics preferred.
• Strong communication and negotiation abilities.
• Proven track record of meeting/exceeding sales targets.
• Ability to develop tailored freight solutions.

Responsibilities

• Identify prospects in freight/logistics and target potential clients.
• Generate leads via cold calls, emails, social channels, and industry events.
• Present tailored freight solutions and close contracts.
• Maintain long-term client relationships and ensure service excellence.
• Collaborate with operations and finance to fulfill contracts.

Skills

Closing deals

Lead generation

Prospecting

Client relationship management

Negotiation

CRM proficiency

Communication (verbal/written)

Industry knowledge: freight/logistics

Time management

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Logistics, or related

3–5 years sales experience in freight/logistics

Tools

CRM software

Freight management systems

Job description

Southland Transportation is seeking a Sales Executive to identify new business opportunities in freight and logistics, manage client relationships, and meet sales targets. You will develop solutions, present them to clients, and collaborate with operations to ensure service excellence.

Requirements include 3–5 years in sales within freight/logistics, a Bachelor's degree, and strong CRM and negotiation skills. Occasional travel to meet clients and industry events is expected.