What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sales Account Executive position at Freight Flex?
We are looking for those with 6 months of sales experience who can work onsite at our brand new Knoxville office. Position starts in September to October 2026. Come join our rapidly growing team!
What You’ll Do:
- Prospect, qualify, and develop new business opportunities through outbound calls, emails, networking, and referrals
- Build and maintain strong relationships with shippers, manufacturers, distributors, and other transportation customers
- Manage the full sales cycle, from lead generation through contract negotiation and account onboarding
- Respond to client escalations to solve client issues quickly and ensure smooth operations at origin and destination
- Handle client issues that require advanced industry knowledge
- Develop customized freight and logistics solutions based on customer needs
- Collaborate with operations and carrier teams to ensure successful service execution
- Maintain accurate customer records, sales activities, and pipeline updates within HubSpot
- Step in to fill gaps in the process or implement improved processes as needed
What We Look For:
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Sales, Marketing, Logistics, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience will be considered
- 6 months of sales experience, preferably in freight, logistics, transportation, or supply chain services
- Strong negotiation, presentation, and relationship-building skills
- Proficiency with CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite
- Self-motivated and able to thrive in a results-driven environment
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong organizational and prioritizing skills
Benefits:
- Base salary plus 12% commission
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Optional voluntary insurance products (disability, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, additional life insurance)
- 401k Company Match
- 20 Accrued Days Paid Time off First Year
- Sick Days
- 6 Paid Holidays
- Maternity Parental Leave
- Supplemental Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Monday to Friday 8-5 PM Schedule
- Smart casual attire
- Career Growth Opportunities
We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
Employment visa sponsorship is unavailable for this position. Applicants requiring employment visa sponsorship now or in the future (e.g., F-1 STEM OPT, H-1B, TN, J1 etc.) will not be considered.