What are the responsibilities and job description for the Account Executive - Packer Freight position at PACKER FREIGHT SYSTEMS INC?
Packer Freight is looking for a driven, entrepreneurial Account Executive who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is hungry to grow with a company on the move.
If you’re competitive, self-motivated, and love the thrill of closing deals, this is your opportunity to make an impact.
What You Will Do
You’ll play a critical role in daily operations, flexing across shipper and carrier functions to support your team:
- Coordinate and execute day-to-day logistics activities including:
- Appointment scheduling
- Load creation and entry into TMS
- POD and document retrieval
- Carrier outreach and procurement
- Pricing and quoting support
- Own real-time load tracking, ensuring shipments stay on schedule and customers are proactively updated
- Secure carrier capacity and help ensure on-time pickups and deliveries
- Negotiate freight rates and assist in building a reliable carrier network
- Step in to support Shipper and Carrier Account Executives as needed (team-first mentality is key)
- Collaborate with leadership and teammates to improve workflows and uphold SOPs
- Help implement and adopt new tools, technology, and processes
- Maintain organized systems (carrier lists, Teams folders, documentation, etc.)
- Identify and communicate workload gaps to keep the squad operating efficiently
Qualifications
- Strong communication skills — you’re confident on the phone and clear in writing
- Highly organized with the ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-moving environment
- Detail-oriented with a problem-solving mindset
- Team player who builds strong internal relationships and collaborates effectively
- Comfortable working with technology (Microsoft Office, TMS platforms, tracking tools like MacroPoint)
- Flexible and dependable — willing to step up when the team needs you
Why Join Packer Freight?
- Be part of a high-energy, team-driven environment where your role truly matters
- Opportunity to learn the freight industry from the ground up
- Exposure to both customer-facing and carrier-side operations
- A company that values ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement
- Real opportunities for growth and advancement as we expand
As a Packer Freight Team Member you will also have:
- Competitive base pay with profit sharing bonus program
- Immediate PTO, Paid Holidays, and Volunteer Time Off
- Flexible Schedules
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (eligible the 1st of the month after start date)
- Short & Long-Term Disability
- 401(K) with Company Match
- Company Laptop
- Cell Phone Reimbursement
- Continued Education – Educational Assistance
- Employee Assistance Program (with free counseling sessions)
- Career Growth Potential
- Free Physical Therapy provided by Packfit Paramount Fitness partnership
- Employee Wellness Program (with gym membership reimbursement)
- Packer Freight Apparel and Gifts