Account Executive
At a glance
Mid-level Account Executive role at Rxo. Chicago · full-time · $50,000–$55,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Find prospects through trusted sources and cold calls, then build new business and load volume against sales goals
- Negotiate customer rates that protect profitability while keeping clients satisfied
- Use knowledge of rates, carriers, capacity, equipment, and load types to shape deals
- Coordinate with teammates on rates, carrier selection, specialized equipment, and sale terms
- Keep load procedures, shipment standards, and internal sales and volume records accurate
What you bring
- A bachelor’s degree, equivalent related work, or relevant military experience
- Professional sales experience is preferred, along with transportation or third-party logistics experience
- You can work independently on prospecting while negotiating with customers and coordinating internally
Who this fits
You’ll suit a mid-level sales role centered on brokerage services, personal targets, cold outreach, rate negotiation, and load volume. The job is based in Chicago and pays $50,000 to $55,000 annually, with possible bonus or commission pay. A pre-employment drug test may follow a conditional offer.
From the employer
Accelerate your career at RXO
RXO is a leading provider of transportation solutions. With cutting-edge technology at the center, we're revolutionizing the industry with our massive network and commitment to finding solutions for every challenge. We create more efficient ways for shippers and carriers to transport goods across North America.
As an Account Executive in Brokerage at RXO, you will sell brokerage services to new and existing customers, focusing on your personal sales targets and new business development.
What your day-to-day will look like:
- Independently search for, identify and develop leads through trusted sources and cold calling to secure sales and load volume to meet/exceed goals
- Negotiate with established and developing customers to secure profitable rates and ensure client satisfaction
- Develop and maintain a strong understanding of the industry, including rates, carriers, load capacities, equipment types, etc.
- Work creatively with team members to secure the terms of sale, including negotiating rates, identifying carriers, utilizing specialized equipment, etc.
- Follow established procedures and protocols regarding all loads to ensure the integrity of the shipment and the RXO brand
- Update internal tracking and reporting systems throughout the day to maintain accuracy in sales and volume metrics
At a minimum, you’ll need:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent related work or military experience
It’d be great if you also have:
- 2 years of professional sales experience
- 2 years of experience in transportation or Third-Party Logistics (3PL)
Does this sound like you? Check out what else RXO has to offer.
Why Join Us:
Our Benefits
Competitive pay
Paid time off includes: up to 8 holidays, up to 2 floating Diversity Days, Hourly: Earn up to 13 days PTO/ Salary: Earn up to 15 days PTO, up to 40 hours bereavement leave, up to 16 hours volunteer time, jury duty, at least 2 weeks family bonding leave, up to 40 hours prenatal care leave
401(k) retirement plan with up to 5% company match
Insurance: health, prescription, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life, short and long-term disability, accidental death and personal loss, business travel, legal services, ID theft, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance
Tax-Advantaged Accounts: Health Savings Account, Health Care Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Commuter Spending Account
Health Reimbursement Arrangement
Our Culture
Our values are the key to our unique culture and our ability to deliver for everyone we serve.
We do great things when we are inclusive and work together. To perform with excellence, we learn from one another, value diverse perspectives, operate safely and build strong relationships.
The Next Step
Ready to join our team? We'd love to hear from you. Fill out an application now and join our talent community to learn about future opportunities. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test. The above statements are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills for this job classification. Review RXO's candidate privacy statement here and RXO's Privacy Notice to California Job Applicants here.
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