Senior Account Executive

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.

Compensation for this role is The role may also be eligible for bonus or commission pay. Actual compensation may vary due to factors such as experience and skill set.

Transportation Sales Experience Required

As a Senior Account Executive, you’ll be responsible for identifying, pitching and closing new customers within the freight brokerage space. You’ll target high-volume, strategic accounts and manage the full sales cycle—from initial outreach to managing the book of business, securing the deal. This is a high-impact, hunter-focused role centered on driving new business.

What Your Day-to-day Will Look Like

• Proactively seek out and develop new business opportunities
• Cold call, network and prospect to build a strong pipeline
• Create tailored freight solutions for high-volume shippers
• Negotiate rates, close deals and oversee customer onboarding
• Stay informed on market trends, pricing and capacity
• Partner with operations to ensure a smooth transition and service delivery

At a minimum, you’ll need:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent related work or military experience
• 2 years of freight brokerage customer sales experience

• 5 years of sales experience in Transportation or Third-Party Logistics (3PL)
• A proven track record in outbound, hunter-style sales
• Excellent negotiation and relationship-building skills
• A high-energy, goal-driven mindset with a passion for results

Why Join Us

Our Benefits

• Supplemental medical, dental, and vision plans to keep you at peak performance
• Pension plan with an employer matching contribution
• Company-paid disability and life insurance
• Mental health resources and Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Career and Leadership Development Programs
• Paid time off, company holidays, and volunteer days

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.