Problem Solver /Account Executive

Problem Solver / Account Executive

Increase your chances of an interview by reading the following overview of this role before making an application.

Be a Problem Solver.

Location: Newport, KY (Onsite) 

Compensation: Base Salary + Uncapped Commission 

First-Year Earnings Potential: $50,000 - $55,000+ based on performance 

PTO: 10 Days Paid Time Off

Proven Process. Real Results.

At Legion Logistics, we've built a system that works. We're looking for motivated, competitive individuals who want more than just a job. If you're coachable, driven, and willing to put in the work, we'll provide the training, tools, and support to help you build a successful sales career.

This isn't an order-taking or account maintenance role. We're looking for people who enjoy building relationships, solving problems, and creating new business opportunities. If you're energized by competition, motivated by results, and ready to bet on yourself, we'd love to meet you.

What You'll Do

• Develop and grow relationships with new and existing business clients
• Identify customer challenges and provide transportation and logistics solutions
• Prospect, cold call, and generate new business opportunities
• Negotiate rates, services, and contracts with customers
• Manage accounts while continuing to uncover growth opportunities
• Collaborate with operations teams to ensure exceptional service and customer satisfaction
• Consistently work toward and exceed sales goals

Comprehensive Training Program

We invest heavily in training because we believe understanding the business is the key to sales success.

Freight Operations Bootcamp

Learn how freight moves across the country, including equipment types, lanes, dispatching, and the day-to-day logistics process.

Operations Immersion

Spend your first several weeks alongside our operations and account management teams to gain firsthand experience and industry knowledge.

Sales Development

Master Legion's proven sales process, prospecting strategies, objection handling, negotiation techniques, and account growth methods using real opportunities and live coaching.

What We're Looking For

You Are:

• Competitive and motivated to succeed
• Coachable and open to feedback
• Resilient and comfortable handling rejection
• A strong communicator who builds relationships naturally
• Goal-oriented and driven by performance
• Eager to learn and develop professionally

You Might Not Enjoy This Role If:

• You're waiting for opportunities to come to you
• You prefer a predictable, low-pressure work environment
• You're uncomfortable making outbound calls or asking for business
• You struggle with persistence when faced with setbacks

Career Growth

We believe advancement should be earned through performance. Top performers have a clear path to increased responsibility, leadership opportunities, and higher earning potential.

Why Legion Logistics?

Before making a decision, we encourage candidates to visit our office, meet the team, and hear firsthand what it's like to work here. xhyhwjd We're proud of our culture, our process, and the opportunities we've created for people willing to put in the effort.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid Time Off

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred

• 1+ year of sales experience
• 1+ year of logistics or transportation experience

Work Location: In Person, Newport, KY