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Roadrunner Transportation Services, Inc.
Account Executive, Field
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An Account Executive manages communications with business clients that buy services from a company, such as advertising or banking services, or manages sales accounts. Works with a set of clients over time, and recruits new clients. Promotes products developed specifically for a client, such as an advertising campaign, or matches clients with available services or products.
$73,182 / year median in the U.S.
+0% projected growth
Job Description
Account Executive, Field Roadrunner Transportation Services, Inc. - 2.7 Grand Prairie, TX Job Details Full-time $90,000 a year 6 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications Customer relationship building Driver's License Decision making Full Job Description This role sits at the front line of revenue generation, responsible for expanding market share and strengthening customer relationships in a highly competitive, logistics-driven environment. The business is scaling, and sustained growth depends on disciplined prospecting, structured account management, and strong alignment between Sales and Operations. Success in this role means consistently creating new revenue opportunities while protecting and expanding existing accounts. It requires the ability to operate independently in the field, build trusted relationships, and translate customer needs into commercially sound solutions. This is a mission-critical position that directly influences revenue performance, customer retention, and long-term market positioning. What you'll do 1. Drive new business acquisition Build and execute a disciplined prospecting strategy using cold outreach, appointments, and field engagement Identify, qualify, and convert new business opportunities within defined territories Maintain a strong sales pipeline with clear progression toward close Represent the company confidently in customer-facing interactions, from first contact through deal execution 2. Own and grow customer accounts Develop and maintain high-trust relationships with customer accounts through consistent, professional engagement Conduct regular account reviews to identify expansion opportunities and mitigate risk Act as the primary commercial point of contact for customers, ensuring responsiveness and follow-through Deliver a high-quality customer experience that reinforces long-term partnership 3. Align cross-functionally to deliver results Partner closely with Operations to understand customer requirements and resolve service-related issues Communicate effectively with internal teams, terminals, and corporate stakeholders to ensure seamless execution Translate customer feedback into actionable insights that improve service delivery Coordinate internally on pricing, service capabilities, and account strategy 4. Manage pricing and commercial execution Develop account pricing aligned with customer needs and company strategy Prepare and submit pricing requests for internal approval with accuracy and clarity Interpret agreements, financial data, and service parameters to ensure sound decision-making Support collections efforts to ensure revenue realization and account health 5. Maintain operational discipline and reporting Produce weekly sales reports and account profiles with clear insights and action plans Track account activity, pipeline progress, and performance metrics Maintain accurate documentation and account records Operate with high attention to detail in managing sensitive commercial and customer data What you bring Bachelor's degree or a minimum of 2+ years of sales experience (or equivalent combination) Proven ability to generate new business and manage customer relationships independently Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present to customers and leadership Experience interpreting pricing agreements, financial reports, and contractual documents High level of business acumen and numerical proficiency (discounts, commissions, percentages, etc.) Strong time management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel Preferred knowledge of HazMat regulations and logistics/transportation environments Valid driver's license with the ability to travel for field-based sales activity Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential business information responsibly How you operate You operate with ownership and accountability for revenue outcomes You think in terms of systems and long-term account value, not short-term wins You balance speed and discipline in how you manage pipeline and customer commitments You communicate clearly, directly, and professionally across all levels You build trust quickly and maintain it through consistency and follow-through You stay organized and execute without constant oversight You solve problems pragmatically, even in ambiguous or unstructured situations