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Logistics Executive jobs are open across manufacturing, retail, e-commerce, healthcare, and third-party logistics, from manager to VP and C-suite levels, with specializations in supply chain optimization, transportation management, and warehouse operations. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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JOB TITLE: Logistics Sales Executive
DEPARTMENT: Transportation
FLSA: Exempt
WORKING CONDITIONS: 100% Onsite in office
Erlanger, Ky
Position is not routinely exposed to adverse environmental conditions; typical office environment.
REPORTS TO: Sr. Mgr Freight Brokerage
DIRECT REPORTS: n/a
POSITION SUMMARY: The Logistics Sales Executive is responsible for building a book of business, developing carrier relationships and ensuring customer expectations are met with scheduled pick up, delivery and load tender. The position works closely with other Logistics Account Executives and partners with the Senior Manager of Freight Brokerage to ensure departmental goals and objectives are achieved.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Manage shipments for customers, procuring capacity and negotiating pricing to allow for revenue growth.
- Exercise discretion in the negotiation of rates with customers and carriers to meet or exceed targeted net margin per load on assigned accounts.
- Build and foster positive relationships with customers and resolve service issues using independent judgment and discretion to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Identify and solicit additional business opportunities with new and current customer accounts.
- Schedule and manage appointments and on-time performance with shippers and receivers.
- Locate and arrange approved carriers to cover customer loads and manage timeliness of loading and unloading.
- Strive for continuous improvement, identify existing or potential issues, and assist in corrective action.
- Effectively communicate service offerings to current and potential customers
- Dispatch carriers and properly update your loads within the company TMS.
Marginal Functions:
- Assist in accounts receivable collections efforts.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, rotating after hours, weekend and holiday coverage based on customer requirements.
- Escalate customer challenges to leadership team for resolutions.
- Offering pricing updates and market insight to customers based on available tools.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, written and verbal.
- Ability to prioritize, organize and handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced office environment.
- Ability to work efficiently with a professional, customer friendly attitude.
- Work in a team environment and collaborate with other departments.
- Detail oriented with strong communication skills.
Experience
Preferred- freight sales
- sales and negotiation
- cold calling
Behaviors
Preferred- Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
Motivations
Required- Entrepreneurial Spirit: Inspired to perform well by an ability to drive new ventures within the business
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
JOB TITLE: Logistics Sales Executive
DEPARTMENT: Transportation
FLSA: Exempt
WORKING CONDITIONS: 100% Onsite in office
Erlanger, Ky
Position is not routinely exposed to adverse environmental conditions; typical office environment.
REPORTS TO: Sr. Mgr Freight Brokerage
DIRECT REPORTS: n/a
POSITION SUMMARY: The Logistics Sales Executive is responsible for building a book of business, developing carrier relationships and ensuring customer expectations are met with scheduled pick up, delivery and load tender. The position works closely with other Logistics Account Executives and partners with the Senior Manager of Freight Brokerage to ensure departmental goals and objectives are achieved.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Manage shipments for customers, procuring capacity and negotiating pricing to allow for revenue growth.
- Exercise discretion in the negotiation of rates with customers and carriers to meet or exceed targeted net margin per load on assigned accounts.
- Build and foster positive relationships with customers and resolve service issues using independent judgment and discretion to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Identify and solicit additional business opportunities with new and current customer accounts.
- Schedule and manage appointments and on-time performance with shippers and receivers.
- Locate and arrange approved carriers to cover customer loads and manage timeliness of loading and unloading.
- Strive for continuous improvement, identify existing or potential issues, and assist in corrective action.
- Effectively communicate service offerings to current and potential customers
- Dispatch carriers and properly update your loads within the company TMS.
Marginal Functions:
- Assist in accounts receivable collections efforts.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, rotating after hours, weekend and holiday coverage based on customer requirements.
- Escalate customer challenges to leadership team for resolutions.
- Offering pricing updates and market insight to customers based on available tools.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, written and verbal.
- Ability to prioritize, organize and handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced office environment.
- Ability to work efficiently with a professional, customer friendly attitude.
- Work in a team environment and collaborate with other departments.
- Detail oriented with strong communication skills.
Experience
Preferred- freight sales
- sales and negotiation
- cold calling
Behaviors
Preferred- Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
Motivations
Required- Entrepreneurial Spirit: Inspired to perform well by an ability to drive new ventures within the business
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in logistics executive jobs.
- 7 or more years of progressive supply chain or logistics management experience
- Proven leadership of large cross-functional teams across multiple facilities or regions
- Proficiency with transportation management systems and warehouse management systems
- Strong knowledge of freight carrier networks, customs compliance, and import/export regulations
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain, logistics, business, or a related field
- APICS CSCP or CLTD certification preferred by many enterprise employers
Tips for Your Logistics Executive Job Search
Quantify supply chain impact on your resume
Logistics executive roles attract heavy competition, so your resume needs to show outcomes, not just responsibilities. Lead with figures like cost reductions, on-time delivery improvements, or inventory shrinkage percentages you drove in previous roles.
Tailor your resume to network size
A regional distributor and a global 3PL operator have different expectations. Highlight multi-site or cross-border experience when applying to enterprise roles, and lean into local vendor relationships and community ties for regional or mid-market openings.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists logistics executive openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target industries where you have domain depth
Logistics execution varies significantly by sector. Cold-chain expertise matters in food and pharma, while reverse logistics knowledge stands out in retail and e-commerce. Applying within your industry domain increases your odds of clearing the initial screen.
Prepare a turnaround or crisis case study
Interviewers for executive logistics roles almost always probe for how you handled disruption, whether a supplier failure, a port delay, or a sudden demand spike. Arrive with a specific, structured example that shows your decision-making process and the measurable result.
Negotiate total compensation, not just base pay
Logistics executive offers frequently include performance bonuses tied to service-level agreements and cost targets. Understand which metrics those bonuses are benchmarked against before you accept, so you can assess whether the targets are realistic and push back if they aren't.
Logistics Executive Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most logistics executives?
The most active employers for logistics executives right now are R+L Global Logistics, Target, and Amrecco, and the most openings are in Georgia, Ohio, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Activity shifts with peak retail seasons and large distribution network expansions, so checking listings regularly gives you the most current picture.
How many logistics executive jobs are remote?
About 47% of logistics executive openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with on-site roles concentrated in distribution, fulfillment, and manufacturing environments. Strategic and planning-heavy functions, such as network design, carrier procurement, and supply chain analytics leadership, are the most likely to offer remote or hybrid flexibility.
How do you become a logistics executive?
Start by building deep operational experience in a specific logistics function, such as transportation, warehousing, or procurement, then take on roles that require managing teams and budgets. Pursue a relevant certification like APICS CSCP to signal strategic competency. Move into director-level positions that give you cross-functional visibility, then pursue VP or C-suite roles once you have demonstrated results at scale.
Can you get hired as a logistics executive without direct executive experience?
Yes, especially at smaller companies or in high-growth sectors where the title reflects scope rather than a strict tenure requirement. Focus on roles where you have already owned outcomes at scale, led sizable teams, or managed a significant cost center. A strong operational record, backed by measurable results, can outweigh a title gap for the right employer.
What does the logistics executive interview process look like?
Most processes start with a phone or video screen to confirm scope fit, followed by a structured behavioral interview focused on leadership, crisis response, and cross-functional collaboration. Expect a case or scenario exercise involving a supply chain challenge, then a final round with senior leadership or the board. References are typically checked before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to logistics executive jobs?
You can find and apply to logistics executive jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your experience and specialization, then apply directly to each listing from the page.
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