Freight Broker Sales Account Executive

CWI Logistics2 months ago
Winter Haven, FL, United States
Hybrid
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)

Job Description

CWI Transportation

the transportation brokerage division of CWI Logistics, a third-party logistics (3PL) provider delivering turnkey solutions in warehousing, packaging, and logistics across all temperature ranges. The company combines a strong work ethic with cost-effective services designed to create real value for customers and team members. With deep industry experience and a record of operational excellence, CWI Logistics supports businesses with reliable, scalable distribution solutions. Leveraging a strategic geographic presence, the company focuses on long-term partnerships that help clients succeed and grow.

What You’ll Do

The Freight Broker Sales Account Executive role is a full-time, hybrid position based in Winter Haven, FL, with some flexibility for work from home.

  • Expand our transportation brokerage business through prospecting, networking, referrals.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with shippers and carriers while negotiating rates within company guidelines.
  • Dispatching loads, monitoring transit, updating internal systems, and collaborating with operations to meet service and cost targets.
  • Ensure carrier compliance with CWI safety and vetting standards and customers meet credit requirements.
  • Monitor carrier performance to ensure service expectations are consistently met.
  • Support budgeting, revenue forecasting, and account analysis activities.

What You Bring

  • Proven success developing and closing new business opportunities.
  • Demonstrated skills in carrier sourcing, rate negotiation, and load coordination.
  • Strong Customer Service and Account Management abilities to build relationships, manage expectations, and support recurring business.
  • Experience with Dispatching, including scheduling, tracking shipments, and communicating real-time updates to customers and drivers.
  • Knowledge of transportation and logistics operations, including modes of freight, regulatory requirements, and basic supply chain concepts.
  • Proficiency with logistics software, load boards, and standard office tools (e.g., Excel, email, CRM or TMS platforms).
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills, with strong negotiation, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
  • Ability to work both on-site in Winter Haven, FL and remotely, managing time and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • At least 2 years of relevant experience in freight brokerage, logistics, or transportation; a bachelor’s degree in business, logistics, or a related field is beneficial.

Why You'll Love Working Here

  • Base pay, bonus opportunities and unlimited earning potential.
  • A collaborative team environment where your wins are celebrated, and your challenges are shared.
  • Full-time employees enjoy benefits like Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO, Disability, 401k, Discount Program, Tuition reimbursement, and a generous employee referral program.
  • Three-time recipient of Polk County’s Best Places to Work Award.

Apply Today!

Required Skills

Problem Solving
Logistics Software
Rate Negotiation
CRM Software
Dispatching
Account Management
Communication
Negotiation
Sales
Load Coordination
Customer Service
Excel
Carrier Sourcing