Account Executive

Allen Lund Company, LLC
Downers Grove, IL

Our Story
With $1,000 in his pocket, Allen Lund made the brave decision to start his own transportation brokerage company. It was 1976, when Allen Lund Company formally opened the first office in Los Angeles. Now, we have 41 offices throughout the country and continue to grow!

Ready to kickstart your career with a company that values hustle, heart, and long-term growth? We’re not your average company — and this isn’t your average job.

At Allen Lund Company, we’re always looking for ambitious, motivated individuals who want more than just a job. If you’re someone who thrives in a fast-paced, team-driven environment and loves the challenge of building strong relationships and delivering real results — we want to hear from you.

We’ve built our reputation by hiring great people, investing in their growth, and creating a culture where they stick around — over half our employees have been here 10+ years. That says a lot!

Why You’ll Love Working Here
  • Inclusive, team-first company culture
  • Best-in-class benefits & wellness programs
  • Generous 401(k) match and profit-sharing
  • Clear paths for career growth and internal mobility
  • Full training and ongoing development
  • Shared company ownership — yep, you read that right
  • Recognition for doing great work — not just showing up
  • Uncapped/non-territory based commission opportunity plus Salary!
Are you experienced in non-asset based 3pl Sales? Want to sell and represent a national top 20 3pl/best in class company? We are looking for a National Sales Manager to join our team! The National Sales Manager will work with the sales force within a branch office. If this is you - let’s talk!

What You’ll Do as a Account Executive

  • Contact new customers and draw on your unique skills, abilities and competencies to secure sale.
  • Develop systems and processes for effective prospect identification, qualification and management.
  • Sell and Close New shippers.
  • Build a book of business.
  • Carry out strategies through prospect contact, proposal development and presentation, effective follow-up and account management.
  • Work with the transportation brokers to maximize the volume of loads from new customers through ongoing sales meetings and strategy sessions.
  • Uphold the company standard following the company principles of Customer, Company, Office.
What You Bring to the Table!
3 year minimum non-asset based 3pl sales experience
Bachelor Degree Required
Experience in Dry Van, Reefer, Flatbed ,and/or LTL freight
Excellent verbal and written skills
Effective at problem resolution
Self-Motivated and driven with an eagerness to work as a team player
Able to work independently but also in a team environment
Driven, dependable, and eager to learn
Natural communicator with strong people skills
Computer & technology literate

Posted 2025-09-29

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