Top 14 freight forwarding manager Jobs in washington state

Freight Forwarding Manager
Express Employment Professionals —Renton, WA
- $130,000 - $165,000 a year
- Full-time
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
- Warehouse
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Logistics Manager
SOGDA —Kirkland, WA
- $85,000 - $105,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- English
- Mid-level
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Fleet Manager
World Group —Sumner, WA
- Contract
- Microsoft Outlook
- Customer service
- High school diploma or GED
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
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Business Development Manager
ClearFreight —Tukwila, WA
- Full-time
- Remote
- Mid-level
- Administrative experience
- High school diploma or GED
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Operations Manager
PGL —Seattle, WA
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Writing skills
- ERP systems
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Operational Account Manager
DSV —Kent, WA
- $80,168 - $101,500 a year
- Email
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
- Bachelor's degree
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
Business Development Manager
Scan Global Logistics —Seattle, WA
- $120,000 - $150,000 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Up to 50% travel
- 5 years
- Bachelor's degree
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
Team Lead, Air Imports
DSV —Kent, WA
- $33.00 - $44.75 an hour
- Email
- Computer literacy
- Basic math
- Mid-level
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
Business Development Manager
JAS Worldwide —Seattle, WA
- $100,000 - $150,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- 5 years
- Bachelor's degree
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Territory Sales Manager
DHL —Seattle, WA
- $87,030 - $116,040 a year
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Paid holidays
Export Supervisor
JAS Worldwide —Seattle, WA
- $70,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Freight Forwarding Manager

Express Employment Professionals -
Renton, WA

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Job Details

Full-time
$130,000 - $165,000 a year

Benefits

Paid holidays
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
401(k) matching

Qualifications

Freight sales and client acquisition
Customer communication
Air freight
Operational management
Managing sales strategy or development teams
Air cargo operations
Ocean freight
Sales team management
Profit & loss
Logistics company experience
Air cargo transportation
Sales leadership
Profit and loss analysis
Financial acumen
General management
Logistics sales
Senior leadership

Full Job Description

Freight Forwarding Manager - Renton, WA

Specialized Recruiting Group takes an individualized approach to professional placement. We provide personalized service as unique as the companies and talented candidates we serve. Our team of experienced logistics recruiters bring over 20 years of industry expertise. Reach out to find out how Specialized Recruiting Group can help you take your career to new heights!

Compensation & Benefits:

Competitive salary range: $130,000 - $165,000 annually
Performance-based bonus structure
Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Paid time off and holidays
Long-term career growth potential to Regional VP or VP-level positions
Opportunity to build and lead in an entrepreneurial environment at company headquarters

Position Overview: A leading third-party logistics provider is seeking a dynamic General Manager to lead their Seattle/Renton branch operations. This high-impact role reports directly to the SVP of Forwarding and Freight Services and oversees all aspects of the branch including sales, domestic operations, international operations, and warehouse management. The ideal candidate is a commercially-driven leader with both domestic and international forwarding expertise who thrives in a lean, entrepreneurial environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for the Seattle/Renton branch
Drive revenue growth through commercial strategy and sales team leadership
Manage Product Manager of International Operations overseeing air and ocean import/export team (~11 staff)
Oversee Product Manager of Domestic Operations managing domestic forwarding and service delivery (~5-6 staff including drivers)
Lead and develop sales team to achieve revenue targets and expand market share
Manage warehouse operations in Kent aligned with domestic services
Assess team structure, identify efficiencies, and optimize staffing levels
Balance P&L responsibility while maintaining service excellence
Build strong relationships with customers, carriers, and internal stakeholders
Foster a culture of accountability, performance, and continuous improvement
Collaborate with executive leadership on strategic initiatives and growth opportunities
Ensure operational excellence across all service lines and departments

Required Qualifications:

10+ years of progressive leadership experience in freight forwarding
Proven track record in both sales/commercial leadership and operations management
Strong background in both domestic and international forwarding (air and ocean)
P&L management experience with demonstrated ability to drive profitability
Experience managing multi-functional teams and direct reports at manager level
Track record of revenue growth and operational optimization
Strong business acumen with strategic thinking capabilities
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to roll up sleeves and work hands-on when needed
Bachelor's degree preferred

Ideal Candidate Profile:

Sales-oriented with strong commercial instincts and revenue focus
Operationally competent across multiple service lines
Entrepreneurial mindset with "roll-up-your-sleeves" approach
Background with U.S.-headquartered freight forwarders preferred
Commercially sharp with ability to identify and capture market opportunities
Strong leadership presence with ability to motivate and develop teams
Adaptable and comfortable with change in a growth-focused organization
Career-minded professional seeking 3-5 year runway with advancement potential

What Makes This Role Unique: This position offers the opportunity to lead with direct exposure to executive leadership and corporate strategy. The role provides a clear path for career advancement to Regional VP, VP of Domestic Product, or Head of International based on performance and individual strengths. You'll have the autonomy to build and optimize operations while being supported by a dynamic, entrepreneurial leadership team.

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