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Estes Forwarding Worldwide

Driver, Warehousing

Batavia, OH · On-site

$17.50 - $21.50/hr

Overview Driver Candidates Only: Please CLICK HERE to apply for this job on Tenstreet Estes ... Experience working in Freight Forwarding or Transportation industry preferred. * Must have an ...

Estes Forwarding Worldwide

Driver, Warehousing

Batavia, OH · On-site

$17.50 - $21.50/hr

Overview Driver Candidates Only: Please CLICK HERE to apply for this job on Tenstreet Estes ... Experience working in Freight Forwarding or Transportation industry preferred. * Must have an ...

Estes Forwarding Worldwide

Driver, Warehousing

Batavia, OH · On-site

$17.50 - $21.50/hr

Overview Driver Candidates Only: Please CLICK HERE to apply for this job on Tenstreet Estes ... Experience working in Freight Forwarding or Transportation industry preferred. * Must have an ...

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How much do driver freight forwarder jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for driver freight forwarder in the United States is $49,972.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $44,000.00 and $56,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a driver freight forwarder?

Driver Freight Forwarders are professionals who coordinate and manage the transportation of goods, often driving trucks or vans to deliver cargo between businesses, warehouses, and shipping terminals. They handle logistics tasks such as planning routes, ensuring cargo is properly loaded and secured, and completing necessary shipping documentation. Freight forwarders may also work with customs, track shipments, and communicate with clients to ensure timely and safe delivery. Their role is essential in the supply chain, facilitating the efficient movement of goods domestically or internationally.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a driver freight forwarder?

To thrive as a Driver Freight Forwarder, you need a valid commercial driver's license (CDL), knowledge of freight handling, and understanding of shipping documentation. Familiarity with GPS navigation systems, freight management software, and electronic logging devices (ELDs) is typically required. Strong time management, attention to detail, and customer service skills help ensure efficient and accurate deliveries. These competencies are crucial for maintaining safety, regulatory compliance, and high-quality service in logistics operations.

What are some common challenges faced by driver freight forwarders, and how can they be managed effectively?

Driver Freight Forwarders often encounter challenges such as navigating complex delivery routes, managing tight delivery schedules, and handling unexpected delays like traffic or customs issues. Effective communication with dispatchers and clients, staying updated with route planning technology, and maintaining detailed documentation help overcome these obstacles. Building strong organizational skills and remaining adaptable are key to ensuring timely and efficient freight delivery within this fast-paced environment.

What is the difference between Driver Freight Forwarder vs Warehouse Associate?

AspectDriver Freight ForwarderWarehouse Associate
CredentialsDriver's license, freight handling certificationsNone specific, safety training often required
Work EnvironmentOn the road, transportation hubsWarehouse, storage facilities
Industry UsageLogistics, freight shippingInventory management, order fulfillment

Driver Freight Forwarders focus on transporting goods between locations, requiring driving licenses and freight certifications. Warehouse Associates handle inventory within storage facilities, focusing on packing, sorting, and organizing goods. Both roles are essential in logistics but differ in environment and responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Driver Freight Forwarder job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 6% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 11% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $49,972 per year, or $24 per hour.

Local Transportation Business Development Executive - Miami, FL

Hialeah, FL • On-site

Quick Logistics US LLC
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Full-time

Posted 26 days ago

Job description

Local Transportation Business Development Executive – Miami, FL

Location: Miami / Doral / Medley, Florida
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry: Transportation, Logistics & Warehousing

About the Role

We are looking for a highly driven Business Development Executive – Local Transportation to grow our local transportation business across South Florida.

This is a sales-focused position for someone who understands the Miami logistics market and knows how to identify, prospect, develop, and close customers requiring frequent local transportation services.

The ideal candidate has an existing understanding of the logistics ecosystem in Miami, Doral, Medley, Miami International Airport, PortMiami and surrounding areas, including freight forwarders, airlines, warehouses, distributors, importers/exporters, cruise suppliers and other companies with recurring transportation needs.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop new business for our Local Transportation division in Miami and South Florida.

  • Prospect and acquire customers requiring:

    • Airport and airline cargo pickups and deliveries.

    • Freight Forwarder transportation.

    • Warehouse-to-Warehouse (WH to WH) transfers.

    • Cruise line and cruise supplier transportation.

    • Port and airport-related cargo movements.

    • Local distribution and scheduled deliveries.

    • Dedicated and recurring transportation.

    • Warehouse and transportation integrated solutions.

  • Build and manage a strong pipeline of qualified opportunities.

  • Conduct field prospecting and customer visits throughout Miami-Dade and South Florida.

  • Develop relationships with Freight Forwarders, airlines, warehouses, importers, exporters, distributors, manufacturers and cruise-related companies.

  • Prepare transportation proposals and negotiate rates while protecting company profitability.

  • Identify recurring lanes, transportation patterns and opportunities to convert transactional customers into long-term accounts.

  • Work closely with Operations, Dispatch and Warehouse teams to ensure that proposed solutions are operationally viable.

  • Follow up on quotes and opportunities until closing.

  • Maintain CRM activity, pipeline, customer information and commercial follow-up.

  • Meet monthly targets for new customers, revenue, gross profit and transportation volume.

Required Experience

  • Minimum 3 years of B2B sales or business development experience in transportation, logistics, freight forwarding, trucking, 3PL or warehousing.

  • Strong knowledge of the Miami / South Florida logistics market.

  • Experience selling local transportation, trucking, freight forwarding, 3PL or related logistics services.

  • Understanding of local transportation rates, routes, equipment and operational requirements.

  • Knowledge of warehouse operations and the relationship between transportation and warehousing.

  • Existing relationships within the Miami logistics community are highly valued.

  • Strong prospecting, negotiation and closing skills.

  • Ability to work independently and spend significant time visiting prospects and customers.

  • CRM and sales pipeline management experience.

  • Valid driver's license and ability to travel locally throughout South Florida.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Existing customer portfolio or network of logistics contacts in South Florida.

  • Experience working with Freight Forwarders around Miami International Airport.

  • Experience with airport cargo and airline-related transportation.

  • Experience with cruise line logistics or cruise suppliers.

  • Knowledge of PortMiami logistics.

  • Experience selling both transportation and warehousing solutions.

  • Bilingual English / Spanish preferred.

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for a hunter, not an order taker.

The successful candidate will be comfortable opening doors, visiting customers, making calls, building relationships and converting opportunities into recurring transportation business.

This person should understand that success in this role is measured by new customers, new revenue, gross profit, recurring transportation volume and customer retention.

Compensation

Competitive base salary plus an attractive performance-based commission structure.

Compensation will be aligned with the candidate's experience, existing network and demonstrated ability to generate new transportation business.

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to develop a growing Local Transportation business supported by broader logistics capabilities, including transportation, warehousing and 3PL solutions.

The selected candidate will have the opportunity to build a significant customer portfolio and participate directly in the growth of our South Florida operation.