Entrylevel Freight Forwarding Jobs in Riverside, CA

Location: Irvine, CA
Compensation: $28.00 per hour
About GLOVIS America
GLOVIS America is a leading third-party logistics provider delivering transportation and supply chain solutions across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. Since 2002, we have supported industries including automotive, freight forwarding, parts distribution, and fuel logistics through innovative systems and customer-focused service.
Position Summary
We are seeking a motivated and experienced Recruiter to join our Talent Acquisition team on a temporary basis. This role is responsible for managing full-cycle recruitment activities for corporate headquarters positions nationwide while supporting hiring initiatives across our Ports and Vehicle Processing Centers (VPCs).
The ideal candidate is a hands-on recruiting professional with strong sourcing capabilities, experience building talent pipelines, and the ability to manage multiple requisitions in a fast-paced environment. This role will partner closely with hiring managers and HR stakeholders to attract, assess, and onboard top talent while ensuring a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.
Key Responsibilities
Talent Acquisition & Recruitment

• Lead full-cycle recruitment efforts for corporate and headquarters positions across the organization.
• Source, attract, and engage qualified candidates through LinkedIn, Indeed, job boards, networking events, referrals, and direct outreach.
• Build and maintain diverse talent pipelines, including passive candidates, to support current and future hiring needs.
• Conduct candidate sourcing, screening, phone interviews, and initial assessments.
• Summarize interview findings and provide recommendations to hiring managers.
• Manage job postings and recruitment advertising across multiple platforms.
• Support hiring efforts for exempt and non-exempt positions from entry-level through mid-management roles.
• Determine when external recruiting agencies or third-party resources may be beneficial and coordinate recruiting partnerships.

Candidate Experience & Onboarding

• Manage candidate communications throughout the recruitment lifecycle.
• Coordinate interviews, gather feedback, and facilitate hiring decisions.
• Create offer letters, process candidate acceptances, coordinate background checks, and schedule drug screenings.
• Prepare complete and accurate hiring packets and ensure timely approvals.
• Partner with HR and hiring managers to support a seamless onboarding experience.
• Respond to employee and candidate inquiries regarding hiring processes, onboarding, policies, and benefits.

Recruitment Operations & Reporting

• Manage requisition flow and applicant tracking processes.
• Track and analyze recruiting metrics including time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, sourcing effectiveness, and candidate quality.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) requirements.
• Verify recruiting documentation and submitted forms for accuracy and completeness.
• Support recruiting process improvements and talent acquisition initiatives.
• Represent GLOVIS America at career fairs, networking events, and community outreach activities.
• Assist in developing partnerships with local colleges, universities, and trade schools.
• Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
Required

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 2-3 years of corporate and/or agency recruiting experience
• Experience managing full-cycle recruitment processes
• Strong sourcing experience using LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, GitHub, and other recruiting platforms
• Experience recruiting for professional, corporate, and operational positions
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)

Preferred

• Experience recruiting within logistics, transportation, supply chain, or manufacturing industries
• Experience supporting high-volume recruiting initiatives
• Knowledge of employment laws and recruiting compliance requirements

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Leave
• Life Insurance & Disability Coverage
• Wellness & Gym Reimbursement*
• Tuition Reimbursement*
• Discretionary Bonuses*
• Team Events & Employee Activities*

*Benefits may vary by location.
Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit in front of a desk and/or computer for extended periods
• Repetitive use of hands for typing, writing, and computer-related tasks
• Occasional lifting and carrying of materials up to 20 lbs.
• Ability to stand and walk as needed
• Up to 10% travel may be required for recruiting events and hiring initiatives

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
Working and Environmental Conditions
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Typical office environment with low-level noise exposure
• This position is located in the Irvine, CA office
• Communication with candidates, employees, and hiring managers will be conducted primarily through phone, email, and virtual meeting platforms

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by employees assigned to this position. They are not intended to be a complete list of all job duties performed by persons in the position. GLOVIS America reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time as the needs of the company and requirements of the job change.
Equal Employment Opportunity
GLOVIS America, Inc. adheres to the equal employment opportunity guidelines set forth by federal, state, and local laws. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, religion or creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics, marital status, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related circumstances), gender identity, gender expression, age, citizenship, sexual orientation, family care or medical leave status, military and veteran status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.