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Import Forwarding Agent

NY · On-site

$19 - $23/hr

Responsible for freight forwarding functions, which consist of: coordinating customer booking requests, setting-up new shipper, assisting with restricted articles submission, etc. * Complete import ...

Import Forwarding Agent

Jamaica, NY · On-site

$19 - $23/hr

Responsible for freight forwarding functions, which consist of: coordinating customer booking requests, setting-up new shipper, assisting with restricted articles submission, etc. * Complete import ...

Import Forwarding Agent

Jamaica, NY · On-site

$19 - $23/hr

Develop rates and/or provide quotes for the movement of freight. Resolve billing issues on customer ... Knowledge of freight forwarding or logistic required. Working knowledge of air export regulations ...

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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for freight forwarding agent in the United States is $24.62, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $24.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a freight forwarding agent?

A Freight Forwarding Agent is responsible for coordinating the transportation of goods on behalf of clients. They handle logistics, documentation, and customs clearance to ensure shipments move efficiently across domestic and international borders. Their duties include negotiating freight rates, tracking shipments, and ensuring compliance with shipping regulations. They work with carriers, customs officials, and clients to facilitate smooth deliveries.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a freight forwarding agent?

To thrive as a Freight Forwarding Agent, you need knowledge of international shipping regulations, logistics processes, and strong organizational skills, often supported by a background in supply chain management or a related field. Familiarity with freight management software, customs documentation systems, and sometimes certification such as IATA or FIATA is valuable. Excellent communication, problem-solving abilities, and attention to detail are standout soft skills for this position. These capabilities are essential for efficiently coordinating shipments, ensuring regulatory compliance, and maintaining positive relationships with clients and partners.

What are some typical challenges a freight forwarding agent might face, and how do they overcome them?

Freight Forwarding Agents often encounter challenges such as coordinating shipments across different time zones, managing unexpected delays due to customs or weather, and handling complex documentation requirements. To overcome these, agents rely on strong communication and organizational skills, staying up-to-date with regulations, and using logistics software to track and adapt shipments in real time. Proactively problem-solving and building strong networks with carriers and customs agents also help ensure smooth operations. Teamwork and adaptability are key to managing these dynamic aspects of the job.

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Infographic showing various Freight Forwarding Agent job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 95% Full Time, 3% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 16% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $51,214 per year, or $24.6 per hour.

(USA) Senior Manager, Supply Chain Management - Freight Forwarding Expansion

Pea Ridge, AR • On-site

Walmart
Retail • 10K+ employees

$90K - $180K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 15 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Lead the strategy and launch of freight forwarding operations across Walmart's global network.

  • Operationalize Walmart entities for freight forwarding services offered to marketplace sellers.

  • Lead the execution of plans to launch new markets that drive sales and assortment growth.


Walmart rating

6.0

Company rating: 6.0 out of 10

Based on 22,684 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

25th of 39 rated national retailers


Job description

Position Summary... What you'll do...Role summary:
The Senior Manager, Freight Forwarding Expansion leads the strategy and launch of freight forwarding operations across Walmart’s growing global network. In this role, you’ll operationalize Walmart entities for freight forwarding services that we offer to marketplace sellers. You will influence organizational change, leverage your technical acumen, and work collaboratively with human resources, operations, product, legal, tax, and controllership teams. Your leadership will be pivotal in advancing Walmart’s operational excellence and sustaining competitive advantage in a high growth environment. The role is based in Bentonville and reports to the Senior Director of Global Logistics, Commercial Development. 
About the team:
The team leads the development and growth of global logistics and international freight forwarding services, emphasizing convenience, reliability, and cost efficiency for marketplace sellers. It drives strategic initiatives in ocean and air freight consolidation while aligning commercial product roadmaps with Walmart’s systems strategy. Collaborating across supply chain, marketplace, product, and engineering functions, the team delivers enterprise-wide programs, manages profit and loss, and achieves financial goals. Focused on accountability, integrity, and operational excellence, the team enhances Walmart’s global logistics capabilities through innovative solutions and strong cross-functional partnerships.
What you'll do:
  • Thinking Big - You will build the strategy for freight forwarding global expansion and design the roadmap to exceed customer expectations.
  • Deliver for the Customer - You will deliver launch new market operations on-time, delighting new customers with freight forwarding services.
  • Moving Fast - You will remove obstacles and prioritize critical operational capabilities that ensure compliant, safe, and successful services.
  • Lead the Global Expansion Project - Lead the execution of plans to launch new markets that drive sales and assortment growth.
  • Work Cross-Functionally - Communication and collaboration are key to your success. You will partner with multiple stakeholders to reach consensus with speed.

What you'll bring:
  • You are a self-starter with a builder mindset, learning and iterating while managing complexity in large and multi-threaded programs.
  • You thrive at bringing order to ambiguity.
  • You possess superior communication skills, flexibility, and ability to juggle multiple tasks to meet aggressive deadlines.
  • You’re experienced with executing cross functional projects without direct authority over the teams involved.
  • You have a background in ocean freight, freight forwarding, supply chain, and cross border logistics process design.
  • You have managed freight forwarding agent networks or wholly owned branches to ensure tax, accounting, compliance, and legal requirements are successfully delivered. 
At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more. You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable. For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices. Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.
For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.
The annual salary range for this position is $90,000.00 - $180,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include :
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Minimum Qualifications...

Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.

Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business, or related field and 4 years’ experience in logistics, distribution, transportation, or related
area OR 6 years’ experience in logistics, distribution, transportation, or related area.
2 years’ experience with advanced functionality of Microsoft Office. Preferred Qualifications...

Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.

Dispatch, Fleet Management, Network Analysis, Retail Logistics Operations Masters: Business, Masters: Logistics, Masters: Supply Chain Project Management - Project Management Professional - Certification, Six Sigma - CertificationPrimary Location... 805 Respect, Bentonville, AR 72716, United States of America Walmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.

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From our humble beginnings as a small discount retailer in Rogers, Ark., Walmart has opened thousands of stores in the U.S. and expanded internationally. Through innovation, we're creating a seamless experience to let customers shop anytime and anywhere online and in stores. We are creating opportunities and bringing value to customers and communities around the globe. Walmart operates approximately 10,500 stores and clubs in 19 countries and eCommerce websites. We employ 2.1 million associates around the world — nearly 1.6 million in the U.S. alone.

Industry

Retail and transportation and warehousing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Bentonville, AR, US

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