Freight Forwarding Recruitment Made Easy
Navigating Australia’s freight forwarding industry requires specialised talent—and that’s where our freight forwarding recruitment expertise comes in. At LogiHire, we source and place highly skilled professionals to ensure your business thrives. In this competitive, candidate-short market, we engage daily with top talent across Sales, Operations, and Warehousing. Our extensive network ensures you're connected with experts who understand global logistics and can help move your business forward.
Choose Your Hiring Model
3 flexible ways to hire with LogiHire - tailored to freight forwarding & logistics
Contingent Recruitment
Hire confidently with zero risk,
Fees apply once you hire.
No upfront cost: pay on placement
Flexible for one-off roles
Access to qualified freight & logistics talent
Most common recruitment model in logistics & freight
Higher cost per hire vs. Retainer
Recruitment Subscription
Your dedicated recruiter, without the overhead.
Save compared to contingency fees
Predictable monthly cost: No surprise invoices
Priority access to hidden talent pipelines
Exclusive: We don’t work with your direct competitors
Scales with your needs: From 1 hire to multiple roles
Retained Search
Guaranteed delivery for one-off important hires.
Ideal for executive, senior, or specialist roles
Also suitable for any single hire where certainty matters
Structured approach: full market mapping & proactive headhunting
Payment split: ⅓ upfront • ⅓ shortlist • ⅓ on hire
Cheaper than Contingent, more than Subscription
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Head of Sales / Sales Manager
Business Development Executives / Managers
Inside Sales Representatives
Field Sales Representatives
Key Account Managers
Account Managers
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Customer Service Managers
Customer Service Representatives
Sales Support
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Branch / State Manager
Commercial Manager
Freight Operations Manager
Import / Export Specialists
Air Freight / Sea Freight Specialists
Freight Forwarding Agent
Customs Compiler / Classifier
Licensed Customs Broker
Logistics Coordinator
Warehouse Manager
Transport Manager
Distribution Manager
Inventory Control Specialist
Fleet Manager
Cargo Agent
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C-Level Executives
Vice President
Managing Directors
What roles do we recruit?
Talent Match
Our Matching Method
We specialise in connecting top freight forwarding talent with the right opportunities in this specialised sector. Our Match Method is designed to ensure precision and efficiency at every stage of the recruitment process. Here's how we make it happen:
1. Understanding Your Needs
We start by understanding your needs. With deep experience and strong connections in freight forwarding, we tackle air, ocean, rail, and ground shipment challenges. We dive into your business culture and role needs for the perfect match.
2. Talent Mapping
We dive into market research to spot top talent just for you. Our expertise means we find candidates who know their international trade rules inside out. We look at market trends, salary benchmarks, and who's available to ensure a perfect fit.
3. Sourcing Candidates
We dig deep into market research to find top talent. We ensure candidates skilled in trade rules match your needs. We analyze trends, salary benchmarks, and availability. Plus, 98% of our candidates aren't actively job hunting, giving you access to hidden talent.
4. Screening and Shortlisting
We conduct thorough interviews and assessments to evaluate skills, experience, and fit. Our industry-specific questions ensure candidates understand freight forwarding, including import/export regulations and logistics.
5. Selling Your Opportunity
We promote your company and roles, highlighting unique benefits and growth opportunities. By engaging passive candidates, we ensure you attract top-tier talent aligned with your goals and culture.
6. Offer Management
We ensure smooth offer management to secure top talent. We handle negotiations, present offers, and address concerns, making transitions seamless and ensuring candidates are excited to join your team.
What our clients are saying about us
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![Sam Smeaton, Director at Logihire]()
"It's been a wild second half, but a succesful one for the team! The resources you found made a material impact on our success"
Logistics Manager
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![Fhiona Smeaton, Director at Logihire]()
"In a difficult time of talent shortages, Fhiona came through with the goods and helped us hire for our team. We originally meant to hire 1 but ended up hiring 2 due to the quality of candidates"
NSW State Sales Manager
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![Sam Smeaton, Director at Logihire]()
"I've worked with Sam for quite some time & have always found him to turn to when you need excellent talent. He understands your requirements & finds the best talent to fit your unique hiring needs."
Branch Manager
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![Fhiona Smeaton, Director at Logihire]()
"Incredible engaged, supportive, and proactive. Great to work with!"
General Manager - International Freight
Creating Impact Across Our Community
11
days
Average time to hire
5
Out of 5 stars on Google
92
%
Of our placements didn't apply to a job board
14
+
Years of experience in transforming recruitment strategies
POINTS OF DISTINCTION
Our Commitments to you
1. 3 month candidate guarantee on all placements
It’s rare but sometimes things just don’t work out between an employer and employee. Rest assured we will replace any candidate free of charge with our 3 month guarantee period.
2. Rigorous Screening Process
We will also handle all the necessary background, right-to-work and reference checks on your behalf - it’s all part of ensuring we are hiring the right person for your business.
3. Post Hire Catch-ups
Our job isn’t finished when we hire someone for you. We keep in touch with regular virtual and in person check ins to ensure long term success.
4. Open and Transparent Communication
We’re a firm believer that open and honest communication is key for a long-term strategic partnership. We’ll keep you informed every step of the way.
Helping you improve hiring to attract
the best candidates.
Ready to team up?
Let's connect! No strings attached. Just a friendly chat about boosting your Freight Forwarding team. Submit a vacancy, and we’ll get in touch soon.