Skills by Occupation

prepare bills of lading prepare documentation for international shipping manage carriers assess carriers oversee cargo storage requirements meet non vessel operating common carriers rules foster relationships with various types of carrier book cargo coordinate import transportation activities cost metrics plan medium to long term objectives analyse supply chain trends coordinate export transportation activities supply chain management have access to shipping rates oversee shipment routing manage freight payment methods make bids in forward auctions communicate with shipment forwarders implement short term objectives manage medium term objectives inspect carrier documents exert a goal-oriented leadership role towards colleagues develop efficiency plans for logistics operations plan transport operations

implement cost-effective cargo handling strategies on ships control trade commercial documentation create import-export commercial documentation ensure legal accreditation for forwarding agent operations adapt to changing situations analyse work-related written reports use different communication channels manage contracts freight transport methods negotiate service with providers keep up-to-date to current customs regulations work in a logistics team create a work atmosphere of continuous improvement liaise between the client and various transportation services provide advice to clients in terms of import restrictions negotiate logistics services administer multi-modal logistics handle shipment paperwork set import export strategies communicate commercial and technical issues in foreign languages provide advice to clients in terms of export restrictions principles of cargo stowage negotiate price apply procedures to ensure cargo complies with customs regulations