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- Freight agents manage incoming and outgoing shipping logistics for cargo transportation carriers and shipping companies.
- They use a computer system to network and allocate resources to efficiently distribute cargo.
- A freight agent also determines shipping costs, finds the most efficient shipping route and tracks the location of the cargo.
- Freight agents are expected to perform several duties.
- An agent's primary duty is to act as a logistics specialist making sure that the most effective way of transportation of goods is utilized for a client.
- Everything from government regulations, costs, carrier storage, documentation requirements and even banking policies may be the responsibility of the agent.
- Often, agents may also be required to enter data about goods and carriers into computer databases for future use.
Job Requirements
- Previous experience as an Airfreight is desirable, but good administrative skills and experience as a Freight in an area other than air, may be sufficient.
- Must have good problem solving and negotiation skills.
- You must have good teamwork skills and strong self-motivation.
- Freight needs to run a financially successful operation and so good numeric skills are important.
- An Airfreight will need to have a good knowledge of geography to assist with the day-to-day movement of freight around the world.
- Good time management skills are essential, especially the ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.
- Must be familiar with computer software programs eg Word, Excel, etc.
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