Forwarding Manager Business & Administration Technicians

The flow of goods in the supply chain, movement and storage of raw materials, work-in-process inventory, and finished goods from point of origin to point of consumption.

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Know various routing protocols to calculate itineraries; compare different possible routes and determine the most efficient one. Understand topological and link-state databases.

Analyse and make predictions about trends and evolutions in supply chain operations in relation to technology, efficiency systems, types of products shipped, and logistical requirements for shipments, in order to …

Maintain a good flow of communication with shipper and freight forwarders, who ensure a correct delivery and distribution of goods.

Embrace a leadership role in the organisation and with colleagues as to provide coaching and direction to subordinates aiming at the achievement of specific objectives.

Manage freight payment methods in accordance with the procedure that must be followed wherein payment is made around the time the freight is due to arrive, clear customs, and be …

Monitor medium term schedules with budget estimations and reconciliation on a quarterly basis.

Schedule long term objectives and immediate to short term objectives through effective medium-term planning and reconciliation processes.

Plan mobility and transport for different departments in order to obtain the best possible movement of equipment and materials. Negotiate the best possible delivery rates. Compare different bids and select …

Evaluate carrier performance; evaluate strengths and weaknesses, network and infrastructure.

Book cargo for shipment following customer specifications.

Coordinate all export transportation operations while considering export strategies and services.

Oversee import transportation operations; optimise import processes and service strategies.

Elaborate and implement plans in order to increase efficiency and reduce waste during logistics operations.

Establish relationships with various types of carriers e.g. trucking companies, air freighters and ocean liners.

Have the ability to access information about shipping rates and compare the information across providers. Use this information to prepare bids for clients.

Define priorities and immediate actions for the short future.

Inspect written or digital official documents required by carrier or country of import or transit.

Create and provide forward bids, taking into account possible special requirements such as refrigeration of goods or transport of potentially hazardous materials.

Manage carriers and help customers in assessing route, performance, mode, and costs.

Understand regulations and rules in the field of non vessel operating common carriers (NVOCC), common carriers that do not operate the vessels by which ocean transportation is provided.

Oversee the implementation of requirements in the storage of customer cargo.

Organise the distribution of the cargo, also known as 'forwarding'. Take into account the instructions of the client and determine where regular routing or various routings may be required.

Prepare bills of lading and associated shipping documentation in accordance with customs and legal requirements.

Understand how to prepare and process official documents for international shipping.

Understand the principles of cargo stowage. Understand procedures by which containers should be efficiently loaded and unloaded, taking into account gravitational forces that are exerted during transportation.

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Containerized Cargo Handling and Stowage

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Notes on the Stowage of Ships [microform]. A Handy Book Upon the Stowage of Cargoes, With Weights and Measurements

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On the Stowage of Ships and Their Cargoes

Robert White Stevens

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Understand different modalities of transport such as air, sea, or intermodal freight transport. Specialise in one of the modalities and possess a deeper knowledge of the details and procedures of …

Change approach to situations based on unexpected and sudden changes in people's needs and mood or in trends; shift strategies, improvise and naturally adapt to those circumstances.

Manage the flow of products through multi-modal transportation.

Read and comprehend job-related reports, analyse the content of reports and apply findings to daily work operations.

Speak one or more foreign languages in order to communicate commercial and technical issues with various suppliers and clients.

Monitor written records containing information related to commercial transactions such as invoice, letter of credit, order, shipping, certificate of origin.

Work with management practices such as continuous improvement, preventive maintenance. Pay attention to problem solving and teamwork principles.

Organise the completion of official documents such as letters of credit, shipping orders, and certificates of origin.

Negotiate the terms, conditions, costs and other specifications of a contract while making sure they comply with legal requirements and are legally enforceable. Oversee the execution of the contract, agree …

Arrange an agreement on price of products or services provided or offered.

Develop and plan the strategies for import and export, according to the size of the company, the nature of its products, expertise and business conditions on the international markets.

Make use of various types of communication channels such as verbal, handwritten, digital and telephonic communication with the purpose of constructing and sharing ideas or information.

Ability to work confidently within a logistics team, with each member of the team fulfilling a role designed to increase the efficiency of the whole.

Apply the different procedures required to meet customs obligations when transporting goods across borders and arriving via ports/airports or any other logistics hub, such as producing written customs declarations. Apply …

Ensure legal accreditation for forwarding agent operations; ensure compliance with regulations local customs authorities and border agencies; follow up on annual requirements.

Handle paperwork containing information on shipments and attached to goods about to be shipped. Ensure that identification information is complete, visible, and in compliance with all regulations. Check labels showing …

Implement cost-effective strategies for loading and unloading of cargo on ships with the aim of maximising efficiency, reducing the resources expended, and assuring sufficient operations while increasing profit.

Follow the latest developments and changes occurred in customs regulations and government policies related to international trade.

Serve as an intermediary between the customer and various transportation services.

Reach an agreement on the planning and control of the movement of goods, and all related logistical supporting activities without losing sight of one's own or others' goals.

Arrange contracts with providers concerning accommodation, transport and leisure services.

Inform clients about the export restrictions, which consist of regulations about limitations on the quantity of exported goods imposed by a specific country or government.

Inform clients about import restrictions such as import tariffs, licenses, quotas, currency restrictions, prohibition and other related regulations.