Freight Forwarders Agent
12 hours ago
Who act on behalf of importers, exporters or other companies to organize the safe, efficient and cost-effective transportation of goods from various places and locations.
As a freight forwarder agent, you'll use computer systems and other medium to arrange the best means of transport, according to the type of goods and the customer's delivery requirements.
You'll organize shipments through an established network of contacts, using the services of shipping lines, airlines and road and rail freight operators.
**Responsibilities**:
As a freight forwarder agent, you’ll need to:
Investigate and plan the most appropriate route for a shipment, taking into account the perishable or hazardous nature of goods, cost, transit time and security
Arrange appropriate packing, taking into account the climate, terrain, weight, cost and nature of goods and also the delivery and warehousing of goods at their final destination
Negotiate contracts, transportation and handling costs
Obtain, check and prepare documentation to meet customs and insurance requirements, packing specifications, and compliance with other countries' regulations and fiscal regimes
Offer consolidation services by air, sea and road, ensuring cost-effective and secure solutions to small shippers who have insufficient cargo to require their own dedicated units
Arrange insurance and assist the client in the event of a claim if needed
Offer tailored IT solutions and electronic data interchange (EDI) connections
Arrange payment of freight and other charges or collection of payment on behalf of the client
Utilize e-commerce, internet technology and satellite systems to enable real-time tracking of goods
Arrange air transport for urgent and high-value freight and managing the risk door-to-door
Act as broker in customs negotiations worldwide to guide the freight efficiently through complex procedures
Deal with special arrangements for transporting delicate cargoes, such as livestock, food and medical supplies
Arrange courier and specialist hand-carry services
Maintain communication and control through all phases of the journey, including the production of management reports and statistical and unit-cost analysis
Maintain current knowledge of relevant legislation, political situations and other factors that could affect the movement of freight
Manage staff or oversee specialist activities - usually at a senior level.
Flexible working is sometimes required to cover clients' needs.
**Qualifications**:
- Logistics
- Supply chain management
- Transport planning
- Business management
- Economics..
**Skills**:
- Communication skills, as you'll be liaising with a variety of people
- Clarity in communication, as major problems could arise through inaccuracies
- Organizational and planning skills
- Teamwork, tact and good interpersonal skills
- Sensitivity to culture and religion
- Good geographical knowledge
- Sound industry knowledge
- Flexibility and the ability to adapt to changing circumstances
- Problem-solving ability, particularly when working under pressure
- Accuracy and attention to detail
**Job Types**: Full-time, Contract, Permanent
**Salary**: BD180.000 - BD350.000 per month
**Language**:
- Arabic (preferred)
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