Freight ForwarderCategory: Business
Article posted by: Jon Richards
Freight Forwarders sit at the centre of the intricate web that is the road freight transport network. Their main role is to devise and implement the most efficient and cost-effective route to transport goods from A to B.
To achieve this they use a complex mix of skills, knowledge, technology and experience to evaluate information on the type of goods, where it has to be, any critical time factors involved and any security or safety issues.
They liaise with colleagues in charge of transport, warehouse, sales and purchasing to ensure deliveries arrive on time and at the right place, while generating appropriate income.
Their regular daily work and activities includes:
Arranging of storage and cargo space.
Ensuring suitable packaging is used for goods.
Communicating with drivers on route.
Bargaining with freight operators for the best transport rates.
Obtaining insurance.
Organising schedules.
Calculating costs using factors like weight, volume and distance.
Using computer systems to store, process and communicate freight data.
Tracking freight movements using conventional and technological means.
Giving quotations to potential customers.
Issuing invoices and organising payments.
Drawing up contracts and preparation of documents for customs.
Dealing with carriers.
Responding to customers.
Making suggestions for improvements.
Managing budgets and finances.
Ensuring all necessary paperwork is completed.
Freight Forwarders are usually employed by freight depots, docks, warehouses, retail distribution companies, etc.
The work is usually carried out in offices, but site visits will be made as needed.
Most Freight Forwarders work around 40 hours per week, from Monday to Friday. Weekend and evening working will be done by rota. The usual starting salary for Freight Forwarders is around £12000 per year, with more for shift working and overtime.
Most transport organisations recruit from within by promoting and training in-house staff; such as drivers, transport administrators and customer service agents. Formal qualifications are not always necessary, but some employers expect recruits to have at least an HND or degree.
Vacancies are mostly advertised in trade journals, company websites, job centres and newspapers.
Posted By: Jon Richards
Web: http://www.bristoljobs.co.uk
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