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Short Description:

A Freight Manager is a professional responsible for overseeing the efficient and cost-effective transportation of goods and cargo. They manage the logistics of freight operations, ensuring timely delivery, cost control, and compliance with regulations. Freight Managers play a crucial role in coordinating shipping activities and optimizing supply chain operations.

Duties / Responsibilities:

  • Plan and coordinate the movement of goods and materials, including scheduling and routing shipments.
  • Negotiate contracts with carriers, freight forwarders, and logistics providers to secure favorable rates and service agreements.
  • Monitor and track shipments to ensure on-time delivery and provide updates to stakeholders.
  • Address and resolve issues related to damaged or delayed shipments, as well as other logistics challenges.
  • Optimize freight operations to minimize costs and improve efficiency.
  • Supervise and manage a team of logistics and transportation professionals.
  • Stay informed about changes in shipping regulations and compliance requirements.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with vendors, carriers, and suppliers.
  • Manage inventory levels to ensure availability and minimize overstock or shortages.
  • Use transportation management systems and software to streamline logistics operations.

Skills / Requirements / Qualifications

  • Education: Bachelor's degree in logistics, supply chain management, or a related field; a master's degree can be advantageous for senior positions.
  • Logistics: Extensive experience in freight management, logistics, or transportation.
  • Negotiation: Strong negotiation skills for securing favorable shipping contracts.
  • Management Software: Proficiency in transportation management software and systems.
  • Leadership: Excellent communication and leadership skills for managing teams and collaborating with external partners.
  • Problem-Solving: Analytical and problem-solving abilities for optimizing freight operations and addressing challenges.
  • Compliance: Knowledge of shipping regulations, compliance requirements, and industry best practices.
  • Multitasking: Attention to detail and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced logistics environment.
  • Transportation: Familiarity with various modes of transportation, including trucking, shipping, and air cargo.

Job Zones

  • Title: Job Zone Four: Considerable Preparation Needed
  • Education: Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not. 
  • Related Experience: A considerable amount of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is needed for these occupations. 
  • Job Training: Employees in these occupations usually need several years of work-related experience, on-the-job training, and/or vocational training.
  • Job Zone Examples: Many of these occupations involve coordinating, supervising, managing, or training others. 
  • Specific Vocational Preparation in years: 2-4 years preparation (7.0 to < 8.0)

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