333105 - Transport agent (manager)
Represents the owner of the transport abroad, ensures that the customs formalities are completed in time, so that the cargo does not stay in the port for too long. Ensures that insurance, licensing and other formalities are taken care of.
Main activities
• understands customer needs and recommends suitable transport services;
• organizes transport routes and timetables;
• negotiates prices with transport service providers and concludes contracts with them;
• manages risks and solves problems related to cargo transportation;
• cooperates with customers, transport service providers and other interested parties.
Characteristic competences
• understand and interpret related information;
• organize transport routes;
• negotiate prices with transport service providers;
• manage risks and solve problems;
• negotiate and make decisions;
• use computers and software.