Description
Seek information about shipping rates and compare these rates between different providers of goods or commodities.
Alternative labels
consult freighting rates
consult shipping prices
consult shipping quotas
consult posting rates
Skill type
skill/competence
Skill reusability level
occupation-specific
Relationships with occupations
Essential skill
Consult shipping rates is an essential skill of the following occupations:
Shipbroker: Shipbrokers act as intermediaries between buyers and sellers of ships, cargospace on ships and charter ships for the transfer of cargo. They inform clients on the shipping market mechanisms and movements, report on vessel and cargospace prices and sales, and negotiate not only the cost of the vessels, cargospace or cargo but also the logistical requirements for the transfer of the vessel or commodity cargo to the buyers.
Optional skill
Consult shipping rates is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this skill may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.
References
- Consult shipping rates – ESCO
