Description
Negotiate prices for cargo transport; pursue maximum efficiency in logistics and transportation; calculate efficient routes for freight transport.
Alternative labels
discuss costs of freight transport
negotiate prices for transportation of cargo
negotiate fees for transportation of cargo
secure deals for the cost of transport of cargo
discuss costs of freight transportation
negotiate fees for transport of cargo
negotiate prices for transport of freight
discuss costs of cargo transportation make deals on the costs of transporting cargo
Skill type
skill/competence
Skill reusability level
sector-specific
Relationships with occupations
Essential skill
Negotiate prices for transport of cargo is an essential skill of the following occupations:
Vessel operations coordinator: Vessel operations coordinators manage chartered vessels’ transit and performance optimizing the schedulers but also assessing the capabilities and the risks for vessels according to the different types of cargo such as crude oil or other chemical cargos. They make sure all necesary certifications are according to the regulations and all employees have up-to-date passports and licenses. Vessel operations coordinators schedule and maintain records of vessels’ maintenance. At the operational level they have contact with the customers, following up customer complains, identifying new opportunities and providing customers with solutions.
Intermodal logistics manager: Intermodal logistics managers manage and oversee commercial and operational aspects of intermodal logistics for an organisation.
Optional skill
Negotiate prices for transport of cargo 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.
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