Description
Non-vessel operating common carriers (NVOCC) are consolidators in ocean trades who will buy space from a carrier and sub-sell it to smaller shippers. They issue bills of lading, publish tariffs and otherwise conducts themselves as ocean common carriers.
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Theoretical Knowledge
Practical Skills
analyse shipping ratesensure compliance with shipment regulationscontrol trade commercial documentationprepare freight shipment reportsmanage freight payment methodsmake bids in forward auctionsmanage import export licensesoversee cargo storage requirementsplan transport operationsmatch vessels to shipping routesprepare bills of ladingkeep up-to-date to current customs regulationscoordinate import transportation activitiesbook cargoset import export strategiescoordinate export transportation activitiesweigh shipmentshandle shipment paperworkuse maritime Englishapply procedures to ensure cargo complies with customs regulationsnegotiate logistics servicesreceive shipment packaging informationhave computer literacyact reliablycommunicate with customersuse different communication channels