Cargo & Freight Agents
Code: 43-5011.00
Bright Outlook
Zone 2
Median Annual Salary
£52,260
Range: £38,340 - £79,810
Preparation & Education
Job Zone 1-2: Very Little to Some Preparation Needed
Job Zone 2
Industry Outlook
Bright
New job opportunities are very likely in the future.
Role Overview & What They Do
Expedite and route movement of incoming and outgoing cargo and freight shipments in airline, train, and trucking terminals and shipping docks. Take orders from customers and arrange pickup of freight and cargo for delivery to loading platform. Prepare and examine bills of lading to determine shipping charges and tariffs.
Also Known As (Alternative Job Titles)
Air Export Specialist
Drop Shipment Clerk
Freight Broker
Intermodal Dispatcher
International Coordinator
Load Planner
Logistics Coordinator
Logistics Service Representative
Ship Broker
Traffic and Documentation Clerk
Daily Duties & On-The-Job Tasks
- Negotiate and arrange transport of goods with shipping or freight companies.
- Determine method of shipment and prepare bills of lading, invoices, and other shipping documents.
- Track delivery progress of shipments.
Technology, Tools & Software Stack
Office suite software
Corel WordPerfect Office Suite
Microsoft Office software
Presentation software
Microsoft PowerPoint
Mobile location based services software
Transportation management system TMS software
Web-based dispatch software
Core Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
Basic Skills
talking to others
listening to others, not interrupting, and asking good questions
Problem Solving
noticing a problem and figuring out the best way to solve it
Transportation
movement of people or goods by air, rail, sea, or road
Math and Science
geography
Safety and Government
public safety and security
law and government
Arts and Humanities
English language
Verbal
communicate by speaking
listen and understand what people say
Attention
pay attention to something without being distracted
Personality & Work Styles
Top Interest: Conventional
People interested in this work like activities that include data, detail, and regular routines.
Key Work Styles:
Attention to Detail
Dependability
Integrity
Frequently Asked Questions About Cargo & Freight Agents
In the UK, the median annual salary for a Cargo & Freight Agents is £52,260. Starting salaries (10th percentile) typically begin around £38,340, while highly experienced professionals (90th percentile) can earn upwards of £79,810 depending on location and experience.
Entry as a Cargo & Freight Agents typically aligns with Job Zone 2 (Job Zone 1-2: Very Little to Some Preparation Needed). Usually requires a high school diploma or GED, though some careers may not.
Essential skills and tooling for a Cargo & Freight Agents include: Corel WordPerfect Office Suite, Microsoft Office software, Microsoft PowerPoint, Transportation management system TMS software, Web-based dispatch software. Practitioners also benefit from strong analytical problem solving and communication skills.
New job opportunities are very likely in the future. (Industry demand rating: Bright).
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Salary Distribution
10th Percentile (Entry):
£38,340
Median Annual (Average):
£52,260
90th Percentile (Senior):
£79,810
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