Is being a freight agent a good fit for you?
Organises and routes cargo shipments at ports, depots and freight terminals. Takes customer orders and prepares shipping paperwork.
What the work involves
- Negotiates and arranges transport of goods with shipping and freight companies.
- Chooses how goods will be shipped and prepares shipping documents and invoices.
- Tracks the progress of deliveries.
- Advises clients on transport and payment options.
The interests that suit it
People in this work tend to be organising and persuading. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.
What it tends to reward
Compared with other work, this job stands out for:
- Belonging. People who look out for each other, and a manager who has your back.
How much training it needs
Fast start. Little or some training needed. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.
Find out if it fits you
Answer quick questions about what you like doing and what keeps you going. We match you with roles from over 900 kinds of work, and you can see if a freight agent is one of yours.
Free. About 15 minutes. No account.