What is a port traffic manager and how to become one

Key steps to become a port traffic manager

1. Explore port traffic manager education requirements

   Most common port traffic manager degrees

   Bachelor's

   37.4 %

   High School Diploma

   26.4 %

   Associate

   19.8 %

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2. Start to develop specific port traffic manager skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Port Operations	21.13%
   Vehicle Processing	17.63%
   Logistics	13.30%
   Port Authority	8.45%
   RAN	7.65%

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3. Complete relevant port traffic manager training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 1-3 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New port traffic managers learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a port traffic manager based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real port traffic manager resumes.

4. Research port traffic manager duties and responsibilities

   • Manage all inbound material which include part shortages, EC changes, QC inspection parts and sequence material.
   • Insure the office is maintaining ISO compliance regulations.
   • Provide logistics expertise in formulating adaptive plans and all phases of joint/combine combat, combat support, and humanitarian operations.
   • Answer sales department questions regarding inventory, Marketron and copy traffic.

5. Apply for port traffic manager jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a port traffic manager job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams