Transportation broker vs ocean import representative

Differences between transportation broker and ocean import representative duties and responsibilities

Transportation broker example responsibilities.

• Utilize TMS to actively manage on-time performance and automation objectives
• Bid jobs for full truck load plus LTL freight.
• Oversee full truck load and LTL shipments across the nation.
• Negotiate cost of hire details with hundreds of logistics carriers daily ranging from small logistics companies to global supply chain organizations.
• Support comprehensive business development and company growth to ensure continuous bottom line success for this transportation and logistics management company.
• Verify insurance benefits/Medicaid eligibility on refer patients.
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Ocean import representative example responsibilities.

• Coordinate and administer the selection and use of customs brokers and freight forwarders.
• Act as liaison between logistics, carries and customers.
• Create and deploy the process for LCL consolidation onsite to multiple destinations which help improved company efficiency.
• Work with import brokers and freight forwarders to insure import documentation are distributed correctly in a timely manner.
• Ensure accuracy of direct mail processing and preparation operations in accordance with DHL requirements, customer requests, and establish procedures.
• Release consolidation freight to CFS locations.
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