Air Broker Job Description
An Air Broker/Freight Forwarder Is An Agent Who Acts On Behalf Of Importers, Exporters Or Other Companies Or Persons To Organise The Safe, Efficient And Cost-effective Transportation Of Goods Via Air.
Air Brokers Arrange The Best Means Of Transport, Taking Into Account The Type Of Goods And The Customers' Delivery Requirements Using The Services Of Airlines.
Air Broker Duties/Functions/Responsibilities
arranging appropriate packing, taking account of climate, terrain, weight, nature of goods and cost, and the delivery and warehousing of goods at their final destination; negotiating contracts, transportation and handling costs; acting as broker in customs negotiations worldwide to guide the freight efficiently through complex procedures; dealing with special arrangements for transporting delicate cargoes, such as livestock, food and medical supplies; arranging courier and specialist hand-carry services; working closely with customers, colleagues and third parties to ensure smooth operations to deadlines; obtaining, checking and preparing documentation to meet customs and insurance requirements, packing specifications, and compliance with overseas countries' regulations and fiscal regimes; liaising with third parties to move goods (by air) in accordance with customer requirements; arranging insurance and assisting the client in the event of a claim; offering tailored IT solutions and electronic data interchange (EDI) connections; arranging payment of freight and other charges or collection of payment on behalf of the client; utilising e-commerce, internet technology and satellite systems to enable real-time tracking of goods; arranging air transport for urgent and high-value freight and managing the risk door to door; arranging charters for large volume, out-of-gauge or project movements by air; maintaining communication and control through all phases of the journey, including the production of management reports and statistical and unit cost analysis; acting as a consultant in customs matters; maintaining current knowledge of relevant legislation, political situations and other factors that could affect the movement of freight.
