Shipping Knowledge and Skills
Shipping Managers must be able to understand the I/E procedure & regulation, L/C & banking document handling and Tradelink declaration.
Shipping Managers
Descriptions & Duties
- Shipping Managers oversee and manage full operation of import & export and inventory controls to ensure efficiency, accuracy and stock turnover and effectively tackle unexpected shipping problems on a timely basis. To provide overall leadership, direction and coordination internally and externally in all matters relating to logistic and warehouse management.
Generic Competencies
Physical Abilities
Physical abilities
- Physical strength
- Eye hand coordination / precision / dexterity
Importance:1 (Max:5)
Skill is rarely required
Technology Skills
Technology skills
- Computer literacy
- Application of technology
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Cognitive Abilities
Cognitive abilities
- Creativity
- Visualisation
- Logical thinking
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Comprehension And Expression
Comprehension and expression skills
- Reading comprehension
- Oral / written expression
Importance:5 (Max:5)
Skill is required all the time
Social Skills
Social skills
- Communication
- Negotiation
- Persuasion
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Organisation And Execution Skills
Organisation and execution skills
- Planning
- Organising
- Judgement
- Decision making
Importance:5 (Max:5)
Skill is required all the time
Problem Solving Skills
Problem solving skills
- Ability to solve simple and complex problems effectively and efficiently
Importance:5 (Max:5)
Skill is required all the time
Management Skills
Management skills
- Leadership
- Management of finance / time / people / other resources
Importance:5 (Max:5)
Skill is required all the time
Trade Specific Competencies
Communication Skills
Shipping Managers must be able to maintain relationships at all levels.
General Requirements
Academic qualification
- A recognised bachelor's degree in transport and logistics, or equivalent
Experience
- 6 to 10 years of relevant work experience
Career Path & Salary
Private Sector
Monthly Salary $15,000-$20,000
Monthly Salary $20,000-$30,000
Monthly Salary $30,000-$50,000
Monthly Salary $50,000-$80,000
Related Education & Training
Degree or above
Work Environment
- Shipping Managers work in an office environment, shipping area and warehouse.
