United States
4134- TRANSPORT AND DISTRIBUTION CLERKS AND ASSISTANTS
Job Title:
TRANSPORT AND DISTRIBUTION CLERKS AND ASSISTANTS
Alternate Titles:
Export clerk,Logistics controller,Shipping clerk,Transport administrator,Transport clerk,Transport coordinator
Job Description:
Workers in this unit group perform various clerical functions relating to the transport and distribution of goods and freight.
Education:
There are no minimum academic requirements, although entrants usually possess GCSEs/S grades. Training is usually provided on-the-job. NVQs/ SVQs in relevant areas are available at Levels 1, 2 and 3.
Refer The S/NVQ framework for more details
NS-SEC:
The simplified NS-SEC analytic class for this code is 3
The simplified NS-SEC operational category for this code is 7.1
Refer The National Statistics Socio-economic Classification for more details
Tasks:
- processes customer orders and forwards requisition documentation to storage and distribution personnel;
- formulates delivery loads, vehicle schedules and routes to be followed by delivery staff;
- monitors tachograph readings and maintains records of hours worked and distance travelled by drivers;
- obtains customs clearance and processes import and export documentation necessary for the movement of goods between countries;
- maintains records regarding the movement and location of freight, containers and staff.
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