FREIGHT RATE SPECIALIST

Summary Click on Learn more about this agency button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to perform transportation classification, routing, administration, and procurement tasks pertaining to the shipment of hazardous materials, general supplies, tools and equipment by rail, motor, air, water, and other means and determine the most economical rate/ routes for shipment of freights in accordance with published tariffs. Responsibilities Plans and carries out shipping arrangements for movements are made principally within a geographic area comprised of approximately one-half of the United States or nationwide (and sometimes to contiguous foreign countries) including shipments to seaports when there is no responsibility for rates and routes beyond the seaports. Performs difficult and complex classification, routing, and rating of shipments. Conducts pre- and post-audits and maintains shipping documentation, an...